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The Brahman Bulletin February 21, 2025

March 27th, 2025 
by Chloe Grimm

 

THE BRAHMAN BULLETIN

From the office of the American Brahman Breeders Association

February 21, 2025

Stay in the Know

Stay Informed with ABBA’s New Email Subscription Options!

The American Brahman Breeders Association is excited to introduce four new email subscription options designed to keep you informed and engaged with the topics that matter most to you! Whether you’re passionate about Show Results, Junior Programs, F1 Advantages, or International Brahman News, we’ve got you covered.

The Show Report – Stay up to date with the latest show results, highlights, and industry insights from Brahman events across the country.

The F1 Advantage – Learn more about the unmatched benefits of Brahman F1 cattle, market trends, current happenings in the commercial industry, and breeder success stories.

The AJBA Voice – A must-have for junior members and supporters, featuring upcoming events, leadership opportunities, and youth achievements.

The Brahman International Connection – Dive into global Brahman news, export opportunities, and international industry developments.

Sign up for the emails that interest you most and never miss an update! Stay tuned for more details on how to subscribe.

Registrations & Transfers Updates

If you are mailing something certified, please email us the tracking number so we can ensure timely pickup at the post office. The postal system is inconsistent about leaving pickup slips in our box for certified mail.

Haven’t received your papers? Consider the following:

  • Was the calf registered or transferred into your name?
  • Was the registration or transfer paid for?
  • Is your address correct in our system?
  • If you’ve been waiting longer than usual, don’t wait until the last minute to check on your paperwork.
  • Overnight and 2-day shipments will incur additional fees!

Picking Up Papers In-Office?

If you plan to pick up your papers in person, please notify us in advance so we have time to print them.

Houston is Around the Corner!

Make sure you are communicating with the Registrations and DNA department to complete any Houston needs. Don’t wait until the last minute!

DNA Resources

Don’t forget, we have a DNA Protocol Step-by-Step Guide available on our website to walk you through the process with ease. This guide provides clear instructions to ensure your DNA testing is completed correctly and efficiently.

Click here to access the guide and visit our website for other useful resources.

Advancing Brahman Research: Exploring Genetics, Fertility, and Productivity

Ongoing research across multiple universities is driving advancements in Brahman cattle genetics, fertility, and overall productivity. Studies are underway to identify key traits that impact efficiency, docility, and economic outcomes within the breed.

At Texas A&M University, researchers are examining the relationship between female reproductive efficiency and profitability (Herring), utilizing exit velocities as an objective measure of docility (Daigle), and identifying early fertility markers in Brahman bulls (Perry).

Beyond Texas, additional institutions are making significant contributions. At the University of Tennessee, Dr. Zoca is studying factors influencing bull fertility. The University of Florida is exploring genetic resistance to horn flies (Rezende), while researchers at the University of Missouri (A.J./Decker) are refining fertility phenotypes to improve reproductive efficiency.

In addition to these ongoing projects, researchers are also collaborating on emerging studies involving heterosis, genetic markers, and breed characterization. These include:

  • USMARC/Texas A&M Beeville – Heterosis studies and the Germplasm Evaluation (GPE) project.
  • University of Tennessee (Troy Rowan) – Investigating molecular heterosis and gene expressions.
  • University of Florida (Raluca Mateescu) – Updating the genetic tenderness panel, marbling markers, and fatty acid profiles of Brahman beef.
  • Texas A&M (Clare Gill) – Exploring genetic variation underlying horned and polled phenotypes.
  • USDA National Germplasm Bank – Characterizing and preserving Brahman genetic diversity.
  • University of Florida & Texas A&M – Developing and genetically characterizing early-fertility Brahman cattle.

These collaborative efforts continue to push the boundaries of Brahman research, ensuring the breed’s long-term success and sustainability in the cattle industry.

ABBA Travels To Guadalajara For USCGE Conference

ABBA was proudly represented at the recent U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc. (USLGE) Annual Membership Meeting in Guadalajara, Mexico, by Paul Maulsby and Iridiana Ibarra. USLGE is a nonprofit, nationwide trade association that unites a broad base of U.S. livestock organizations, representing the international marketing interests of the dairy, beef, swine, horse, goat, and sheep breeding industries. Their mission is to better serve world markets with superior livestock genetics from leading, progressive U.S. breeders. 

 

Through its programs, USLGE provides valuable resources for genetic improvement, breed promotion, and export facilitation. One such initiative is the Market Access Program (MAP) Branded Program, which offers partial reimbursement (up to 50%) for approved international marketing activities, including advertising, promotional material development, and participation in foreign trade shows and exhibitions. This support enables U.S. breeders to effectively promote their livestock genetics in global markets.

 

ABBA’s active participation in USLGE strengthens our international reach, supports our breeders in accessing and expanding into global markets, and enhances opportunities for promotional events and travel abroad. By collaborating with USLGE, we ensure that our members benefit from the collective resources and programs designed to promote U.S. livestock genetics worldwide.

International Brahman Show & Annual Membership Meeting

We are thrilled to invite all our members, breeders, and Brahman enthusiasts to one of the most anticipated events of the year—the 2025 International Brahman Show!

Mark your calendars for March 3–March 8, 2025, as we return to the iconic green shavings of the NRG Center in Houston, TX. This week promises excitement, top-quality Brahman cattle, and the chance to connect with breeders from around the world.

The Annual Membership Meeting will also take place during this time, providing valuable updates on ABBA initiatives and an opportunity to engage with fellow members and industry leaders.

We will be releasing information about the sale catalog once it is complete, so stay tuned for further details.

Click here to view the full schedule and learn more. We look forward to seeing you in Houston!

ABBA Reminders

You can find the ABBA Rules and Show Rules for all ABBA sanctioned shows HERE.

The Digital Beef User Manual is a great tool to use when registering, transferring, paying, etc. on Digital Beef. You can find the manual HERE.

Click HERE to be directed to our Forms page, where you’ll find useful resources such as registration applications, transfer forms, correction request forms, and more.

Brahman Merchandise

Stock up on your favorite gear and show your support with our latest merchandise! From apparel to accessories, we have everything you need to represent in style. Don’t miss out—shop now and get your hands on these exclusive items before they’re gone!

Shop Brahman merch HERE!

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