Angus cattle, the beautiful Sandhills, fellowship, great food, and drawings were highlights of this year’s Nebraska Angus Tour. This was the seventh tour I’ve had the pleasure of being part of, and wow—breeders and supporters alike showed up, making me feel deeply appreciated and honored to lead the Nebraska Angus Association. The countless hours of planning, numerous phone calls and meetings, and attention to every fine detail for the tour, annual meeting, and banquet truly paid off this year! I want to sincerely thank all our wonderful sponsors for their generous donations that helped make this event phenomenal. Thanks also go to all the breeders for their time and hospitality during the tour, to the special interest stops for hosting us, and to everyone who attended. My goal for the Association is to continue growing our annual tour and to make it one of the best marketing tools for our members. After this year, it’s clear that vision is well on track!
With the busiest time of year for the Association behind us, I finally have a little time to breathe—but my focus remains firmly on what lies ahead. Fall production and dispersion sales are on my radar, along with the royalty competition and the Nebraska Junior Angus Winter Show.
This fall and early winter, there will be several opportunities to purchase elite genetics from breeders during their dispersion and production sales. Please refer to this issue of the magazine, as it features advertisements highlighting these operations and their upcoming sales. With cattle futures looking promising, now is a great time to consider viewing cattle that could enhance your herd’s performance.
In December, I will be traveling to Kearney to participate in the Nebraska Angus Association Royalty contest. The contest will be held in the Holiday Inn meeting room area, the same venue we’ve used in the past. It will begin at 10 AM and conclude around noon. The crowning will take place that evening at the Nebraska Junior Angus Association banquet, hosted at the Crowne Plaza.
Please encourage youth to participate, as this contest offers them a valuable chance to meet Angus breeders, engage in Angus events, and build their presence in the Angus community. Following the royalty competition, I will be attending the Nebraska Junior Angus Winter Show. Be sure to mark your calendar and come support our talented Angus youth at the winter show!
As the year winds down, I wish everyone a great fall and holiday season! If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please do not hesitate to reach out!
Sincerely,
Margo Lehn NAA, Secretary/Manager
UPCOMING EVENTS
Oct. 31st - Nov. 2nd: National Angus Convention, Kansas City, MO
December 6th: Royalty Competition, Kearney
December 6th: NeJAA Supper and Awards, Kearney
December 7th: NeJAA Winter Show, Kearney
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President Speaks
By: Adam Sellman, NAA President
Dear Nebraska Angus Members and Friends,
Hello from western Nebraska, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to serve as your president this year. It is truly an honor to work alongside so many dedicated individuals who share a passion for the Angus breed and the future of our industry. I look forward to the continued success and growth of our association.
A sincere thank you to Adam Sawyer, who served as president this last year. Adam's leadership and commitment have been invaluable to the Nebraska Angus Association, and we all greatly appreciate his hard work and dedication.
The great success of the Angus breed and the enthusiasm for our members was evident by the success and attendance of the 2025 Nebraska Angus Tour. From the golf tournament to the final stop we were blessed with beautiful weather and great company. The tour really highlighted the value of Nebraska Angus cattle and the prominence that Nebraska Angus breeders carry. At this time, I would like to give a big thanks to the producers that displayed on the tour as well as the sponsors of the tour. We had wonderful sponsorship participation from many of our industry affiliates as well as many local businesses and cannot thank them all enough. Also, a big thanks to Margo for all her hard work and keeping us all on schedule.
Summer has come to an end and everyone is busy with harvest and weaning. We have been blessed this year in Nebraska with great weather and rain that has led to great crops and luscious pastures. It’s fun to see cows and calves coming off pasture in the condition they are in this year.
It is a great time to be in the cattle business, just as the cattle
market seems to reach new heights it continues higher than ever believed. The calf market is on fire as the demand is exceeding the supply. It is great that the cow/calf producer is receiving a premium for his genetics. As registered Angus breeders we realize the value that quality genetics play in the equation.
The 2025 Angus Convention is just around the corner and I strongly encourage our members to attend. There are a number of great educational opportunities, access to industry information, and the opportunity to share information and ideas with Angus Breeders from across the nation. One of the most important parts of the National Convention is the annual meeting of the delegates. Our members should feel free to contact our elected delegates to make your opinions known as well as bring any issues you feel deserve attention to light. The national convention and the meeting of the delegates is an important part of strengthening the character of our national association and to make sure that what is best for the Angus Breed and its membership gets done.
As we move forward, I encourage you to stay involved, support one another, and continue sharing the story of Nebraska Angus. Whether you are a multi-generational breeder or just getting started, your voice and your experiences matter. Together, we will continue to build on the legacy of excellence that defines Nebraska Angus.
Sincerely,
Adam Sellman
NAA President (308) 430-3742
ajsellman@bbc.net
Nebraska Angus Association
President
Adam Sellman, Crawford 308/430-3742 ajsellman@bbc.net
Vice President
Mike Bredemeier, Stella 402/883-7113 breddiescrew@sentco.net
Secretary/Manager
Margo Lehn, Long Pine 402/760-0386 info@nebraskaangus.org
Past President Adam Sawyer, Bassett 402/760-2623 abcattle@gmail.com
Commercial Director (Term Expires 12/26) Arlan Paxton, Stapleton 308/530-4497 arlanpaxton1969@gmail.com
West Director (Term Expires 12/27) Mike Pilakowski 308/249-0885 mikepilakow@gmail.com
North Director (Term Expires 12/27) Landon Miller, Cody 402/389-0216 milleranguscattle@gmail.com
Central Director (Term Expires 12/25) Cody Sitz, Taylor 402/750-4598 csitz36@outlook.com
South Director (Term Expires 12/26) Grant Jones, Haigler 308/883-0565 gdjones1020@gmail.com
Northeast Director (Term Expires 12/27) Eric Frese, Columbus 402/276-4086 freseangus@gmail.com
Southeast Director (Term Expires 12/27) Cassie Macholan, Linwood 402/615-4197 doubledangus@outlook.com
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American Angus Ass. Board Of Directors
By: Danny Poss, AAA Board Member
Dear Fellow Nebraska Angus Breeders,
It was great to see so many enthusiastic Angus breeders on the North Central Nebraska Angus Tour. It was very evident that a tremendous amount of time and energy was put into the planning and preparation of the tour. I would like to thank all the committee members, the tour participants, and the hosts for another successful and energetic tour. With record breaking prices for feeder cattle, the registered and commercial Angus breeders have a lot to be happy about. I certainly appreciate having the opportunity to visit with great people and enjoy conversations around an exciting time in our industry.
As we get ready for the Angus Convention and the 142nd Convention of Delegates, I hope every Association member has been engaged with the discussions we’ve been having over the last few months.
If you haven’t already, I would recommend taking the opportunity to read about some of the topics we’re planning to discuss. You can find those resources using the QR code included in this article.
Earlier this year, the Association surveyed the membership and the Board of Directors recently had a chance to look through the results. It has really been interesting to me to see some of the results including what the Association should prioritize. Marketing assistance topped the list with a close second being research. Rounding out the top five were Certified Angus Beef promotion, producer education and genetic selection tools. There were many more insights and you can watch a video about the results in the Member Center on the Association website. These results will help guide me and my fellow board members by understanding what you as members feel is most important.
An additional tool that will guide the Association over the coming years is the Long Range Objectives that we approved at our September board meeting.
Those objectives include:
● Drive breed improvement
● Enhance membership experience and success
● Foster the profitability of the commercial cattleman
● Serve as a trusted industry resource
● Grow consumer trust and loyalty
While there are many more strategies underneath each of those, I like that we’ve prioritized what will keep our Association and the Angus breed at the top of the beef industry. As I mentioned, research remains a top priority for members. If you are interested in knowing more about the research projects the Association and AGI are working on, there’s a new video that outlines the projects. We’ve also included a methane efficiency page that describes the research
project in detail. You can find both at: www.angus.org/agi/research
One topic that continues through many of the discussions we have as a board is the importance of phenotypic data collection. We see continued commitment by you to collect and support our database. That’s what makes our tools so valuable. I’m happy to report there are five Nebraska breeders who received Data Driven Herd recognition. A program launched this summer, I’d invite you to start your journey to recognition by enrolling in Inventory Reporting which runs Nov. 1 – Jan. 15. Please feel free to contact me. I look forward to hearing from you! Scan the QR code to find the links and additional information.
Warm regards, Danny Poss AAA Board Member (308) 571-0417 bulls@possangus.com
2026 Nebraska Angus Association Board of Directors
pictured left to right back row: Cody Sitz, Grant Jones, Landon Miller, Eric Frese, Mike Pilakowski, and Arlan Paxton. Front row: Margo Lehn, Mike Bredemeier, Adam Sellman, and Adam Sawyer.
Nebraska Junior Angus Association
2025-2026 Officers & Directors
President Addi Crouse Belgrade, NE • 308/550-2817
1st Vice President Payton Scott Gordon, NE • 308/360-3801
2nd Vice President McKinley Stoller Palisade, NE • 308/737-0210
Secretary/Treasurer Julia Wolfe Raymond, NE • 402/405-2164
Communications Director Adalynn Jones Syracuse, NE • 402/404-9997
Communications Director Zoey Malander Belgrade, NE • 308/550-0348
Membership Director Blaise Hartwell Oakland, NE • 402/380-7314
Membership Director Addison Dalrymple Arnold, NE • 308/650-2304
Advisors:
Jake & Kami Scott
7026 State Hwy 27• Gordon, NE 69343 308/360-3801
Matt & Jennifer Dalrymple
80191 Devils Gulch Rd• Arnold, NE 69120 308/650-2304
Dan & Cassie Malander 22275 State Hwy 52 • Belgrade, NE68623 308/550-0348
Junior Viewpoint
By: Addison Crouse, NJAA President
Hello Angus Family,
Ihope this note finds you well and everyone is having a successful and safe harvest season. As we transition into fall routines, like weaning calves and moving cows to stalks I can’t help but reflect on how quickly the year is flying by. It’s hard to believe I’ve already got a few months of college behind me! While there have definitely been some challenges adjusting to a new environment, I’m excited to share that things are going well and I’m truly enjoying the journey and new experiences.
Since my last update, our Nebraska junior Angus members have had a busy and exciting fall with shows at the Nebraska State Fair and Aksarben. One of my favorite parts about being involved with the Angus community is how we always show up for one another, lending a hand and cheering each other on. A big congratulations to all who exhibited! You most definitely made the breed proud! Best of luck to everyone as you gear up for the winter show season.
This year, due to scheduling conflicts with 4-H and FFA, we weren’t able to hold a State Fair meeting for NeJAA. Instead, we’re connecting with members via email to get volunteers signed up for committees ahead of our upcoming Winter Show, which is right around the corner! We encourage all juniors to get involved and help make the event a success.
The Semen Auction is our biggest fundraiser of the year and directly supports our state show and junior programs. We’ll also be auctioning off the premium sponsor spot on the back of our t-shirt for the National Angus Show next July. If you’re interested in donating to the auction or have any questions, feel free to contact me directly: 308-550-2817 am.crouse@icloud.com
We’ll also be reaching out to previous donors soon! Thank you all for your continued support!
I hope to see everyone in December for a fun and meaningful weekend with our Angus family. Until then, take care and best of luck with your fall activities!
Sincerely yours,
Yours truly,
Addison Crouse (308) 550-2817
am.crouse@icloud.com
2025 Nebraska Angus Tour Recap
NE ANgus Tour
Nebraska Angus Association
The Nebraska Angus Association hosted the 2025 Nebraska Angus Tour on September 21–23, covering the western half of the north district, with Valentine serving as headquarters. Angus enthusiasts enjoyed ranch tours, cattle displays, delicious food, door prizes, special interest stops, the annual heifer raffle, and sponsor presentations.
The tour kicked off Sunday morning with the inaugural Nebraska Angus 3Person Golf Scramble at Frederick Peak Golf Course in Valentine. Fifteen teams participated, supported by several sponsors, with prizes and lunch provided. That evening, the annual meeting and banquet were held at the 4-H building, where Bear Mountain Angus was honored as Producer of the Year. The evening also featured presentations by the current Nebraska Angus Royalty, door prizes, and auctions. A prime rib dinner catered by Niobrara Valley Vineyards was enjoyed.
Monday’s tour began with Babcock Angus, whose cattle display was hosted at the Devin Frank place just south of Valentine. Attendees enjoyed cattle displays and a steak breakfast. The next stop was Larsen Vet, an advanced embryo and IVF transfer facility north of Valentine.
Tour goers met the staff, toured the facility, and viewed donor cows.
The Cherry County Fairgrounds followed, featuring cattle displays from Calamus Cattle Company, Mizner Cattle Company, and Outlaw Trail Angus. A roast beef sandwich lunch catered by The Old Mill was served. Mid-afternoon, the tour ventured into the scenic Sandhills south of Cody to Bowlin Cattle, where attendees walked through several pens and enjoyed phenomenal cookies.
Next, the tour visited CSS Farms to explore their seed potato facility, showcasing over 50 varieties of seed potatoes. A fascinating fact shared was that some varieties take years to grow before they’re ready for chip production. From there, the group traveled to Miller Angus for a cattle display. While the cattle were impressive, a surprise visit from a young rattlesnake added an unforgettable twist.
The day concluded at Niobrara Valley Vineyards near Nenzel, where Diamond Lazy J Ranch, represented by the entire Nollette family, hosted a cattle display and a fantastic supper at their new vineyard building. Walking among cattle while enjoying supper and a glass of wine, surrounded by the Sandhills, made for a truly memorable experience.
On Tuesday, the tour headed east on Highway 20, beginning at O’Hare Ranch south of Johnstown. Jeremy O’Hare and his father Doug welcomed attendees to their breeding facility and hosted a presentation by University of Missouri researchers on a breeding research program. Insights were shared on breeding timelines and conception rates observed in their heifer program.
Next, the tour visited Hall Ranch north of Bassett, where several heifers were on display. The Hall family expressed gratitude to the Association and previewed their upcoming cow herd sale. South of Bassett, Smith Angus Ranch hosted the lunch stop, featuring cattle displays from both Smith Angus and WR Bar Ranch (Ben & Sherry Andrews). Lunch and fellowship were enjoyed by all.
The final stop was A&B Cattle near Bassett, where attendees viewed numerous pens of cattle and indulged in pie and nitro ice cream. Door prizes were drawn, and the highly anticipated heifer raffle concluded the tour.
The Nebraska Angus Association extends heartfelt thanks to all producers, attendees, volunteers, and sponsors who made this year’s tour a success. We look forward to seeing you next year in North Platte for the 2026 Nebraska Angus Tour!
2025 Nebraska Angus Tour Sponsors
2025 Nebraska Angus Tour Recap
2025 Nebraska State Fair
Nebraska State Fair was held in Grand Island, NE.
1102 - LATE JUNIOR HEIFER CALVES
MARCH 1, 2025 AND AFTER
1st - Graisyn Tuttle - Dorchester, NE
2nd - Loganne Barta - Yutan, NE
1104 - EARLY JUNIOR HEIFER CALVES
JANUARY 1 - FEBRUARY 29, 2025
1st - Sisco Brothers Cattle CompanySyracuse, ne
2nd - Eva Brown - Pleasanton, NE
3rd - Team Huebner Angus Ranch - Hershey, NE
1108 - LATE SENIOR HEIFER CALVES
NOVEMBER 1 – DECEMBER 31, 2024
1st - Wendell Custer - Cushing, OK
1110 - EARLY SENIOR HEIFER CALVES
SEPTEMBER 1 – OCTOBER 31, 2024
1st - Payton Scott - Gordon, NE 2nd - Team Malander Livestock - Belgrade, NE
3rd - Jacob Warner - Allen, NE
1114 - EARLY SUMMER YEARLING HEIFERS
MAY 1 – JUNE 30, 2024
1st - Addison Dalrymple - Arnold, NE
2nd - Kiera Bremer - Fullerton, NE
3rd - LJ Wells - Norfolk, NE
4th - Addison Crouse - Belgrade, NE
5th - Wendell Custer - Cushing, OK
1114 - EARLY SUMMER YEARLING HEIFERS
MAY 1 – JUNE 30, 2023
1st - Wyatt Smith - Osceola, NE
1116 - LATE JUNIOR YEARLING HEIFER MARCH 1 - APRIL 30, 2024 RESERVE CHAMPION
1st - Adyson Groteluschen - Columbus, NE 2nd - Team Malander LivestockBelgrade, NE
3rd - Harper Scott - Gordon, NE 4th - Brianna Brown - Pleasanton, NE
1120 - EARLY JUNIOR YEARLING HEIFERS
JANUARY 1 - FEBRUARY 28, 2024
1st - Team Circle B Livestock LLCAlbion, NE
2nd - Braxon Rynearson - Broken Bow, NE
3rd - Ryan Brenner - Mapleton, ia 4th - araLee Hudson - Belvidere, Ne 5th - Emarie Bowman - York, NE
1126 - EARLY SENIOR YEARLING HEIFER SEPTEMBER 1 – OCTOBER 31, 2023 GRAND CHAMPION
1st - Hadley Hartman - Tecumseh, NE 2nd - Braxon Rynearson - Broken Bow, NE
1128 - COW/CALF COWS BORN JANUARY 1, 2022- AUGUST 31, 2023 GRAND CHAMPION
1st - Team Huebner Angus Ranch -Hershey, NE RESERVE CHAMPION
2nd - Jazmine Brown- Pleasanton, NE
1132 - LATE JUNIOR BULL CALVES MARCH 1, 2025 AND AFTER
1st - William Moeller -Grand Island, NE
1134 - EARLY JUNIOR BULL CALVES
JANUARY 1 – FEBRUARY 29, 2025
1st & 2nd - Emilye Yowell - De Witt, NE
3rd & 4th Team S Diamond AngusHenderson, NE
GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE HADLEY HARTMAN • TECUMSEH, NE
GRAND CHAMPION BULL
NE BRED TO OWN BULL WINNER Payton Scott • Gordon, NE
1146 - MARCH JUNIOR YEARLING BULLS
MARCH 1 – 31, 2024 1st - Team Epperson Cattle Co - Laredo, Mo
NE BRED TO OWN FEMALE ADDISON DALRYMPLE • ARNOLD NE
RESERVE CHAMPION BULL TEAM KREBS RANCH • GORDON NE
2408 - JUNIOR YEARLING HEIFERS
JANUARY 1 – FEBRUARY 28, 2024
1st - Ryan Brenner - Mapleton, ia 2nd - Braxon Rynearson - Broken Bow, NE
2410 - SENIOR YEARLING HEIFERS
SEPTEMBER 1 – DECEMBER 31, 2023
1st - Hadley Hartman - Tecumseh, NE
2nd - Braxon Rynearson - Broken Bow, NE
NE BRED & OWNED GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE
Addison Dalrymple - Arnold, NE
GRAND CHAMPION BULL
Payton Scott - Gordon, NE
From Our Mailbox
BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT
LAINEY MAE MEUSCH
Brad and Aliesha Meusch are excited to announce the arrival of their daughter, Lainey Mae Meusch. She joins proud siblings Etta Kate (5) and Reilly Samuel (2) at home. She was born on August 12, 2025 at 10:25 pm at Butler County Health in David City, Nebraska. She weighed 7 lbs 9 oz and was 20 1/4 inches long. Lainey is the granddaughter of Craig and Laurie Dethlefs of Dethlefs Angus Ranch in Ravenna, NE and Ron and Lori Meusch of Bellwood, NE. Her great-grandparents are Dutch and Marian Dethlefs also of Dethlefs Angus Ranch in Ravenna, NE.
AMERICAN ANGUS ASSN. ANNOUNCES THE TEN NEBRASKA BREEDERS WHO REGISTERED THE MOST ANGUS
The 10 top recorders in Nebraska are: Connealy Angus Ranch, Whitman; TD Angus, North Platte; T K Angus, Wood Lake; Danny Poss, Scotia; Rodney Gray, Harrison; ECO Angus, Lisco; Krebs Ranch, Gordon; Judson & Denise Baldridge, North Platte; Wagonhammer Angus Ranch, Albion; Hoffman Ranch, Thedford. Association members across the nation in 2025 registered 309,926 head of Angus cattle.
American Angus Association News
A Moment in Time
NJAA members find success in this year’s photo contest.
By Megan Silveira, Angus Journal Managing Editor •
September 26, 2025
Anyone in the cattle industry knows while the work is hard, the views are amazing. National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) members have been capturing worthwhile moments all year, submitting their favorite images in the annual Angus Journal/NJAA Photography Contest.
Existing Product Receives
Conditional Approval for New World Screwworm
Dectomax-CA1 Injectable receives conditional FDA approval for prevention and treatment of New World screwworm in U.S. cattle.
Zoetis Inc. announced Tuesday, Sept. 30, that Dectomax®-CA1 Injectable is the first and only parasite control product to receive conditional approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the prevention and treatment of infestations caused by the larvae of Cochliomyia hominivorax (myiasis), and prevention of reinfestation for 21 days. This conditional
approval applies to beef cattle, female dairy cattle less than 20 months of age, pregnant beef cows, newborn calves and bulls.
In a news release announcing the approval, Zoetis stated it is committed to supporting livestock producers with scientific solutions for this economically devastating pest. New World screwworm (NWS) poses a continuing threat to livestock health, and the financial ramifications of the disease to the U.S. ag economy are estimated in the billions of dollars.1
“New World screwworm has the potential to bring unprecedented economic and animal health harm to livestock producers,” said Mike Lormore, director of cattle and pork technical services at Zoetis. “Our top priority is to support keeping animals healthy and provide timely, efficacious solutions to our customers and partners. With this conditional approval, Dectomax-CA1 Injectable can now be used as part of safe, effective control measures against New World screwworm.”
Zoetis has long supported a One Health approach to emerging and transboundary infectious diseases and has a strong track record of quickly developing innovative solutions to provide customers with the right mix of tools for prevention and treatment strategies.
Livestock producers are encouraged to work closely with their herd veterinarian to implement strategic prevention and control measures.
Early detection of NWS and rapid response are critical to protecting the health of animals and the livestock industry. Producers are encouraged to immediately report any suspicious wounds, maggots or infestations to their local accredited veterinarian, state animal health official or USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). USDA APHIS animal health contacts can be found online here.
In the first half of 2026, producers and veterinarians will begin to see the 250-mL and 500-mL bottles of Dectomax Injectable with a new label for Dectomax-CA1 (doramectin injection). Dectomax-CA1 is the same effective doramectin formulation as Dectomax Injectable. More info @ zoetisus.com/NewWorldscrewworm
Pictured Abover 2nd Overall
1st Senior Division, At the Farm or Ranch; “Right hand Man,” Kasey Meyer, Neb.
Pictured Above:
4th Senior Division, Cattle; “Ready for my close up,” Kasey Meyer, Neb.
BEAr MouNTAiN ANgus is a family-owned ranch operation by Brian and Tiffany Stoller along with their daughters, Mckinley and Reagan. Reagan and her husband Dennis have both started their careers and help on the ranch when time allows. They are located near Palisade in southwest Nebraska, about 30 miles west of McCook. Seventeen years ago, they made the move to Palisade from Melba, Idaho—and they couldn’t have picked a better place to pursue their passion for raising high-quality Angus cattle.
Their Angus story began in 1985 when Brian’s parents, Gary and Davy, purchased his brother and himself each an Angus heifer from Thomas Angus in Baker, Oregon. That simple start sparked a lifelong involvement in the Angus breed, from the California Sierra Nevada foothills in the small town of Angels Camp to leadership roles in both State and National Junior Angus programs. In 2001, they acquired Foote Acres Angus in Idaho, a herd with more than 50 years of history. Then, in 2008, they headed east to Nebraska—and quickly discovered just how well this state fits what they love most: raising top-notch Angus cattle.
Both Mckinley and Reagan have carried on the tradition, playing active roles in the Nebraska and National Junior Angus programs. They’ve each served on the Nebraska Junior Angus Board, and Reagan went on to serve on the National Junior Angus Board as well. Mckinley has recently served as
the Nebraska Angus princess and Reagan served as the states Angus Queen in 2017 & 2018.
Their slogan, “Focusing on Quality with Performance,” defines everything they do. They strive to raise cattle that are structurally sound and functional, with muscle, volume, and capacity—balanced in a moderate frame that still delivers scale-tipping weight and performance on the rail. Today, they run about 250 mother cows, all registered or serving as recips, calving roughly 80% in the spring and 20% in the fall. They rely on AI and embryo transfer to ensure their customers have access to cuttingedge genetics, while managing their herd under the same conditions many of their commercial customers face. That way, they know their cattle work in the real world.
Along the way, they’ve been fortunate to raise several influential bulls that have moved the breed forward, including Freight Train, Owyhee (O-y-he), Justify, Justice, Pilot, and North Star. These successes come from their commitment to building the best Angus cow possible—focusing on multiple functional traits rather than chasing fads or single-trait extremes. At the end of the day, their goal is to keep their customers profitable and sustainable for generations to come.
Brian and Tiffany count their many blessings of great neighbors and friends who lend a hand when needed. Though they currently don’t have full-time employees, they’re always open to the right fit of joining their team.
At Bear Mountain Angus, they’re proud of their past, passionate about the present, and excited for the future of this breed they love.
The 2024 Producer of the Year winner representatives Kami & Payton Scott of Krebs Ranch presenting the 2025 Producer of the Year awards to the Stoller family of Bear Mountain Angus.
American Angus Association News
American Angus Association Seeks
2026 Summer Interns
Applications for internships are open through Nov. 12, 2025.
By Jessica Hartman, Communications Specialist
September 18, 2025
The American Angus Association offers a hands-on, tailored learning experience for young cattle enthusiasts. Internships are available in several departments and provide opportunities for growth in a student’s chosen field during the 10week summer program. Students will be immersed in a fast-paced, professional environment and work side-byside with experts at the forefront of the cattle industry
“This internship has been so impactful to my career journey,” reflects Cassidy Strommen, 2025 Angus Media digital marketing intern. “I was able to sharpen a variety of practical marketing skills and help Angus producers promote their operations while learning from a supportive and encouraging team.”
Interns will be based out of St. Joseph, Mo.; some positions offer opportunities to travel. Students who are interested in growth and networking opportunities, have a good attitude and are willing to jump into new and challenging situations for hands-on experience should apply at angus.org/careers by Nov. 12, 2025, to be considered.
Angus Media – Marketing: This position will provide valuable experience in email marketing, graphic design, digital advertising, social media content creation and data analytics. The intern will work alongside an experienced team to develop skills and contribute to real cattle producers’ marketing
campaigns and success. Applicants should demonstrate an excitement and passion for Association work and the cattle industry. Previous management or oversight of business social media accounts is preferred.
Angus Media – Publications: This writing-intensive opportunity offers the chance to join a multi-media effort, which includes the Angus Journal print publication and the AJ Daily electronic newsletter, as well as the Angus Journal’s website and social media presence. The internship can be tailored to the intern’s strengths, but many duties can be anticipated, including traveling to industry events. Experience in news and feature writing, editing and photography are strongly suggested.
Communications: From print writing to graphic design, photography and video, the communications intern will gain multifaceted agricultural communications experience to enhance their marketability as a young professional. The communications intern will help with the promotion and coverage of one of the Association’s biggest events, the National Junior Angus Show (NJAS), and will travel with the team to the event. Applicants should have strong writing and design skills and have completed coursework in news and feature writing, editing and design. Experience in photography, video and social media are preferred.
Events & Junior Activities: The intern will assist in planning and executing youth events hosted by the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA), including preparation, correspondence and coordination for shows and events. Applicants should be self-starters, detail-oriented and outgoing with the ability to work well
with others. Livestock and event planning experience is preferred, but not required. Travel to the 2026 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS), Leaders Engaged in Angus Development (LEAD) Conference and other events is expected.
Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI®): Students pursuing their master’s degree or Ph.D. in animal breeding and genetics are encouraged to apply for the AGI summer internship. The intern will have the opportunity to work with the world’s largest single beef breed genomic databases, conducting research on economically relevant traits in beef cattle. The internship will focus on research that involves data analysis. Candidates should have experience in analyzing animal breeding data sets and genomic data.
If students prefer to spend their summer on the ranch, the Angus Foundation is accepting applications for the Angus/Talon Youth Educational Learning Program internship. The Talon internship program provides college-aged students the unique opportunity to spend their summer on an Angus operation. Interns gain extensive ranching knowledge while enhancing their skills as advocates for the beef industry. Students interested in participating in the program can learn more at https://www.angus.org/foundation/our-mission/youth/talon-youth. Deadline is also Nov. 12 through angus.org/careers.
OCTOBER
15- *Deadline* NAA Royalty Application
15- *Deadline* NAA Heifer Raffle
Scholarship Applications Due
17- Hall Ranch Complete Cow Herd Dispersion- Bassett
25- Bear Mountain Female SalePalisade
27- Dal Porto Livestock Female SaleAnselmo
NOVEMBER
Oct 31-Nov 2- National Angus Convention- Kansas City
8- Ely Angus Dispersion- McCook
13- Hoffman Ranch Bull SaleThedford
15- Keyes Angus Complete Dispersion- Valentine
20- Benoit Angus Ranch Female Sale- Esbon, KS
21- Connealy Angus Fall Bull SaleWhitman
22- Baldridge/Tiedeman & Frank Cattle and Genetics Female Sale- Lodgepole
24- TC Ranch Female Sale- Franklin
DECEMBER
5- Schurrtop Angus Sale- McCook
6-7- NeJAA Winter Kick Off Show
6- NAA Royalty Competition
8- Weber Farms Bull SalePlainview
13- Key Ranch Bull Sale- Miller
15-TK Angus Bull & Female SaleValentine
29- Seevers Angus Cow Dispersion Sale- Burwell
PRIVATE TREATY SALES
Baldridge-Tiedeman- North Platte
Bluffside Angus- Silver Creek
Dolezal Angus- Rushville
Ely Angus- McCook
FF Livestock- St Paul
Gerlach Angus- Dewitt
Groth Angus- Monroe
HOLIDAY EVENT CALENDAR
Hidden Valley Angus- Bladen
JV Cattle Co - Hay Springs
McConnell Angus- starting March 1st
Meyer Angus- Campbell
MGM Angus LTD- Johnson
Mill Bar Angus- Hayes Center
Mizner Cattle Co
N Backward 7 Cattle Co- Anselmo
Oldemeyer Cattle Co- Firth
Outlaw Trail Angus
Schafer Angus- Nehawka
Schulte Angus Ranch- Kearney
Sisco Brothers Cattle Co- Syracuse
Sonderup Angus- Genoa
Springlake Angus- Lynch
T&E Angus- Clarks
Twisted J Angus- Arnold
Weber Farms Angus- Plainview
Weers Angus- Diller
CATTLEMEN'S CONGRESS
WILL BE HELD ON JANUARY 6-11TH, 2026 IN OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
THE ANGUS HOTEL BLOCKS ARE AT TWO LOCATIONS:
SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL – ONE PARK AVE, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73102 CALL TO BOOK: 1-800-445-8667
BOOK NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 11TH. RATE IS $149/NIGHT.
HOLIDAY INN – 4401 SW 15TH, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73108 CALL TO BOOK: 1-405-601-7272.
BOOK NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 16TH. RATE IS $104/NIGHT.
MORE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND AT: HTTPS://CATTLEMENSCONGRESS.COM
THE NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW
WILL BE HELD ON JANUARY 10-22ND, 2026 IN DENVER, CO
THE ANGUS HOTEL BLOCK IS AT:
RENAISSANCE DENVER HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER – 3801 QUEBEC STREET DENVER, COLORADO 80207
BOOK NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 9TH.
MORE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND AT: HTTPS://NATIONALWESTERN.COM/LIVESTOCK-SHOWS/ LIVESTOCK-EXHIBITORS/
Lazy Black Diamond Ranch
Registered Angus Since 1951
Bred for fertility, calving ease, maternal, disposition, growth, carcass, and conformation.
Bull Sale Last Saturday in February @ Huss Livestock Private Treaty Bulls Available
For details contact Morgan (308) 750-3125 or Kevin (308) 750-9055
Glause Family 379 Hwy. 92 • Palmer, NE 68864
DETHLEFS ANGUS RANCH
“Dutch” & Marian Dethlefs 31310 Imperial Rd • Ravenna, NE 68869 Ph. 308/452-4147
