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CONTRIBUTORSPaul Redner, JDA,Farm Foundation,AWA staff, Dr. Michelle Bilderback,Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc,Drovers Cattlenetwork, Cattlefax,

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Free certification ends November 20th

What it means to be BQA certified. The more people out there who are BQA certified, the more we all benefit from healthier cattle. Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) education ensures that diseases are prevented, production practices are enriched and animals are raised healthier for the ultimate in beef consumption.

We’ve partnered with the BQA experts to deliver one of the most trusted and easily accessible certification programs available. These interactive, online modules were created by a team of industry experts; including Dr. Dan Thomson and the Beef Cattle Institute at Kansas State University. Whether you’re a producer, a veterinarian or are working on a cow calf, stocker, feedlot or dairy operation, you can now get BQA certified for FREE.

Visit www.bi-vetmedica.com/species/cattle/training_programs.html for further details on how to sign up for the free certification

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As you may know each year Board of Director positions become available. If you believe you have something to offer in helping the direction of the Breed Association then please consider getting involved. For further information contact the office.

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The 2015 Annual General Meeting of the American Wagyu Association really did raise the roof in Florida. Those fortunate enough to attend were literally bombarded with a most complete look at the technology moving the breed forward as well as a most complete economic assessment of the climate in which these changes are occurring.

We started off with the Annual General Meeting. Members heard from President Ralph Valdez that the state of the organization and the breed were indeed very good. Noting the first World Wagyu Conference as a huge step for the world wide industry, to the new highs in membership and registrations in this country. Ralph also pointed out the specific reduction of registration fees as well as the expansion of the marketing efforts towards the National Western and Houston Livestock Shows. Joe Hoye our breed’s treasurer pointed out the specifics of our financial postition and it’s looking very good. We’ve reach new highs in cash on hand, even though we’ve added support staff, more outreach efforts and a new computer. Well done team!

The organizing committee for this event was headed by Bruce Ekstrom and Bill Dennis. They frankly outdid themselves. Bruce welcomed the board with a dinner at Bill Dennis’s golf and equestrian club. A sort of relaxer before the event. Artisan Wagyu contributed some great Wagyu steaks and we were off with a bang.

We began the program with a welcome from JoAnn Smith, past president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and a former Assistant Secretary of the USDA. Ms Smith certainly set the tone for an upbeat meting. Next followed an in depth look at the state of the Worldwide Cattle industry, by Dr. Andy Gottschalk. This presentation planted the seed for many subsequent discussions among members as to Wagyu’s place in the industry.

All that being said the highlight of the day and perhaps the whole meeting was the trip to Clear Creek Cattle Company for cocktails and dinner. What a party! Bill and Kay Dennis are truly the ultimate hosts with a ranch that is a showplace. I mean, when you have a cattle alley and a squeeze chute that literally shines, with fresh paint, need I say more. But beyond the first class facility and the presentation of Wagyu beef in several different dishes, the graciousness and friendliness of our hosts and their staff left all attending with as very positive attitude to the Wagyu business and life in general.

Day two got into the specifics of the Wagyu breed that are on the forefront of today’s developing market. We opened with a panel discussion on the value of genetics planning to the bottom line, led by Dr. Holly Neibergs of Washington State University. The panel offered attendees some real expertise with Dr. Antonio Calles of Genelink Genetics, our own Dr. Charlie Gaskins,

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Raluca Mateescu of Brazil and the University of Florida, and our link to the genetic world Michael Beattie.

Next on the agenda was a panel covering the latest in reproductive technologies. This panel was moderated by Dr. Jerry Reeves and lead off with an entertaining presentation by Dr. David Grieger of Kansas State, a former student of Dr. Reeves, who gave the audience an overview of the reproductive aspects of our industry and managed to take a humorous shot or two at this former mentor. Also on the panel were Dr. Dar-rell DeGrofft of Colorado Genetics, Dr. James Griffin of Texas A&M and Dr. Gabriel Gomes of Brazil and the University of Florida.

Great Hamburgers for lunch from Crescent Harbor, and other meals were sponsored by members Lone Mountain, Muddy Flats and Jackman Florida.

Dr. Jimmy Horner headed up the first afternoon session with a look on nutrition titled “How to Get More Bang for Your Buck”. The panel consisted of Dr. Kate Jackson animal nutritionist, Dr. Allen Williams President of Livestock Management Consultants and Dr. Max Irsik, University of Florida. They discussed the many varied aspects of feeding to the task at hand pointing out the different needs at different phases of the animals life.

After all that input the final presentation pretty well summed it up “The Carcass: what are we striving for.” Professor Roger Dawkins of Western Australian along with Dr. Steve Smith of Texas A&M and Dr. Dwain Johnson of the University of Florida summarized the reproductive data, the genetic data and the feeding data and discussed the outcome. This discussion evolved nicely into a discussion of the Associations pending trials. Dr. Sherwin Siff and Dr. Smith outlined two Wagyu ”Health Studies” that the Board of Directors has committed to. The short term study has been completed and those results will soon be posted on our home page. The long term study involving both grass and grain fed Wagyu as well as Angus was discussed and will evolve, as we settle on the protocol.

After that last session we had a meat cutting demonstration by Michael Scott of Rosewood Ranches. A fitting summary to a great program.

Of course this was not the end of the conference. The finale was the Awards Dinner, which recognized contributors to the Association over the past year. We also raffled off a Gallagher scale which Jerry Reeves won, and then the contest for the Event buckle, and I’d say it was definitely a contest. Justin Jackman who has purchased past buckles got going with Bruce Ekstrom and when the dust settled Justin walked away with the buckle less $18,000. Thank you Justin.

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Lots of fun and excitement went on at the Primetime in the Sunshine sale. We easily had 100 people present the sale with an additional 118 watching online. The sale turned out great and we have listed the results below and don’t forget about the Mile High Sale in January just visit jdaonline.com/upcomingsales.html. for further information.

Bulls 4 lots Avg: $8,313Females 34 lots Avg: $9,312Pregnancy 1 lot Avg: $11,800Embryos 4 lots Avg: $6,075 Semen 13 lots Avg: $1,513

Auctioneer: Kyle ColyerSale managed by: James Danekas & Associates, Inc.Wagyu World represented by: Sherry Danekas and Mercedes Danekas-Lohse

Tops

Bulls

Lot 4: WSI DAI 2 SANJIROU, born 5/3/2009 and sired by World K’s Michifuku for $10,000 to Carhoon Farms; Waterford, Ireland sold by Wagyu Sekai, Puslinch, ON Canada.

Lot 1X: CHR HIRASHIGE TAYASU 553, born 11/15/2011 and sired by HIRASHIGE TAYASU J 2351 for$9,750 to Blint Farms, Ft Madison, IA sold by Crescent Harbor Ranch, Oak Harbor, WA.

Lot 6: PV CAIN, born 4/21/2014 and sired by JVP KIKUYASU- 400 for $7,500 to Branson Wagyu Cattle, LLC, Weatherford, TX sold by Prime Valley Wagyu, Cutler, IN.

Lot 3: MFC ITORMORITAKA 443B, born 5/21/2014 and sired by MFC ITORMORITAKA 0-14 for $6,000 toFlying Eagle Farms, Vince Berland, Abilene, KS sold by Muddy Flats Cattle Co., Augusta, WI.

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Females

Lot 9: WSI RIKINAMI 2, born 11/26/2008 and sired by ITOSHIGENAMI for $20,000 to Fazenda Engeho Da Rainha, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil sold by Wagyu Sekai, Puslinch, ON Canada.

Lot 14: JC MS TAK 61, born 3/18/2011 and sired by JC TAKAZAKURA 8311 for $14,500 to Trey Towns, Farmerville, LA sold by Diamond T Ranch, Jacksonville, TX.

Lot 12: IWG MS 159, born 8/3/2014 and sired by JUDO for $12,000 to Jim Long, Sugarland, TX sold by Idaho Wagyu Genetics, Soda Springs, ID.

Lot 10: WSI SUZUFUJI 3, born 2/6/2009 and sired by HIRASHIGEHARU for $11,500 to Fazend Engeho Da Rainha, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil sold by Wagyu Sekai Puslinch, ON Canada.

Lot 24: LMR MS SANJIROU 4P 2407Z, born 9/15/2012 and sired by BARR SANJIROU 4P for $11,000 toVirginia Wagyu, Alta Vista, VA sold by Societe De Gestion, Nyon, Switzerland. Lot 33: LMR MS HIRASHIGETAYASU 2451Z, born 11/26/2012 and sired by HIRASHIGETAYASU J2351 for$10,000 to Zen 10 Cattle Co., Ocala, FL sold by Societe De Gestion, Nyon, Switzerland.

Pregnancy

Lot 39 A&B: LMR YOJIMBO X DOW RANCHES 849 pregnancy due October 2015 and spring 2016 for$11,800 to David Whitehead, Kennewick, WA sold by Dow Ranches, Prineville, OR.

Embryo Packages

Lot 45: SHIGEFUKU J1822 X CHR MS KITAGUNI 398 6 Embryos for $11,400 to Ed Traylor, Dutton, ALsold by Crescent Harbor Ranch, Oak Harbor, WA.

Lot 46: TWA KOTSUKARI X AKAMIKO 4 embryos for $6,600 to Kathy Moore, McGregor, TX sold by Rocky Mountain Wagyu, Rexburg, ID.

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Semen Packages

Lot 60: Choice package totaling $40,200

• 60E 10 units of TAMAMARU for $22,000 to Idaho Wagyu Genetics, Soda Springs, ID • 60G 2 units of BIG AL Q502 for $3,200 to Kathy Moore, McGregor, TX • 60C 5 units of JVP KIKUYASU-400 for $3,625 to Clear Creek Cattle Co., Ocala, FL • 60F 5 units of HIKARI for $3,375 to Kathy Moore McGregor, TX • 60A 4 units of JVP HIRATAFUJI 402 for $2,500 to Branson Wagyu Cattle, LLC, Weatherford, TX • 60D 5 units of SHIGEMARU for $2,500 to Raines Farms, Mangham, LA Sold by Whitmore Enterprises, LLC., Bozeman, MT

Lot 59: 10 units of JUDO for $16,000 to Jim Long, Sugarland, TX and sold by Chisholm Cattle Co. Wimberley, TX

Lot 55: 15 units of MICHIYOSHI for $6,750 to Tennessee Wagyu, Franklin, TN and sold by American Wagyu Breeders, LLC., Euart, MI

Lot 48: 4 units of SHIGEFUKU J1822 for $6,400 to Branson Wagyu Cattle LLC, Weatherford, TX and sold by Crescent Harbor, Oak Harbor, WA.

Lot 53: 10 units of TBR SHIGENAMINAMI 3024Z for $3,000 to Vince Berland, Abilene, KS and sold by Tri-angle B Ranch, Stigler, OK

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The Farm Foundation is currently conducting seminars to aid in explaining the details of the Veterinary Feed Directive program. The VFD program is the FDS’s answer to the problem that many elements of our society consider most critical. From An APHIS info sheet dated April 2015 we learn that “Antimicrobial resistance is on of the most serious threats to the health of animals and humans worldwide.” While there is considerable disagreement to that statement that is the premise going into the development of the VFD’s

The Farm Foundation provides objective info for a deeper understanding of issues critical to the future of agriculture, food systems and rural regions. Through this series of seminars they are working with the FDA to introduce these new directives to the business of feeding animals.

While the evidence of resistance buildup is weak the emotion surrounding the issue is very strong. In answer to public pressure the FDA has come up with The Veterinary Feed Directive, which is a collective label for their Requirements for Veterinarians 2015.

To summarize the new rules certain drugs have been labeled as a problem or a potential problem. These are

feed additives. That is antibiotics that are incorporated in animal feed, usually at low levels. These additives can be specifically identified on the website noted below. Incidentally these new regulations don’t cover injectables, so many of us need not be concerned, at least not at this time. If your feed does contain any of the listed drugs you or your feed supplier will need to get a VFD from a vet who will specify the addition of a very specific amount of drug for a specific number of animals for a specific time.

Basically we’re going to do a ”GMP” (Good Manufacturing Practices) regimen on cattle feeding. We’ll have a significant paper trail, with all checkpoints along the way being well documented. If you’re feeding animals you’ll have to get familiar with these changes.

Check www.fda.gov/safefeed for more information

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A very interesting bit of news out of Japan, as the following article indicates. Geographical Indicators (GI) are a relatively new international legal area. They deal in the area of infringement of intellectual property. Foodstuffs classified in this area could be, for instance roquefort cheese, as a product of southwest France.

It might be further noted that Japan had 5 billion yen in beef exports in 2012. They have projected 11.3 billion in 2016 and the goal for 2020 is 25 billion. The application for a Geographical Indicator for Kobe beef is no doubt part of a strategy to achieve that goal.

If a GI is subsequently issued will this affect our members? It would certainly seem that those who market their product using the name Kobe would be very directly impacted. We’ll keep you posted

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THIS REPORT CONTAINS ASSESSMENTS OF COMMODITY AND TRADE ISSUES MADE BYUSDA STAFF AND NOT NECESSARILY STATEMENTS OF OFFICIAL U.S. GOVERNMENTPOLICY

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Report Highlights:On August 21, 2015, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) announced that it hadreceived an application for the establishment of a Kobe Beef Geographical Indication (GI). As KobeBeef is one of the most well-known beef brands in the world, this announcement is not surprising, but it

inclusion of a specific geographic location within GI-protected product names.

Keywords: Geographical Indication, GI, Kobe Beef

Yuichi Hayashi, Agricultural Specialist

Evan Mangino, Agricultural Attaché

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Report Highlights:On August 21, 2015, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) announced that it hadreceived an application for the establishment of a Kobe Beef Geographical Indication (GI). As KobeBeef is one of the most well-known beef brands in the world, this announcement is not surprising, but it

inclusion of a specific geographic location within GI-protected product names.

Keywords: Geographical Indication, GI, Kobe Beef

Yuichi Hayashi, Agricultural Specialist

Evan Mangino, Agricultural Attaché

Trade Policy MonitoringAgriculture in the EconomyAgriculture in the News

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General Information:The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) announced the receipt of the Kobe Beef

ion for the establishment of a Kobe BeefGeographical Indication (GI) on August 21, 2015. The Act for the Protection of DesignatedAgricultural, Forestry and Fishery Products and Foodstuffs (the Act) entered into force in June of thisyear (see GAIN report JA5008 for more information on the Act). According to the Act, MAFF hasinitiated a three-month public comment period and a two-month period during which the general publicmay inspect the content of the application package at the MAFF headquarters in Tokyo.

As Kobe Beef is one of the most globally well-known Japanese agricultural products, it is no surprisethat the Kobe Beef Marketing & Distribution Promotion Association is seeking recognition of itsproduct under the Japanese GI system. The Government of Japan (GOJ) established the GI system toenhance the image, the value, and the export potential of Japanese agricultural brands, including manythat may be well known within Japan but still relatively unknown to the global consumer. While GIsregistered under the Act are not enforceable overseas, MAFF expects that many of the products seekingGI recognition in Japan will use the data collected through the Japanese GI registration process toregister the products for GI recognition in potential overseas export markets.

Kobe Beef is made exclusively from Japanese black wagyu cattle. GOJ is not permitting the

rather than a specific product from a specific geographic location.

The announcement of the Kobe Beef application is currently available online (in Japanese only). MAFFis accepting public comments on the application until November 24, 2015. As of August 31, 2015,producer groups have submitted six applications to register products for GIs under the Act. Postanticipates that Edosaki Kabocha (a pumpkin from Ibaraki Prefecture) and Yubari Melon (fromHokkaido Prefecture) will be the first products to complete the GI registration process in late 2015.

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A Bar N Ranchcontact Cade Nichols 972-978-9296

A to Z Feeders contact Jim Skartvedt 712-243-4515

Agri Beef contact Office 208-338-2500

Imperial Wagyu Beef contact Lawrence Adams 402-426-8512

Jackman Florida Wagyu Beefcontact Mark Hoegh 903-910-9121

Mishima Reserve Wagyu Beefcontact Shane Lindsay 208-941-3793

Morris Stock Farmcontact Joe Morris 806-922-5274

Raines Farm, LLCcontact J.R. Hayden 318-791-9402

* If anyone else is in the market for stocker calves, feeder calves or fats just send us an e-mail with your contact information and we’ll post you to our buyers list. *

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By Dr. Michelle Bilderback, University of Kentucky Extension August 14, 2015 | 9:49 am EDT

BVD disease is one of the most complicated viral diseases in beef and dairy cattle worldwide. Terms associated with BVD such as “cytopathic” vs. “noncytopathic”, “persistent infection” vs. “transient infection”, “types I and II” and “immunosuppression” make understanding this virus a difficult task. However, the results of this disease are very clear-economic losses due to poor performance, loss of milk production, open cows, abortions, calf sickness and death. In order to control this problem, producers must first know if the virus is circulating in their herd. If so, then efforts must be focused on finding those infected individuals, minimizing their harmful effects and eliminating them from the herd at the right time. If the herd is free of BVD virus, then it is of the utmost importance to keep the virus out and minimize losses if it is accidentally introduced.

A basic understanding of the disease is essential to finding the appropriate strategy for your farm. The virus is picked up by a cow or calf by breathing it in (inhalation) or swallowing (ingesting) the organism.

The virus can survive in the environment up to 7 days and may be brought in on trucks, tractors, boots, gloves or carried in by wild animals. It can also travel in the air, including across fences from a neighboring farm. However the most important source of the virus is a cow or calf already infected with BVD. Once exposed, what happens next depends on the immune system of the cow or calf (vaccination status), aggressiveness (“virulence”) of that strain of virus, and the overall stress level present in the herd. Symptoms of disease range from a mild fever to severe diarrhea and death.

Clinical signs of acute BVD (also known as “Transient” or “Primary” BVD) disease in calves 3-12 months old may include:

•Fever•Diarrhea•Unthrifty/Rough hair coat (calf looks “wormy”)•Coughing•Lameness•Ulcers in the mouth (slobbering)•Hemorrhage (bleeding) and death

Perhaps the most important symptom of BVD virus in calves is one we cannot see-immunosuppression. The virus actually keeps the calf ’s immune system from functioning properly so other infectious diseases such as pneumonia and calf scours are much more severe and often lead to death.

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Clinical signs in cows are generally mild and seldom noticed but the infection causes serious consequences if it occurs during breeding season or early pregnancy (1st and 2nd trimesters). Reproductive effects of the BVD virus include:

•Failure to Conceive•Early Embryonic Loss (Long time to return to heat)•Abortion (up to 6 months)•Mummified Fetuses 6•Developmental Defects or “Dummy Calves”•Calves with eye defects such as cataracts and retinal degeneration•From 180 days on, a normal calf is produced.

The most important consequence occurs if the cow is infected with the BVD virus between 42-125 days of gestation. In this short window of time, the unborn calf contracts the virus and is never able to get rid of it for the rest of its life. When this calf is born, it is “persistently infected” or a “PI” calf.

The “PI” animals are the reason BVD disease continues. They are the primary source of virus transmission because they shed an extremely high number of virus particles throughout their lives. A PI animal is a virus factory, producing millions of virus particles in all body secretions including feces, urine, saliva, nasal discharge, milk, semen, uterine secretions, and aborted membranes. These contaminated body

fluids are deposited on the grass, in ponds, watering troughs, feed troughs-virtually everywhere the animal goes. Although it is often assumed that PI calves are stunted, will grow poorly and usually die young, some are absolutely normal and will survive well into adult-hood and have calves. Unfortunately, if a PI female gets pregnant, her offspring will be a PI calf 100% of the time. This is important because if one PI calf is out in the pasture constantly shedding virus during breeding season, many (if not all) of the cows will be exposed during the highest risk time.

For more information or to see the original article visit www.cattlenetwork.com/disease-diagnostics/bovine-viral-diarrhea-virus-my-herd-risk?ss=disease_diagnostics

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DATES TO REMEMBER

2015 NWSS Entry Deadline Oct. 31

2016 National Western Stock Show Jan. 18-23Mile High Wagu Experience Jan. 20 Denver, CONCBA Trade Show - San Diego, CA Jan. 27-29Texas Wagyu Association April 22Steaks are High sale April 23Designer Wagyu - Waukesha WI Aug. 06 Prime Time International Sale

WAGYU EVENT

The annual TWA meeting is scheduled for Friday, April 22, 2016 at Tenroc Ranch. Make your plans to attend and participate in shaping Wagyu history. Of course, we always have plenty of Texas hospitality to share and we have some new things scheduled for your taste buds. The Seventh Annual Steaks Are High sale is scheduled for Saturday, April 23rd.

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STEER172-176 174-180 189-194 189-194 176-180 190-195183-187 190-196 201-206 203-208 189-193 204-209189-194 193-198 204-210 209-215 193-198 210-216193-200 200-207 213-222 220-229 197-204 221-230205-215 212-235 224-235 234-245 207-217 235-246228-240 230-248 259-271 258-270 230-242 259-271HEIFER168-174 170-176 182-187 194-199 171-175 194-199173-178 182-189 186-192 199-205 185-190 200-206178-185 185-193 191-200 206-215 186-193 207-216183-193 185-200 202-213 215-226 185-195 216-227198-210 205-222 221-233 225-237 199-211 226-238COWS74-80 77-87 80-90 74-84 78-86 73-8372-78 70-86 77-87 70-80 74-79 71-81100-106 99-108 102-112 101-111 100-106 100-110

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West — Feeder cattle prices were mostly $1 to $3 higher. Calf prices were mostly $1 to $5 higher. Slaughter cow prices were steady to $4 higher. — Chad Spearman

Southeast — Feeder cattle prices ranged from steady to $7 higher for the week. Calves were from steady to $7 higher as well. Market cows were from $2 higher to $4 lower. — Troy Applehans

Central — Feeder cattle ranged from steady to $3 higher for the week. Calves were from steady to $10 higher. Market cows were steady to $4 lower. — Troy Applehans

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