AngusSHOOT-OUT Preview Day: A Celebration of Performance and Progress
The anticipation for the 2025 Neogen World Angus Forum continues to build following a highly successful preview day for the Teys Australia AngusSHOOT-OUT. The event, held at Teys Jindalee Feedlot north of Wagga Wagga New South Wales, offered participants an invaluable opportunity to assess their steers and gain insights into their performance under grain-fed conditions.
320 Angus cattle have been on feed for nearly 100 days and represent almost 30 different properties from Queensland through to Victoria.
These producers from across Australia gathered to see their cattle firsthand, and the sentiment was overwhelmingly positive. Guy Lord, of Branga Plains on the New England Tablelands, highlighted the importance of the competition in benchmarking genetics and understanding feedlot performance. “We’re primarily a grass-fed operation, so entering this competition allows us to see how our cattle perform under grain-fed conditions and assess our genetics against others. It’s a great opportunity to fine-tune our breeding strategies,” he said.
Ben Lucas, another entrant from Book Book, NSW, echoed similar sentiments, noting the importance of receiving comprehensive feedback on his steers. “We often send cattle to the feedlot, but we don’t always get detailed insights into how they perform from start to finish. This competition allows us to track their progress and make informed decisions for our operation,” he shared. The steers have been thriving in the program, consuming approximately 18 kilograms of feed per day and converting efficiently into weight gain, reinforcing the benefits of genetic selection and feedlot management.
Beyond the competition itself, the event showcased the collaboration between industry leaders. Zoetis, a key sponsor, contributed to the success of the competition by providing vital respiratory vaccines to ensure the health and welfare of the cattle. Ben Kidd from Zoetis expressed his enthusiasm for supporting the event, stating, “The Teys AngusSHOOT-OUT is an excellent opportunity for producers to evaluate their cattle in a controlled environment. Ensuring that the animals are protected against respiratory diseases allows them to reach their full genetic potential and perform at their best.”
With the preview day a resounding success, all eyes now turn to the Teys Australia AngusSHOOT-OUT Awards Dinner. This exciting event will celebrate the outstanding achievements of participants, recognising the top-performing cattle based on both feedlot and carcase results. It will be a night of industry camaraderie, reflection, and recognition of the hard work put in by all involved all concluding in an evening of entertainment. Tickets are available for Teys Australia AngusSHOOT-OUT Awards Dinner, so purchase them today!
But the celebrations don’t end there. Attendees can extend their experience by staying on for the rest of the Zoetis AngusEXPO. The EXPO will bring together Angus breeders, industry leaders, and international delegates for a showcase of elite registered Angus cattle, cutting-edge genetics, and invaluable networking opportunities. The event will also feature insightful presentations from industry experts, allowing attendees to gain new perspectives and strategies for enhancing their operations.
Whether you’re competing, spectating, or simply passionate about the Angus breed, the AngusSHOOT-OUT Awards Dinner and the upcoming Neogen World Angus Forum events are set to be unforgettable. The success of the preview day is just a glimpse of what’s to come, and we can’t wait to celebrate the best of Angus genetics and beef production on the world stage.
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