Meat Study Submissions Being accepted!

Have you recently had an animal processed? Maybe your customer base is curious about the health benefits of eating Beefalo? We are currently accepting samples to be be tested to update our nutritional facts take a look at this flyer and reach out to Dan Stricker with questions!

Painter- Burnett Award recipiant announced!

Article written and submitted by Dana Camerena(WA)

Jim Zagelow: Pioneering Beefalo Breeder in the Pacific Northwest

Jim Zagelow has been a prominent figure in beefalo breeding community for the last 38 years, playing a significant role in kickstarting numerous breeders’ ventures in the Pacific Northwest. Back in the late 1970s and early 1980s, Jim and his wife, Juanita, were navigating the evolving landscape of cattle farming. They were raising polled Herefords, but the emergence of new cattle breeds prompted them to reconsider their focus. It was during this period of exploration that they stumbled upon a newspaper article discussing beefalo and its touted health benefits.’

Intrigued by the prospect, Jim and Juanita embarked on a quest to incorporate beefalo into their operations. Their journey led them to acquire a beefalo bull named Sampson from a breeder in Cheney, Washington, in 1986. Little did they know, this decision would mark the beginning of Jim’s profound involvement in the beefalo community.

When questioned about his affinity towards beefalo, Jim’s response encompasses both the quality of the meat they produce and the camaraderie within the beefalo community. He has a profound appreciation for the individuals associate with beefalo breeding, from budding enthusiasts eager to delve into breeding to seasoned breeders spanning across the United States. Recalling fond memories, Jim reminisces about the national meetings held in various locations across the country. These gatherings served as an annual highlight for him, providing an invaluable opportunity to reconnect with fellow breeders, exchange insights, and celebrate the shared passion for beefalo breeding.

Jim Zagelow’s commitment to the breed, coupled with his unwavering passion for fostering connections within the industry, exemplifies the spirit of agriculture at its finest. As his legacy continues to unfold, his contributions serve as a testament to the enduring power of a vision and dedication in shaping the local agricultural landscape.

Jim Zagelow’s award was announced at the Annual Membership meeting held in Montgomery Indiana this spring. His plaque was presented to him following the meeting at his home.

We would like to congratulate and thank Mr. Zagelow for all his done for beefalo, whether it was promotion, encouraging new breeders, or supporting the organization, we are grateful!

Thank you to our Show Sponsor!!!

We would like to thank The Rockin Camel Ranch Beefalo for Sponsoring our 2024 Spring Showcase and Sale in Loogootee, IN. Our Show and sale will take place Saturday April 6th at the Martin County Fairgrounds!

You can contact Rockin Camel Ranch Beefalo / Leonard & Priya Muehr

of Conroe, Texas

email: rockincamelranch@gmail.com

Phone:(281)923-8549

Electronic Ballot

Voting for Upcoming Election with this form! ALL VOTES ARE DUE BY APRIL 4TH 2024.

INACTIVE MEMBERS VOTES WILL NOT BE COUNTED, UNLESS INACTIVE STATUS IS AMMENDED PRIOR TO ELECTION. MEMBERS ARE COUNTED AS INACTIVE IF THEY HAVE NOT REGISTERED OR TRANSFERRED AT LEAST TWO ANIMALS IN THE PAST TWO YEARS AND THEIR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES ARE PAID.

Spring Showcase Judge Selected!

Please join us in welcoming PJ Budler! PJ will be our judge for our annual Spring Showcase in Loogootee Indiana on April 6th, 2024. Check him out on Facebook! Or his website https://pjbudler.com/

Corral Articles Wanted!

Do you have an article or advertisement you would like to place in the Corral? Our Corral is getting assembled now and we are looking for some educational articles and or some advertisements for it! Email our Operations at operations.americanbeefalo@gmail.com to send the article or advertisement. Advertisements do have varying costs with different sizes available.

Office Closed

OFFICE CLOSED

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OFFICE CLOSED 〰️

Our Operations Office will be closed from June 14-June 25th 2023 due to vacation. All postage will be sent prior to those dates, email will NOT be answered. You are welcome to contact the Board of Directors with questions.

Spring Showcase & Sale Champions

champion female, exhibited by frosty pine farm, sue & mark guigar

Reserve Champion female, exhibited by Frosty pine farm, sue & Mark guigar

Champion bull, exhibited by broken buckle beefalo, kyle skidmore

Reserve champion bull, exhibited by rockin camel ranch, Leonard muehr

SHOW TIME & SALE TIME!!!!!!!!

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SHOW TIME & SALE TIME!!!!!!!! 〰️

SHOW TIME is SATURDAY MARCH 25,2023 10:00AM

ANNUAL MEETING/DINNER TOMORROW MARCH 24,2023 6:00PM DINNER

MEETING STARTS AT 7:00PM

SALE TIME IS SATURDAY MARCH 25,2023 AT 1:00PM

Spring Showcase & Sale Entry Forms

Please join us for our 2023 Spring Showcase and Sale in Montgomery, Indiana this year! We are offering a Show arranged by age of cattle, as well as an opportunity to purchase animals in a sale. Visit our events page for the specifics of the venue, Gastof Amish Village. You can download the forms HERE You will need to print, fill-in, and mail WITH payment to our Operations Address of 14481 Millersburg Rd. SW, Navarre, OH 44662. Please take note of the due dates and difference in entrance fees. There will be a dinner and you will need to include your dinner ticket request with show entries, if you are just attending the dinner without cattle in the show or sale please fill in the form and mail that to the Operations Address for your reservation. Any questions about our show can be directed to our Operations or the Show Chairman David McCoy. (660) 347-5448
4MFarms@socket.net

Pay for My Meal(s)
pay for entries here!

Increased Fees In effect

As of January 1, 2023 the new fees went into effect, as in the most recent issue of the Corral. Please note you will need to print the forms from the website and send them to the Operations address. All packets should include a Fee Schedule and payment. If you send in monies that total the previous fees you will be invoiced and your work WILL NOT BE completed until the balance is paid in full.

Annual Renewal Invoices will be going into the mail within the month, however if you would like to send them sooner here is the list of the fees. There will also be letters going to Junior Members to verify birthdates.

Lifetime Member Annual Renewal- $30.00

Annual Renewal of Yearly Membership- $60.00

Office Closed 12/24/2022-01/02/2023

In order to enjoy the holidays with family and friends our office will be closed next week from the above listed dates. UC Davis will be closed December 23-26th and December 30-January 2,2023. You are welcome to email us, but there may not be a response. We will also be collecting the mail, however NO WORK will be completed from 12/24/2022-01/02/2023. Our office is located in Ohio and we are experiencing frigid temperatures and blowing snow. Have a joyous holiday and Happy New Year!

Fee for Duplicate/Copies of Lost Registrations

Recently the Board of Directors approved a fee for the printing of Duplicate/copies of Lost registrations. The fee is $10. If you write in or email a request for a duplicate registration the requirement will be a filled in fee schedule along with the payment of $10 (check made payable to ABA) You can find the link to the new Fee Schedule here.