Animal Ag News 10/15

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  • The 2026 Redbook from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is now available. The pocket-sized booklet can help cattle producers effectively and efficiently record their daily production efforts by simplifying record keeping, which can enhance profitability and reduce stress levels.
  • If you were unable to attend one of the in-person Stockmanship and Stewardship events this year, you are in luck, because we are hosting a virtual event on Nov. 18 and 19 from 11am-2pm CST each day! Join easily within your home or office and participate in educational sessions on topics like succession planning, cattle handling techniques, animal health and a D.C. issues update. Registration is free for this event.
  • Don’t forget to visit Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Georgia, earn Beef Quality Assurance credits for recertification when you attend one of the daily Stockmanship & Stewardship sessions in the Beef Pavilion at 2 PM. Curt Pate will present on effective cattle hauling and handling techniques that will help you create a calm environment as you manage your cattle herd. Learn about genomics, cattle health and welfare, and industry hot topics.
  • The Department of Animal Sciences in the Auburn University College of Agriculture recently announced a partnership with CERES TAG, a leading global animal health intelligence platform to improve livestock monitoring and grazing practices. CERES TAG is the world’s first satellite-enabled animal health intelligence platform that delivers real-time, research-backed data to support livestock management. Designed to support producers across the globe by providing insights into livestock location, behaviour and environmental impact, this technology empowers informed decision making that enhances productivity, sustainability and animal welfare.
  • Registration is now open for the American Feed Industry Association’s (AFIA) annual Pet Food Conference (PFC), happening Jan. 27, 2026, in conjunction with the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta, Ga. This event brings together 500 professionals working in the pet nutrition industry, offering insights into emerging trends, regulatory updates and the latest research.
  • The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) and Feedstuffs named Westway Feed Products’ Houston, Texas, facility, as its 2025 Feed Facility of the Year. This prestigious award is presented annually to a feed facility demonstrating outstanding commitment to quality, safety, productivity, regulatory compliance, employee development and customer relations. Through the Feed Facility of the Year program, the AFIA also raised approximately $11,500 for the Equipment Manufacturers Committee (EMC) scholarship, supporting the development of future leaders in the industry.
  • The 2026 Latin American Poultry Summit is set for Monday, Jan. 26, in Atlanta, Ga., USA. This event will take place in combination with the International Poultry Expo, part of the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), and is co-hosted by the Latin American Poultry Association. The 2026 IPPE will run from Jan. 27-29 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Ga. For more details about the IPPE, visit ippexpo.org, and for information about the Latin American Poultry Summit, go to lacumbreavicolalatinoamericana.org.
  • During their 57th Annual Meeting, the Public Lands Council (PLC) honored two individuals who have made significant contributions to the federal lands ranching community. PLC Secretary and Colorado grazing permittee Robbie LeValley was selected for the 2025 President’s award and Dr. Karen Launchbaugh, a professor at the University of Idaho, was selected as the 2025 Friend of PLC.
  • Alltech is excited to introduce its latest evolution in mycotoxin management: Mycosorb® A+ Evo and Mycosorb® Evo. These new Alltech solutions build on the trusted Mycosorb® portfolio adding even greater efficacy and performance. To learn more about the Mycosorb Evo range, visit alltech.com/mycosorb-evo.
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