Ecuador NATional Brahman Show - Guayaquil, EcuadoR

The Ecuadorian National Brahman Show was held October 13, in Guayaquil, Ecuador. The show was extremely successful with 140 entries. ABBA approved judge, Dr. Joe Paschal, selected MC Emi 63-9 as Senior and Grand Champion Cow which was owned and bred by Peter Bohman. AGLG Ramona 21 was awarded both Intermediate and Reserve Grand Champion Cow, and was owned and bred by the Tabacchi brothers. The honor of Grand Champion Bull went to GZ Mr. Chente 192-10 owned and bred by Gruber Zambrano, and MC Chandra 45-1, owned and bred by Peter Bohman, was named both Calf and Reserve Grand Champion Bull.

Posted Nov. 7

Grand Champion Female
MC Emi 63-9 owned by Peter Bohman

REserve GranD Champion Female
  AGLG Ramona 21 owned by Tabacchi Brothers

Grand Champion Bull
GZ Mr. Chente 192-10 owned by Gruber Zambrano

REserve GrAnd Champion Bull
 MC Chandra 45-1 owned by Peter Bohman

65th NATional Cebu Show - bogota, Colombia

The ABBA's Recording Secretary, Armelinda Ibarra, led a U.S. delegation to Bogota, Colombia to attend the 65th National Cebu Show hosted by the Colombian Cebu Association (ASOCEBU) July 19-26, 2012. The delegation included Dr. David Riley of Texas A&M University, Lana Jo Forgason-Stanley of J.D. Hudgins Inc.-Forgason Division and Shirley Acedo of Tuscany Farms.

This was Colombia’s first split show on a National level and was judged by a panel of three judges: Fabio Jaramillo, Cesar Payan and Wilson Munoz.  There were a total of 459 Brahman females and 162 Brahman bulls exhibited. Nearly all of the show’s division champions in both the red and grey shows were out of U.S. genetics. The ABBA was proud to present Grand Champion awards and Premier Breeder Awards to both red and grey Brahman breeders. Congratulations to ASOCEBU for hosting a spectacular show!  

Premier Grey Breeder & Exhibitor
Jaime Maroso Pontiguia, Hacienda La Vittoriana, Monteria (Cordoba)

Premier Red Breeder & Exhibitor
  Luis Fernando Cadavid, Agropecuaria Francia y Lusitania, Monteria (Cordoba)

Posted Aug 22

ABBA Hosts 2nd Annual Festival Ganadero,ConductS EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS - Yopal, Casanare, Colombia

After the 65th National Cebu Show in Bogota, Colombia, a delegation of ABBA members flew from Bogota to Yopal to host the 2nd Festival Ganadero and two Educational Seminars. The group was welcomed by President of ASOPROLPAZ, Margarita Restrepo, and Brahman producer, Gerardo Ariza, upon arrival. Everyone travelled by car to Paz de Ariporo where the 2nd Festival Ganadero was to take place. The following morning about 100 local cattlemen gathered to attend the day long event which began with a milking competition including three local producers. All participants were awarded ABBA bandanas and souvenirs.

The program kicked off with a warm welcome from Department of Casanare Secretary of Agriculture, Armando Camargo. Mr. Hugo Roberto Huertas, representative of FEDEGAN, and was followed by a presentation on the importance of uniting and working together for the improvement of beef and milk production in the region. The ABBA’s Recording Secretary, Armelinda Ibarra, also welcomed attendees on behalf of the American Brahman Breeders Association, and conducted an overview of the ABBA and its services. After her presentation, Armelinda presented Dr. David Riley,  who also gave his presentation in Spanish on two advantages of utilizing Brahman genetics, “Adaptation to Conditions in the Tropics” and “Hybrid Vigor When Crossing With Brahmans.”

With the excitement of having a family member of the J.D. Hudgins, Inc., present at the seminar, Lana Jo Forgason-Stanley was asked to give an impromptu presentation on the early importations of cattle into the U.S. and the development of the American Brahman, as well as to discuss her connection with J.D. Hudgins, Inc. She was also asked about the acquisition of the “Manso” bull. Shirley Acedo of Tuscany Farms was also asked to give a brief presentation on her 23 years of experience in working in the dairy business.

Many questions followed, with the majority of questions in the area of milk production and basic cattle management practices. A typical llanero style lunch, sponsored by the ABBA, was served after presentations were given. During the meal, the local school band performed several typical Colombian and American melodys followed by a folkloric dance performance. That evening everyone traveled via bus to a nearby ranch owned by Mr. Giovanni Roa Chaparror. Mr. Roa and his family welcomed everyone, gave a brief history of their ranch and rotation system, which was followed by an evening meal.

The program continued the next day in Hato Corozal, where the ABBA hosted the second educational program at a ranch where a new group of about 90 local producers gathered. The mayor of the nearby city and several other city officials were present to give a welcome address. The ABBA presentations followed, with many questions and discussions regarding management practices and crossbreeding for dual purpose production. That evening, the U.S. delegation traveled to tour the Arauca River which borders the departments of Hato Corozal and Arauca. They also visited a nearby horse and cattle ranch owned by Nelson Gacharna.

On the final day, the delegation traveled back to Yopal to host the third round of presentations at the ranch of Mr. Roberto Valenzuela. There were about 45 cattlemen in attendance from the Yopal and Bogota areas including Mr. Diego Zambrano, Technical Director of ASOCEBU. After a steak lunch, Mr. Valenzuela gave a presentation of his cattle and breeding program. He presented a great herd of cattle consisting of a U.S. semen and embryos base. That evening the group travelled to the Yopal Airport for flight to Bogota and then to board a midnight flight to the U.S.

Posted Aug 22

XVI World Brahman Congress - Panama City, Panama

The XVI World Brahman Congress was held July 1 – 8, 2012 in Panama City, Panama. A week of collaboration amongst the world’s Brahman enthusiasts was the groundwork for this premier international event, which also featured Brahman-based scientific conferences, a two day cattle show, welcome and closing celebrations and tourist visits to local ranches and the Panama Canal. A 96 member delegation representing the American Brahman Breeders Association (ABBA) attended the week-long event.

Not only did the World Brahman Congress provide a forum for American breeders to promote and  market their herds on an international level, it was also a triumph to American Brahman genetics, as each of the show champions in both the red and grey divisions, were sired by ABBA registered bulls.

The ABBA is proud to be able to aid its members in the worldwide dissemination and distribution of top quality genetics that are capable of producing champions globally. Not only do these genetics stand out in the show ring, they are also the basis for the American Brahman’s success in tropic and sub-tropic climates, and for their No. 1 rank in feed efficiency, heat tolerance and hybrid vigor.

The World Brahman Congress is a great opportunity for American breeders to experience the value of Brahman cattle across the globe as well as to become acquainted with other international Brahman breeders and potential clients. If you were unable to attend this year’s event, the next World Brahman Congress will be held in September of 2014 in South Africa.

Grand Champion Grey Bull
HCC Neptuno Manso 897/9 sired by JDH Mr. Echo Manso 237/1

Grand Champion Grey Female
FDH Yoselyn 025/9 sired by (=) JDH Westin Manso 89/1

Grand Champion Red Bull
Mr. Dupy 298/9 sired by BB Bronson 299/3

Grand Champion Red Female
Miss Tole 184 sired by +Mr. Winchester Magnum 999

XLIX National Cebu Show - Villahermosa, Mexico

The Asociacion Mexicana De Criadores De Cebu (AMCC) hosted their XLIX National Cebu Show April 26 to May 6, 2012 in the beautiful city of Villahermosa, Tabasco, Mexico. The show drew over 650 Zebu cattle to the state of Tabasco. The Brahman show was the largest cattle show with 140 Brahman females and 170 Brahman bulls representing several ranches from across Mexico. The Brahman cattle were judged by Mr. Wilson Munoz of Colombia. ABBA members, Dinah Weil of HK Cattle and Lana Jo Forgason representing J.D. Hudgins Inc. and Forgason Cattle Co. traveled with ABBA Recording Secretary, Armelinda Ibarra to attend this three day event. The ABBA awarded Grand Champion trophies to the following cattle who dominated the show:

Grand Champion Grey Bull
RAB.-MR. VOPOSO BERING sired by JDH Mr. Amos Manso
Owners: Rafael Abarca, Desarrollo Agropecuario Coposo SPR De RL CV of Veracruz, Mexico

Grand Champion Grey Female
HPE.-MISS TABASCO WOODSON sired by JDH Woodson De Manso
Owners: Hermanos Pelaez Escamilla, Rancho El Porvenir of Tabasco, Mexico

Grand Champion REd Bull
CAPM.-EL VARON ROJO sired by VL Rojo Designer 10/9
Owners: Constantino Alonso Perez Mari, Rancho El Guatope of Tabasco, Mexico

Grand Champion Red Female
HPE.-MISS TABASCO DESIGNER sired by VL Rojo Bravo 6/125
Owners: Hermanos Pelaez Escamilla, Rancho El Porvenir of Tabasco, Mexico

8th SUT Cattle Show and Exhibition

The 8th SUT Cattle Show and Exhibition was held at Suranaree University of Technology, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand January 27-29, 2012. The ABBA supported this show by sending ABBA judge, Milton Charanza to evaluate cattle. Several other breeds were shown including F-1 Chalorais, F-1 Wagyu, F-1 Brahman, F-1 Angus and purebred Brahman cattle. Brahmans were the highlight, with many cattlemen intensely watching the two day Brahman show.  There were a total of 59 Brahman females and 30 Brahman bulls.  Other than cattle shows, there were several exciting activities promoting beef cattle including a beef cattle business plan competition, beef cattle conference, and a BBQ cook-off. The show ended with a Cowboy Night Party with 500 cattlemen in attendance.

Grand Champion Bull
SK 511 sired by JDH Woodson De Manso 206/7
Owner: IT Farm 2008

Reserve Grand Champion Bull
VT Commando 606/2 sired by HK Passport 777
Owner: MithMuaklek Farm

Grand Champion Female
SK 648 sired by JDH Duke De Manso 695/7
Owner: IT Farm 2008

Reserve Grand Champion Female
TR 111 sired by JDH Woodson De Manso 206/7
Owner: Samarm Farm Grand

WORLD BRAHMAN CONGRESS

The World Brahman Congress was established to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and information between breeders and users of the Brahman breed, to enhance the position of Brahman cattle on a world wide spectrum, and to strengthen the relationships that exist between Brahman breeders throughout the world. 

World Brahman Congresses are established at the annual meeting of the World Brahman Federation at which time member countries have an opportunity to submit a proposal to host this event in the future. The history of the WBC is as follows:

The World Brahman Federation is the global organization that is comprised of Brahman associations from member countries. The objectives of this organization are:

• To preserve, imporve and enhance the status of the Brahman breed around the world.
• To foster better relations between member associations.
• To promote the Brahman breed and its use in all areas of the world.
• To provide a forum for establishing host countries for future World Brahman Congresses.
• To exchange scientific and technical information among all members.

United States Livestock Genetic Export, Inc.

U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc. (USLGE) is a nationwide, livestock specific, industry-wide, nonprofit corporation designed to represent the international market development interests of the U.S. livestock and livestock genetics industry. USLGE was formed to represent the interest of all facets of the livestock industry in such a way as to achieve maximum marketing efficiency from the resources available for foreign market development.

USLGE was incorporated in October 1993, under the nonprofit statutes of the State of Missouri – the state where the headquarters are located.

USLGE’s membership is open to all segments of the U.S. livestock industry. Present membership included the nationwide market development representation of all seven U.S. dairy cattle breeds; representation of the National Association of Animal Breeders; representation of the American Embryo Transfer Association; nationwide representation of the American Quarter Horse Association, American Paint Horse Association, and the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association; nationwide representation of the American Simmental Association, American Brahman Breeders Association, Senepol Cattle Breeders Association, and Beefmaster Breeders United. In addition to the nationwide representation of the livestock industry, USLGE represents individual state livestock interests for the following state departments of agriculture: Florida, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, North Dakota, Illinois, Texas, Wisconsin, Virginia, Vermont, Oklahoma, Kentucky and through state regional trade group member WUSATA (Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming). Members pay annual membership dues which funds for the administration, coordination and implementation of its market development activities.

Services provided by USLGE include dissemination of market information, coordination of activities among members, assistance in determining the best market prospects and strategies to address export opportunities, a unified voice in the development and revisions of animal health protocols, a unified voice on trade policy and U.S. government export credit programs. USLGE coordinated with FAS on the submission of a unified industry-wide marketing plan, handles communication on administrative and financial matters, provides for industry program evaluations and handles reimbursement claims.

The ABBA has been a member of USLGE since September 1996. USLGE has facilitated the funding of FAS funds for many international projects and activities for ABBA and continues to assist us in determining the best marketing prospects and strategies for foreign market development.

This is an excellent program for individual breeders that have an interest in promoting their international marketing efforts.

Click here to download the FAS proposal.

Members can request a complete copy of the USLGE FY2012 Market Access Program Application and Guidelines, from U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc., 413 N. Broadway, Suite C, Salem, IL 62881, Phone: (618) 548-9154, Fax: (618) 548-9709,
Email: uslge@uslge.org