Welcome back to "Red Angus Remarks!"  On this episode, Taylor sits down with new RAAA Executive Vice President Greg Ruehle.  To begin the podcast, Greg gives a brief overview of his background and history.  They then spend time discussing Greg's role with the Association, where he views the breed is at currently, and his vision for Red Angus and the Association going forward. Greg has been very active since joining the Association in mid-October, traveling to or participating in many state affiliate meetings, sales, and shows.  If those listening haven't had a chance to meet Greg, he will continue to be extremely active in his travels.  Additionally, feel free to give him a call or send an email!

Merry Christmas!  On this episode of "Red Angus Remarks", Taylor and Cory highlight the most downloaded episodes of 2025 (links to these episodes are listed below).  In 2025, the podcast covered a wide array of topics, ranging from grazing technologies, popular Red Angus genetics, seedstock and commercial cattle marketing strategies, and Association-related news focused around the rebrand of the Feeder Calf Certification Program to Angus Access.  Thank you to everyone for continuing to tune-in and support the podcast.  We look forward to continuing on into 2026.  As always, if there is any content suggestions or feedback, please let us know!  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Links

Select Sires - https://redangusremarks.podbean.com/e/episode-43-select-sires/

Halter - https://redangusremarks.podbean.com/e/episode-57-halter-daniel-mushrush-and-thomas-beaumont/

LaCrosse Livestock - https://redangusremarks.podbean.com/e/episode-61-la-crosse-livestock-ryan-zeltwanger/

 Angus Access - https://redangusremarks.podbean.com/e/episode-55-introducing-angus-access-jeananne-drouhard-and-rob-hess/

Learn from the Best Panel - https://redangusremarks.podbean.com/e/episode-63-lean-from-the-best-panel-discussion-sam-twedt-kyley-devoe-and-jesse-weber/

Dr. Charly Martinez - https://redangusremarks.podbean.com/e/episode-50-bull-buyers-and-epds-dr-charley-martinez/

Colonel Matt Lowery Part 1 - https://redangusremarks.podbean.com/e/episode-66-colonel-matt-lowery-part-1/

Colonel Matty Lowery Part 2 - https://redangusremarks.podbean.com/e/episode-67-colonel-matt-lowery-part-2/

Tune in this to episode of "Red Angus Remarks" to learn more about Axiota Animal Health.  Taylor sits down with Dr. Brian Miller and Zach Godde to learn more about Axiota's history and there two flagship products, Lactipro and MultiMin 90.  Discussion focuses on insights into the products, their utilization within the beef cattle production, and the benefits they provide to cattle and producers.  To learn more about either product, be sure to follow the links below.  

Links

Axiota Home Page - https://axiota.com/

Lactipro - https://axiota.com/products/lactipro/#why-choose

MultiMin 90 - https://axiota.com/products/multimin/#why-choose

On this episode, Cory sits down with Jon and Patty Tebeilus of Bowden, ND, whom were selected as the 2025 RAAA Commercial Producer of the Year.  Jon and Patty have been raising and marketing commercial Red Angus animals for over 20 years.  Throughout this podcast you will hear about different strategies, management practices, and technology they utilize that helps them extract as much data and knowledge out of their cowherd.  Many of these practices have helped them set themselves apart and find their niche in a competitive market place.  From utilizing Igenity Beef, enrolling in Angus Access, and marketing backgrounded steers and replacement heifers through multiple methods, throughout the podcast, we'll hear why this Award was so well deserved.  If there are any questions for Jon and Patty, please don't hesitate to reach out to Cory. 

On this episode of "Red Angus Remarks", we are excited to sit down with Catherine Hoffman and Gary Nilan of the Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity, whom will be hosting this year's inaugural GridMaster Challenge.  Gary also owns Nilan Feedlot, which will be the hostyard for the Challenge, located in Oakland, IA.  Gary and Catherine give an overview of the history of the Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity, the benefits it provides to those whom participate in feeding trials, and what producers can expect while participating in the GridMaster Challenge.  To learn more about the Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity and the GridMaster Challenge, follow the links below.

Additionally, we have extended the deadline for participating in the GridMaster Challenge until December 1st.  If anyone still has interest in participating, please reach out to Cory or Taylor.

Links

Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity - https://tcscf.com/

GridMaster Challenge - https://redangus.org/gridmasterchallenge/

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Tune in to the 2nd segment of  Cory and Taylor's discussion with Colonel Matt Lowery.  The second half of the discussion pivoted to establishing a successful seedstock marketing plan.   Matt gives his insights on things to consider for young producers when establishing their first production sales, not only for Red Angus animals, but for all breeds.  This includes selections for auctioneers, marketing and advertising, and animal preparation.  These episodes were incredibly educational for Cory and Taylor.  Take a listen!

To learn more about Matt, be sure to follow him on Facebook and Instagram!

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/matt.lowery.368260/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mattlowery546/?hl=en

Welcome back to "Red Angus Remarks"!  This week features the first of two episodes recorded with Matt Lowery of Burwell, NE.  Many in the northern plains are familiar with Matt Lowery, as he sells numerous Red Angus sales in Nebraska, South Dakota, Minnesota, and other states.  Matt has keen insights into marketing on both the commercial and seedstock sectors of the cattle industry.  Take a listen to hear about Matt's involvement and insights into the commercial portion of the industry.  Be sure to come back next week to hear the second episode where we discuss seed stock marketing!  To learn more about Matt, be sure to follow him on Facebook and Instagram!

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/matt.lowery.368260/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mattlowery546/?hl=en

On this episode of "Red Angus Remarks", Taylor is joined by Ethan Cantrell and Michael Cowley of MJE Livestock Equipment.  Cory and Taylor have gotten to know Ethan and Michael over the last 18 months, after MJE LE attended both the 2024 and 2025 National RAAA Convention and were Tradeshow participants.  Michael and Ethan give us an introduction to MJE LE and the equipment that they provide to the Beef Industry, including fixed and modular livestock handling equipment, portable fencing, and fencing materials.  What sets apart MJE LE from others in the industry is covered and exciting new collaboration and projects are also discussed.  As always, the discussion ends with "Why Red Angus?".  Take a listen and to learn more about MJE Livestock Equipment, follow the link below!

Links

MJE LE Website - https://mjelivestockequipment.com/products/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=products&utm_content=text&utm_term=brand1&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=12771314073&gbraid=0AAAAAD15Vd-K8fPyYaAYCox_5H2MewvJG&gclid=CjwKCAjw6vHHBhBwEiwAq4zvA21Q0qsJIZVisl66a-L9w3BexVB_PH_zJ0-THu1tx7Mk9o9mrqArVxoCBJwQAvD_BwE

This week, Cory and Taylor introduce the newly formed GridMaster Challenge!  The Red Angus GridMaster Challenge (GMC) was created by the RAAA Marketing Team as an educational opportunity for Red Angus members and commercial producers.  Participants will have firsthand opportunities to learn about the fed cattle sector of the beef industry and learn more about their herd’s performance and carcass genetics.  Additionally, producers will be exposed to the various tools available through the Association and in the industry to help benchmark and make improvements in their herd, including carcass ultrasounding, Igenity Beef, and feet and leg scoring.  The Challenge will be hosted by the Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity (TCSCF) with the host yard being Nilan Feedyard of Oakland, IA.  The enrollment deadline is November 15th, 2025.  For further information, please visit the link below or reach out directly to Taylor or Cory.

Links

https://redangus.org/gridmasterchallenge/#overview-1285375701

At this year's annual RAAA National Convention, Taylor and Cory hosted the capstone discussion for this year's Learn from the Best class, which consisted of a panel discussion including Sam Twedt, Kyley DeVoe, and Jesse Weber.  Sam Twedt (Twedt Red Angus) and Jesse Weber (Weber Land and Cattle) are both winners of the RAAA Seedstock Producer of the Year award within the last three years, while Kyley DeVoe (3K Land and Cattle) was the outgoing RAAA President.  Questions were submitted prior to the event by participants and were asked to the panel during the discussion.  Attendees also had the opportunity to ask additional questions throughout the discussion.  Questions varied from most impactful mentors and seedstock animals, trends within the breed, how to become involved in the Association, and many more.  To learn more about Learn from the Best or to listen to prior Learn from the Best content on the podcast, please follow the links below.

Links

Learn from the Best - https://redangus.org/learn-from-the-best-seedstock-series/

Podcasts Featuring Learn from the Best Participants

https://redangusremarks.podbean.com/e/episode-36-learn-from-the-best-asia-haack-and-kolby-shannon/

https://redangusremarks.podbean.com/e/episode-37-learn-from-the-best-2-jake-harms-and-brian-lance/