News Update
Jan. 14, 2009

GeneSeek Authorized for AM Testing

The American Angus Association® has updated its list of labs authorized for arthrogryposis multiplex (AM) testing. GeneSeek of Lincoln, Neb., is now also authorized to conduct AM testing.

For a list of other Association-authorized labs, visit www.angus.org/AMLabs.html. Consult the respective laboratory web sites for information on preferred sample types, sample submission forms, pricing information and complete instructions on how and where to submit samples for testing.

For a complete listing of AM information released by the American Angus Association, visit www.angus.org/ccs_info.html.

Winter Weather Blasts Midwest

An arctic blast of freezing air has spread across the Midwest and much of the upper Plains. Wind chill warnings, wind advisories and warnings from the National Weather Service (NWS) have farmers and ranchers across the region taking extra precautions. NWS reports indicate that low temperatures combined with strong winds will combine to create a wind chill well below 0° F, with most areas expected to reach a -25° F to -30° F wind chill, with some areas reaching a -45° F wind chill.

A Wisconsin news station reports on the frigid temperature drop at www.channel3000.com/news/18477449/detail.html.

For more tips on avoiding frostbite or hypothermia in both humans and livestock, refer to “Fight Frostbite” on pages 142-143 of the January Angus Journal, or visit www.angusjournal.com/aj_article1.html?CID=6981 to download the article.

Check Out the National Western Online

Couldn’t go to the National Western Stock Show (NWSS) this year? Keep up with the show going on this week in Denver, Colo., by visiting www.angusjournal.com/denver.

The Angus Productions Inc. (API) site features online coverage of the junior heifer, Roll of Victory (ROV), and pen and carload shows. Class placings and champion photos are updated during the week.

Also, EDJE Technologies will provide video coverage of the ROV female and bull shows. Visit www.edjecast.com to register a user name and password with EDJE Technologies to be able to view the Denver video.

— compiled by Crystal Albers, associate editor, Angus Productions Inc.