American Gelbvieh Association Launches New Website Redesign

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www.www.gelbvieh.org – New design, updated content, enhanced features

The American Gelbvieh Association recently launched the much-anticipated redesign of their website, www.www.gelbvieh.org. The new design features a modern look, ease of navigation and updated content.

“We are very excited to launch the redesign of the American Gelbvieh Association’s website. The site was designed to be multi-purpose and to serve the needs of members, commercial customers and people seeking more information about Gelbvieh,” said Frank Padilla, American Gelbvieh Association director of breed promotion. “We understand that members and commercial cattlemen are coming to rely on the Internet for their news and to conduct business. Whether looking for an upcoming sale or event, locating a Gelbvieh breeder in your area, searching for animal pedigree and EPD information, or wanting more information on the Gelbvieh breed, this site is a resource for members and commercial cattlemen alike.”

The site has many enhanced features from the previous site including a calendar for upcoming sales and events as well as sale listings for replacement females, bulls and feeder cattle notes Jennifer Scharpe, the association’s director of communications.

The AGA’s free listing exchange service is a current listing of Gelbvieh influenced feeder cattle, females and bulls for sale by members across the country. The listing includes seller contact information and a brief description of the animals including number and age range, color, breed description, photos and other information. Members and commercial cattlemen with Gelbvieh-influenced feeder cattle, bulls or females for sale can post their listing on the website free of charge or contact Padilla at 303-465-2333 for assistance.

Additionally, the “Places to Be” calendar has dates and information on upcoming sales, shows, junior activities and state association field days.

The website’s “Search for an animal” and “Find a breeder” features link directly to the Gelbvieh association’s registry database with online search capabilities.

“This system provides an up to date listing of animals in the Gelbvieh database including pedigrees, current EPDs and progeny reports, said Susan Willmon, AGA director of breed improvement. “Members and cattlemen can also search for animals using minimum and maximum EPD values and accuracies which will assist in locating genetics to fit any breeding program.”

For more information about the American Gelbvieh Association or the website, visit www.www.gelbvieh.org and send us your comments.

Bob Hart Receives Gelbvieh Association Member of the Year

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Bob Hart, Kansas City, Kan., has been named the 2011 American Gelbvieh Association Member of the Year. Hart was recognized during the 2011 AGA annual convention, held January 7-8 in Denver, Colo.

Every year the AGA honors an outstanding member who gives their time, talent and dedication to further the improvement of their state and national association. Nominated by the Heart of America Gelbvieh Association (HAGA), Hart is a distinguished recipient of this award.

Owner of Hart Farm Gelbvieh located within the Kansas City area, Hart has built a small, but progressive Gelbvieh herd.

“Since 1996, we have concentrated on breeding the best red genetics our breed has to offer. We’ve selected our females carefully and used the breed’s top A.I. sires,” comments Hart.

Fellow HAGA member Mike Shrewsbury describes the Hart farm’s genetic program as powerful red cattle that would make anyone proud to own. “Hart Farm Gelbvieh has produced several A.I. sires and donor quality females as well as show heifer prospects. These cattle are his pride and joy and it shows when you talk to him about Gelbvieh.”

When Hart is not at the farm or promoting Gelbvieh, he can be found at his advertising agency, the Hart Agency located in Fairway, Kan. He uses his career in advertising to benefit the HAGA. Bob develops state customer ads for the breeder directory, and edits and publishes the directory. Additionally, he edits and publishes the HAGA state paper, Golden Cattle News. He has served as the HAGA secretary/treasurer for six years, co-chairman for the HAGA state sale, and carries out the state association’s advertising plan.

An avid supporter of youth, Bob often attends the American Gelbvieh Junior Association regional shows and Junior Classic to support Gelbvieh juniors. He gives generously to sponsor meals or awards for state and national junior events. Recently, Hart was elected to his first term on the AGA Board of Directors.

“It’s very easy to see the example that Bob sets towards others in leadership through service. His countless hours of work and promotion have no doubt left a long-lasting impact on Gelbvieh throughout Missouri and the surrounding states,” says Dana Stewart, AGA director of member services.

Outside of the Gelbvieh breed, Bob is a member of the Kansas Livestock Association and a supporter of Wyandotte County 4-H and its annual auction. He is also a member of the Arabian Horse Association and the Kansas City Direct Marketing Association, among many others.