Congrats Millie Moore: The 2025 Angus Foundation University of Illinois scholarship recipient
Joining a list of recipients dating back to 1980s, Angus Australia is pleased to announce Millie Moore from the Fleurieu Peninsula, SA as the 2024 recipient of the University of Illinois scholarship.
Thanks to the Angus Foundation, Millie will spend a semester abroad, studying at the University of Illinois (U of I) and competing as part of either the University’s livestock or meat judging team.
The U of I Scholarship will see Millie immersing herself in college culture and travelling right across the country attending judging competitions, increasing her knowledge of the beef industry and different agricultural production systems, all while developing and honing her own skills.
“I feel incredibly honoured to have been awarded the Angus Foundation University of Illinois Scholarship,” said Millie.
“I am so passionate about our beef industry and to have this recognised by the Angus community is truly significant; I still can’t quite believe I have this opportunity! This scholarship has previously been awarded to many who have gone on to shape our industry, and I am excited to make my own mark.
“The University of Illinois offers a uniquely diverse range of subjects, and I look forward to developing my skills in meat and livestock judging, while also gaining a better understanding of the broader industry in the US, particularly around consumer perceptions, beef quality & markets.”
“We are excited to see what Millie gets up to when she heads over to U of I in 2025,” said Angus Australia’s Jake Phillips.
“Millie’s passion for the beef industry and furthering herself and her skills was really encouraging to see. We look forward to keeping up with her travels during her time abroad and to hear her biggest learnings when she returns.”
Following her scholarship experience, Millie will provide a report of time at U of I, which be available to read in the Angus Australia Bulletin and on the Angus Australia website.
For further information please contact Angus Australia’s Jake Phillips at jake.phillips@angusaustralia.com.au.
About Millie:
Millie grew up on a hobby farm on the Fleurieu Peninsula, SA, which started her love of agriculture. From there, she attended an agricultural high school and went on to complete a Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences in Adelaide, graduating in 2019. Her career kicked off in pasture agronomy and seed sales, but her passion for the beef industry had her take on any chance to get involved, including purchasing a few cattle of her own and helping coach the University of Adelaide Meat Judging Team.
After a trip to North America in 2023, she embarked on her current adventure earlier this year, settling in at Cudlobe Angus, a purebred Black Angus operation. She is enjoying getting more hands-on and having the chance to be involved in the complete operation from sire selection, right through to the Certified Angus Beef meat business.
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