July 2023
2023 NATIONAL CLASSIC, AGM AND FOUNDATION FUNDRAISING AUCTION

August 3-6, 2023 - Ancaster, Ontario
REGISTRY

The herd letter for 2023 is “L”

REMINDER DNA IS NEEDED FOR ALL YOUR SIRES
 
It is your responsibility to ensure the bulls you use for breeding have DNA on file.
 
1)  The progeny from your sires are not eligible to be registered if the required 100K SNP results are not on file.
 
2)  You can access the form to order your DNA requests at www.simmental.com and click on the Registry & Forms tab on the main Home Page. Under the DNA section choose “DNA FORM” - it is a direct link to the form. For your convenience, click here for the LAB TEST/DNA Order Form
 
3)  If you are a CSA member with access to the Online feature you can order your DNA form directly online. The step-by-step instructions can be easily accessed on the website. Under the DNA section choose “DNA Requirements and Online Instructions”  - it is a direct link to the form. For your convenience, click here for the Online Simmental.com Instructions.

Sean McGrath Presented Continuing Service Award

The Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) presented Sean McGrath, Vermilion, Alberta, Canada, a BIF Continuing Service Award July 4 during the group’s annual research symposium in Calgary, Alberta.

Continuing Service Award winners have made major contributions to the BIF organization. This includes serving on the board of directors, speaking at BIF conventions, working on BIF guidelines and other behind-the-scenes activities. As BIF is a volunteer organization, it is this contribution of time and passion for the beef cattle industry that moves BIF forward. Continue Reading
Bruce Holmquist Presented Continuing Service Award

The Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) presented Bruce Holmquist, Kinistino, Saskatchewan, Canada, a BIF Continuing Service Award July 4 during the group’s annual research symposium in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Continuing Service Award winners have made major contributions to the BIF organization. This includes serving on the board of directors, speaking at BIF conventions, working on BIF guidelines and other behind-the-scenes activities. As BIF is a volunteer organization, it is this contribution of time and passion for the beef cattle industry that moves BIF forward. Continue Reading
YOUNG CANADIAN SIMMENTAL ASSOCIATION (YCSA)
Contact Crystal at cfisk@simmental.com
FRIENDS OF CANADIAN SIMMENTAL FOUNDATION
SIMMENTAL COUNTRY
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Check out our events page for a listing of all the upcoming bull sales http://www.simmentalcountry.com
Have any member announcements? Please send to sgiles@simmental.com
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CSA MEMBERS
SIMMENTAL PHOTO OF THE MONTH
This months Simmental photo of the month was submitted by: Richlan Farms, 2023 Heifer Calf out of BLL964G x BLL Master Plan 835F
If you would like to submit a photo for the photo of the month the photos must include the following:
·    Have a Simmental influence
·    A caption or description if you have one
·    All photos submitted maybe used in future Simmental marketing material
 
Please submit all photos to sprice@simmental.com 
CSA OFFICE HOLIDAY CLOSURE DATES
Monday- August 7th- Civic Holiday
Monday- September 4th- Labour Day
Monday- October 9th- Thanksgiving
Monday- December 25th - Christmas
Tuesday - December 26th - in lieu of Remembrance Day