The Red Angus Association of America (RAAA) expanded its American Red program, strengthening genetic qualifications and extending enrollment to a broader group of cattle producers.
The association said the updated structure will ensure the continued delivery of high-quality, heat-adapted cattle that will align with modern market demands as well as diverse production environments.
“With a low number of enrollments in the American Red program the way it was originally written, we felt the need to explore another way to promote and expand the program,” said Tony Ballinger, RAAA first vice president and Area 4 director. “By opening the American Red program to Brahman influence, cattlemen have the versatility to use the cross that works best for their operation while still putting their trust in Red Angus.”
To qualify for the program, cattle must be 25-75% Red Angus and 25-75% Bos indicus-influenced (with no more than 25% Brahman), be sired by registered Red Angus or Bos indicus-influenced bulls, and be enrolled through Angus Access or Allied Access.
