Official Publication of the American-International Charolais Association V o l . 36, N o . 3
ON The Cover– Photo by Wes Chism Cover by Molly Schoen
Features
12 Spring AICA Meeting Minutes
Complete recap of each meeting as well as recent award winners.
18 Sales Review
Check out the latest sales results
Journal Staff J. Neil Orth CPI President
David Hobbs
Manager
Columns 17
Molly Schoen
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Field Representatives
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Editor
Refer to page 10
Charolais Viewpoint by J. Neil Orth
Vern said, “Don’t leave money on the table!”
Genetic Viewpoint by Robert Williams
50K Genotype
Junior Viewpoint by Tara Fountain
Get to Know Your Director - Area 8, Nick Chism
Activities & Reference
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10 Association Updates 10 New Members 11 Non Point Show Results
40 Calendar 48 Advertisers’ Index
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