Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society launches new Dairy Beef Index to support improved sire selection The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society has launched a new Dairy Beef Index to help dairy farmers pick the right genetics by identifying Aberdeen-Angus sires suited to maximising dairy cow performance alongside the commercial potential of the calf. It is the first dedicated index of its kind to be …
Appointment of new JVP
Appointment of new JVP
The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Seonaid McLaren as Junior Vice President following a Council vote at Thursday’s Council meeting. Seonaid succeeds Wanda Tilson, who has stepped down from the role. She currently serves as chair of the Society’s marketing committee and brings extensive experience through her longstanding involvement with the Youth Development Programme (YDP), …
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JET-PROPELLED TRADE AT STIRLING AS CHAMPION EQUALS SALE RECORD
JET-PROPELLED TRADE AT STIRLING AS CHAMPION EQUALS SALE RECORD
A flying trade prevailed at the February Stirling Aberdeen-Angus Bull Sale held at Stirling on 2 February 2026, with buyers showing strong confidence in a well-presented offering of performance-bred bulls on a sale day to remember for the breed. A total of 101 bulls were forward, with 83 finding new homes, resulting in a solid 82% clearance. Bulls returned an …
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Black Gold Sale Catalogue
Black Gold Sale Catalogue
Introduction From Mark Wattie Welcome to the inaugural Black Gold select sale. I believe there’s a real opportunity in the market for an elite female sale and holding it here in the north-east of Scotland—the birthplace of the Aberdeen-Angus breed—feels absolutely right. The selection process has been rigorous. I’ve visited the majority of herds personally to handpick the best heifers, …
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Regional Youth Development Programme Coordinator Role
Regional Youth Development Programme Coordinator Role
Vacancies: Regional Co-ordinators for the Aberdeen-Angus Youth Development Programme Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society Youth Development Programme – Mission Statement: “Encourage and inspire young people to safely and confidently enter the world of cattle husbandry through education, encouragement and participation” Role Description: Regional YDP Coordinators As part of their activities, the Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society feels it is essential to support and encourage …