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2021 JRA Scholarship Winners pg. 18

from the chief: 2021-2026 strategic plan pg. 10

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR PAGE 8

WASHRACK WISDOM

2021-2026 RAAA STRATEGIC PLAN

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2022 NATIONAL SHOW LOCATION

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Roxboro, N.C.

Bend, Ore.

Manhattan, Mont.

Strong City, Kan.

MISSION STATEMENT Sebree, Ky

Manhattan, Mont.

CORE POLICIES

Karval, Colo.

Morgan Mill, Texas

Steele, N.D.

Canton, Okla.

Hershey, Pa.

Columbia, Ala.

Stockport, Iowa

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FROM THE EDITOR “TODAY IS YOUR DAY! YOUR MOUNTAIN IS WAITING. SO….GET ON YOUR WAY!” — DR. SEUSS For the ‘21 seniors, the time has finally come for you to place the graduation cap on your head, decide your future degree plan, schedule a graduation party, write what feels like 1,000 thank you letters, and say goodbye to your normal for the past four years. No one can deny that you specifically deserve an award for just graduating in less than ideal situations over the past year due to COVID-19. Life has been challenging, uncontrollable, and often overwhelming while navigating virtual learning, virtual senior student activities, and even virtual cattle shows!

During this edition of Buckle & Banner, we highlight six individuals who have risen to the top of the charts during this uncertain time at school and have also been excellent Red Angus junior members in this time.

As we consider all that is the Junior Red Angus Association, I often remind myself of the JRA mission statement, “The Junior Red Angus Association, the junior affiliate of the RAAA, strives to equip and prepare all members to be leaders, innovators, stewards and advocates for the Red Angus breed, the beef industry and agriculture.” Individuals who age out of the JRA are not only the people who will be successful in climbing the mountain that Dr. Seuss mentioned, but are also looking forward to the challenge. These six young adults, who are the Junior Red Angus Association’s 2021 scholarship winners, are looking forward to climbing the mountains they will face within the beef industry and becoming the future leaders of the Red Angus breed.

Find out who those six individuals are on pages 16-17.

Some of those six faces will also be in attendance at multiple Red Angus events this summer before they head off to their respective colleges or trades. The juniors will start the summer at the National Junior Red Angus show hosted at the North American Junior Red Angus Event (NAJRAE) during the week of June 20-26. Buckle & Banner highlights the full detailed schedule as we start to pack our trailers and bags to head to Lebanon, Tennessee, for an exciting week of Red Angus fellowship, shows, and multiple high-quality satellite events. After NAJRAE, juniors will have a few weeks at home before heading back to Tennessee for the annual JRA Round-Up and Annual Meeting. Juniors from all across the country come together for the week-long event to build friendships, industry knowledge, and communication skills during cattle tours, educational programs, junior board elections, and more.

As you can tell, we have a busy summer ahead, especially for those graduating seniors! We look forward to seeing you down the road at either the National Junior Show at NAJRAE, JRA Round-Up, or the newly designated National Open & Pen Show in Oklahoma City. Make sure to stop a JRA board member or RAAA staff member to learn how you can get involved in Red Angus events to better equip you for challenging the mountains you will one day face!

Happy Trails,

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GUIDE Learn where to find helpful Association resources to navigate RAAA

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ummer and all the activities that come with it are beginning to gear up. For many, this means it’s time to complete the neccessary paperwork and registration deadlines. To help you navigate all things Red Angus this season, a simple and accessible resource known as the How-To Guide was created.

This document includes everything from how to become a member to the ins and outs of tattooing animals. Additionally, we have included simple steps for processes such as how to register animals from other associations and how to submit DNA. If you’re curious about collecting carcass ultrasound data or what all the National Red Angus Convention has to offer, that information is included too.

It can be challenging to remember every process and requirement that goes into owning and exhibiting registered cattle. We hope this document will act as an easily referenced resource to help you along the way! The How-To Guide is attached to every new member welcome email. It can also be accessed online at redangus.org under Herd Management, or we can provide you with a copy upon request.

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FROM THE CHIEF: RAAA CEO, TOM BRINK

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very five years, the Red Angus Association of America creates a new strategic plan. Completing this task involves soliciting input from RAAA members, plus a lot of discussion and work on behalf of the Strategic Planning committee. Our new 2021-2026 Strategic Plan, similar to those that came before it, will provide direction and focus to the organization during the years ahead. The overarching goal is to continue to strengthen and grow the Red Angus breed. If you have not yet reviewed the new plan, below is an abbreviated version, presenting the four critical objectives as well as related key outcomes/goals associated with each.

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CRITICAL OBJECTIVE 1: Create market demand - 20 percent of the U.S. beef cattle inventory will be Red Angus influenced by 2030.

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Shift the industry standard of value assessment from visual to objective verification and access industry-leading premiums for verified Red Angus-influenced cattle.

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Increase the value of verified Red Angus-influenced cattle and eliminate the price differential between black and red-hided feeder and fed cattle.

CRITICAL OBJECTIVE 2: Quantify and communicate Red Angus advantages in stakeholder profitability and sustainability.

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Expand the position of the Red Angus-influenced cow as the industry’s most favored female.

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Communicate the strong value proposition of verified Red Angus-influenced cattle.

CRITICAL OBJECTIVE 3: Attract, develop and retain talent.

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RAAA represents the most professional seedstock providers in the beef industry, through excellence in educating, equipping and inspiring current members, associates and juniors.

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RAAA is served by the most professional and informed leaders, who are stewards of the long-term success of the association, it’s members and customers. The governance structure is designed to attain the mission and vision of the organization.

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RAAA is staffed by knowledgeable and proficient professionals aligned with the strategic goals and objectives. RAAA is the most desired beef industry association for employment.

CRITICAL OBJECTIVE 4: Create and improve genetic prediction tools.

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Continuous growth in quality data submissions, improvement in data warehousing, and reliability of selection tools.

The most structurally sound breeding stock in the industry.

Position Red Angus advantages in contributing to continuous improvement in sustainability.

Increased capability of breeders to leverage genetic tools to generate progress in economically relevant traits.

Establish and leverage partnerships to increase the power and impact of RAAA genetic tools.

All four of the critical objectives and key outcomes shown above are supported by specific strategies and tactics that will guide the RAAA’s efforts in pursuit of the plan’s goals. For more information on the Red Angus 2021-2026 Strategic Plan, contact the Red Angus office at 940-387-3502. This plan is a winner, and though it will require time and a lot of work, RAAA leadership is confident it will help take the Red Angus breed to a higher level of success.

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WASHRACK WISDOM Tips to help your cattle adjust at shows

BY CHESSIE MITCHELL, TAG & SHOW PROGRAMS COORDINATOR

washrack wisdom W ithWith junior nationals and other summer shows coming up quickly, it’s always essential to make sure sure your cattle junior nationals and other summer shows coming up quickly, it’s always essential to make areyour ready to go. cattle are ready to go.

1. KEEP YOUR CALVES HYDRATED. 1. KEEP YOUR CALVES HYDRADTED.

Cattle not wanting to drink is one of the most common frustrations. City water can smell and taste a Keep your calves hydrated. Cattle not wanting to drink is one of the most common frustrations. City water lot different than the water at your house. A water purifier can help with this issue. Many people will also can smell and taste a lot different than the water at your house. A water purifier can help with this issue. add a flavoring agent to the water.

Many people will also add a flavoring agent to the water. Vita Charge Liquid Boost has a strong berry flavor to help mask the odor and taste. It is also going to stimulate the digestive system, and water intake increases. Using Vita 1. CONSISTENCY IS THE Charge Liquid Boost in aKEY. water bucket is also an alternative option when the show has rules against drenching. If this Consistency thethinking key. Although this tipit’s is fundamental, essential.

Remember feed theLiquid same supplements is something youisare about trying, recommendedittois get your cattle used totodrinking Boost water at and feed you were using at home because your cattle become accustomed to a routine.

Your calf should be fed at the home before trying it at the show. same time every day. Cattle thrive on consistency, and without it, there’s a good chance they will fail to develop. Young calves also tendISto better in a group setting. Putting several calves nose-to-nose at mealtime could have positive 2.

CONSISTENCY THEeatKEY. results. Also, you should have tested fill products or other show day supplements at home to gauge the effectiveness Consistency is the key. Although this tip is fundamental, it is essential. Remember to feed the same supplements and and their palatability. feed you were using at home because your cattle become accustomed to a routine. Your calf should be fed at the same time every day. Cattle thrive on consistency, and without it, there’s a good chance they will fail to develop. Young calves also tend to eat better in a group setting. Putting several calves nose-to-nose at mealtime could have positive results. Also, you should have test fill products or other show day supplements at home to gauge the effectiveness and their palatability.

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Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) - Regional Show Entry Deadline - September 1, 2021

American Royal - Regional Show Entry Deadline - September 10, 2021 Late Entry Deadline - September 15, 2021

NAJRAE June 20-26, 2021 — Lebanon, Tennessee

2021 JRA Annual Meeting July 13, 2021 — Tennessee/Kentucky

North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) - Regional Show Entry Dealine - October 1, 2021 Late Entry Dealine - October 10, 2021

National Western Stock Show (NWSS) Regional Show Entry Deadline - November 20, 2021 Late Entry Deadline - December 10, 2021

2021 JRA round-up July 13-18, 2021 — Tennessee/Kentucky

Fort Worth Stock Show (FWSSR) - Regional Show Entry Deadline - November 15, 2021

jra promotions entry deadline September 1, 2021

Cattlemen’s Congress - National Open and Pen Show TBD

jra agricultural advocacy entry deadline

Cattlemen’s Congress - regional junior show

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September 1, 2021

The Junior Red Angus Association of America, the junior affiliate of the RAAA, strives to equip and prepare all members to be leaders, innovators, stewards and advocates for the Red Angus breed, the beef industry and agriculture. The JRA membership actively participates in industry events, conferences and workshops designed to develop members’ critical thinking, leadership and production skill sets. Additionally, the JRA strives to nurture enthusiasm for the beef industry and agriculture, while promoting networking and education.

For more information on the Junior Red Angus Association of America, visit RedAngus.org or call Kim Heller, junior programs coordinator, at 515-851-2019.

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ith a mission of equipping and preparing all JRA stakeholders to be leaders, innovators, stewards and advocates for the Red Angus breed, the beef industry and agriculture, the board seeks partnerships to support their efforts. Invest in the future through your involvement in one of our fundraising efforts:

BE A JRA SPONSOR Each fall the JRA kicks off the annual sponsorship campaign designed to support the national events of the organization, while advancing the mission of the organization. The program has five levels for investment; each with a varied set of marketing and recognition for the sponsor.

For more information on becoming a sponsor, contact Kim Heller at juniors@redangus.org or 515-851-2019.

DONATE TO THE JRA SILENT OR LIVE AUCTION AT THE RAAA CONVENTION Convention participants will once again have a chance to do a little shopping while supporting junior programs.

The annual JRA convention silent and live auctions will take place again this year, and you can help by contributing an item. If you or your state affiliate is interested in donating an item for the auction, please contact Kim Heller at juniors@redangus.org or 515-851-2019. Donations can be brought to convention registration or shipped to the hotel.​

THANK YOU TO THE 2020-2021 JRA SPONSORS Your investment in the future made an impact on the lives of our youth. Thank you for your contribution and support.

DIAMOND SPONSORS

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RED ANGUS ESSENTIAL TO SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS’ FUTURES The RAAA Junior Activities Committee is pleased to name each of the following five JRA members as recipients of the $1,000 college scholarship.

EMMA AHRENDSEN — SIOUX RAPIDS, IOWA Emma is the daughter of Brian and Karla Ahrendsen. She is a graduating senior at Sioux Central Community School, where she is involved in FFA, 4-H, National Honor Society, cheer, and the Iowa and National Junior Red Angus Association. The Red Angus breed has influenced her career path.

She plans to pursue a degree in agriculture communications.

MIA GIBSON — ELGIN, IOWA Mia Gibson is the daughter of Lin and Jim Gibson. She is currently a freshman at Des Moines Area Community College, majoring in agribusiness. In high school, she was very involved in her FFA chapter, 4-H, county beef association, National Honor Society, and the Iowa Junior Red Angus Association. Mia is passionate about the Red Angus breed and agriculture and wants to advocate and promote the Association. After college, she plans on continuing to raise Red Angus cattle and eventually take over the family farm.

ALI MERRITT — SIDNEY, MONTANA Ali Merritt is the daughter of Roger and Leigh Merritt. She is a graduating senior at Sidney High School. Throughout high school, she participated in basketball, football manager, track and field, National Honor Society, and Leo Club. She is also an 11-year 4-H member. She owns and operates her own registered Red Angus herd. She has found her love and passion for cattle through her involvement with Red Angus. She plans to further her education and earn a degree in animal science livestock management and work in beef genetics. The committee is also pleased to announce Ali Merritt as the recipient of the $500 Dee Sonstegard Memorial Scholarship.

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CHASTAIN SPILLER — ELBERT, COLORADO Chastain Spiller is the daughter of Decky and Misti Spiller. She has been actively involved in 4-H, FFA, National Honor Society and NAJRAE. Capitalizing on her loves, Chastain and business partner, Tate Welch, started Thousand Hills Red Angus in 2019 as their SAE project for FFA. They plan to continue to expand their registered Red Angus herd.

Chastain will be attending Texas A&M University to study animal science and ag journalism. She hopes to use her writing skills to educate the public on agriculture.

MITCHELL VANDERWAL— MELLETTE, SOUTH DAKOTA Mitchel VanderWal, the son of Jeff and Beth VanderWal, is a graduating senior of Northwestern High School. His family operation, near Brentford, S.D., is comprised of Shorthorn, Hereford, and Red Angus cows. These cattle are bred to produce purebred calves to be kept as replacements, sold as seedstock or show cattle, or fed out to finishing weight in their feedlot.

His most vivid memory comes from the 2017 Red Angus Roundup held in South Dakota, Iowa, and Nebraska where he met people and learned skills he will use throughout his career.

TIFFANY WATKINS — DADE CITY, FLORIDA Tiffany Watkins is the daughter of Andy and Sandy Watkins. She is currently studying livestock production at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton, Ga., where she is a member of the Sigma Alpha Sorority and the ABAC Cattlemen’s Association. She is also currently serving on the Junior Red Angus Board of Directors, as secretary. In high school, she was involved in FFA and 4-H, and the Junior Florida Cattlemen’s Association, where she held a position on the board of directors. Tiffany has been raising Red Angus for four years and is very passionate about the breed. Her goal is to continue to grow her family’s herd of Red Angus and one day own a cattle breeding facility in Florida.

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June 20 - 26, 2021

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W elcome E veryone

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to the second largest NAJRAE we have planned in the past 15 years.

Let’s have a week filled with fun and making lifetime friends! Good luck exhibitors.

If you can’t make it to Lebanon, LiveAuctions will be live streaming the cattle shows.

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NAJRAE Celebrating 15 Years Host of the 2021 National Junior Red Angus Show

A Huge Thank You to the Following Cash Supporters:

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ROAD TO THE WINNER’S CIRCLE: RECORDATION SUCCESS

BY HALLA PFEIFF, DIRECTOR OF OFFICE OPERATIONS

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he road to the grand drive starts at the association.

Maybe that sounds silly, as we know there is so much more to it than that, but to even be able to enter, there are necessary steps that have to be taken.

For this four-part series we will walk you through the steps for a seamless show entry for Red Angus regional and national shows. This will include obtaining a membership with RAAA, registration requirements and the data entry process, DNA submission, what to expect with your DNA results, and how to enter the show.

No differently than many other businesses or groups you are committed to that require a membership, so does the Red Angus Association. You must decide which membership type fits you best—junior or regular.

JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP This is for individuals under the age of 21. The date of birth of the individual must be on record. The individual can carry a herd prefix of another junior member, or of a regular membership until the junior member ages out on their 21st birthday. The annual membership fee of $20 must be paid to stay in good standing. One membership is allowed per junior. The junior membership type allows for registration and recordation in the RAAA database, receive access to complete performance programs, and participate in National Cattle Evaluation (NCE). Unlike the regular membership, the junior does not have to have an active cow on inventory to stay in good standing as long as membership dues are paid annually.

REGULAR MEMBERSHIP

$100 annual membership fee must be paid to stay in good standing. The account typically is in the ranch name with listed authorized representatives. This membership type allows for registration and recordation in the RAAA database, receive access to complete performance programs, and participate in NCE. The individual is also eligible to participate in RAAA committees and run for the Board of Directors.

A buyer account (animal(s) transferred for ownership purposes) may preexist and RAAA will convert this account number into the membership number.

Both membership types require following all rules and regulations at the time of acceptance. When the membership has officially been processed, a welcome email will be sent as notification that it is live and ready for use.

After you have a membership, you can determine how you want to go about the registration process—paper or electronic database (REDSPro). No matter the option, the data reporting requirements are the same. Paper applications must be mailed or emailed to the national office for processing. Once received, it will be placed in order received, by date.

The following registration requirements are for an animal that is 100 percent Red Angus and would be classified as category 1A (100% Red Angus) or category 1B (87% or greater Red Angus).

RED ANGUS SIRE AND DAM REGISTRATION NUMBER

This is typically a 7-digit number. The account registering the calf must be the owner of the dam at the time of calving.

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UNIQUE ANIMAL ID

This is given to the animal by first owner and must be tattooed in the animal’s ear with herd prefix assigned in the membership process.

EXACT DATE OF BIRTH

This is the month, day and year.

EXACT BIRTH WEIGHT

This is taken via scale within 24 hours of birth.

SEX

Specify cow, bull or steer.

TWIN

EXACT WEANING WEIGHT

Weaning weight is taken via scale on the weaning date.

Note: if a weaning date and weight are not provided after a year of age the category of the animal will drop to 2. An example of the paper registration application form is below.

The online database is real time and has interactive warnings and errors. Also, each data field box has a drop down menu to select from: sex, mating, etc. If a job has an error listed, you will not be able to process until it is resolved. If there is a warning, it must be reviewed and approved before processing can move forward. If a warning exists in the job at the time of process, it may indicate fees that will be applied or notification that the animal will go on hold due to missing DNA requirements.

Is the animal a twin? If so, is it a twin to a bull or heifer? The owner must also record the other twin if applicable.

MATING

Record if the calf was a result of artificial insemination, embryo transfer, or natural pasture exposure. Note: All sires and donor dams must have a DNA sample on file for parentage.

COLOR

The animal must be red to be a 1A or 1B classified animal.

HORNED, POLLED OR SCURRED

The animal must be polled to be a 1A or 1B classified animal.

PRINT

Would you like a paper registration? If a paper is requested, it will be printed and mailed the day following processing, as long as it did not go on hold due to DNA requirements needed.

NAME

The animal’s name can be 28 characters, including spaces.

EXACT WEANING DATE

This is the month, day and year.

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It is important to double check the data inputted, by viewing the printable report. This can be found under the complete job tab, under data entry>online.

The newly formed registration number of the animal will be listed here, along with exact information input, and can now be searched under the animal search within the database for more information such as the EPD profile If an animal goes on hold due to DNA requirements, it will be shown in this report with the appropriate on-hold status—U for needs of genetic defect testing or Z for needs of a parentage test on the parent(s). This will be covered more in depth in the coming months.

As with anything important, being timely and strategic in all steps of the process will help ease the stress of making the deadline for show entry. Start the membership and registration process at least six months in advance to be able to resolve any unknown problems if they occur.

If you have questions or concerns along the way, let us know. We are happy to help! Member services can be reached at data@redangus.org or 940-387-3502, ext. 1.

In the second part of this series, we will cover the DNA testing process and what to expect to see when DNA results are returned. This can be a time consuming step, so make sure you stay tuned for the information.

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Red Angus Announces Plans for

2022 NATIONAL RED ANGUS SHOW he Red Angus Association of America Board of Directors voted to hold the 2022 National Red Angus Open and Pen Shows at the Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City.

This decision comes at the recommendation of the RAAA Show & Sale Committee after soliciting significant feedback from Red Angus exhibitors and breeders. A regional junior show will also be hosted in Oklahoma City. Similarly, a regional junior, pen and open show will be hosted at the National Western Stock Show moving forward.

Exhibitors and interested members should visit RedAngus.org for more information regarding show schedule, fees and other details as they become available in the coming months.

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JUDGE — FRANK WARD

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CHAMPION JUNIOR RED ANGUS FEMALE FLC DANCING QUEEN 913 – 4229124, Brett Pembrook

RESERVE JUNIOR RED ANGUS FEMALE DDAD Olivia – 4274139, James Tripp

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CHAMPION JUNIOR RED ANGUS FEMALE ROJAS RIOETTA 9209 – 4130138, Madison Fischer

RESERVE JUNIOR RED ANGUS FEMALE MS JASMINE 911G – 4117566, Kinlee Rathmann

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CHAMPION JUNIOR RED ANGUS FEMALE MLK MIMI 029 – 4296677, Owen Halfmann

RESERVE JUNIOR RED ANGUS FEMALE GIBBS AURORA 5H – 4242284, Bryana Gibbs

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CHAMPION JUNIOR RED ANGUS FEMALE MS JASMINE 911G – 4117566, Kinlee Rathmann

RESERVE JUNIOR RED ANGUS FEMALE RED DIAMOND MIMI 006 – 4254345, Kaylee Bragg

JUDGE — TAYLOR FRANK

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CHIPOTLE BEEF TACOS

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ingredients for tacos :

DIRECTIONS: Mix the chiles, pineapple juice, syrup, tomato paste, salt and pepper.

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½ cup pure maple syrup

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Diced tomato

Place the roast with the sauce in a crockpot for 6 to 8 hours.

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3 tbsp tomato paste

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Other desired taco toppings

Remove and shred the roast.

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2 tsp salt

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1 tsp black pepper

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One 4-5 pound boneless chuck roast

Find a plate and make your tacos with your desired toppings!

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