Mark Pilcher of Gear Farm, Zennor is an Aberdeen-Angus breeder who has recently been recognised for some great work in the world of beef production at the 2017 Cornwall Farm Business Awards, which are sponsored by Addington Fund. Mark was selected as part of a shortlist of three people to be named as Best Beef Farmer, thanks to his …
Mark Pilcher of Gear Farm, Zennor is an Aberdeen-Angus breeder who has recently been recognised for some great work in the world of beef production at the 2017 Cornwall Farm Business Awards, which are sponsored by Addington Fund. Mark was selected as part of a shortlist of three people to be named as Best Beef Farmer, thanks to his …
World Angus Forum 2017: Case study – Tierraleja Aberdeen-Angus, Colombia
World Angus Forum 2017: Case study – Tierraleja Aberdeen-Angus, Colombia
When the time for the World Angus Forum comes around every four years, it attracts delegates and breeders from far and wide. This year’s Forum in the United Kingdom is no different, with confirmed attendees from Australasia, North and South America, Asia and all over Europe. One of those attendees is Antonio Pineros who runs the Tierraleja Aberdeen-Angus herd in …
Youth teams announced for World Angus Forum 2017
Youth teams announced for World Angus Forum 2017
The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society and the World Angus Forum committee are delighted to announce the two teams for this year’s World Angus Forum youth programme. After careful selection, the following young members have been chosen Andrew Adam, Hannah Baldwin, Brandon Brockett, Shane Healy, John McCulloch, Ruth Perry, Calum Smith, Gemma Wark President Alex Sanger said “we were very pleased …
Successful Aberdeen-Angus breeding system from Germany to Eastern-Europe
Successful Aberdeen-Angus breeding system from Germany to Eastern-Europe
The awareness of our breed for the value of our food is continually changing, something that is seen across the world. It’s no longer only the ‑ final product “food” that will be critically questioned by the consumer, but also the production of our food.” says Samuel Widmer, CEO of ANGUS Group. In this context the European beef market is …