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Registration Open for 55th Annual American Gelbvieh Association National Convention

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LINCOLN, Neb. – Registration is open for the 55th Annual American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) National Convention to be held December 3-5, 2025, at the Margaritaville Hotel Nashville in Nashville, Tennessee.

The convention will feature annual AGA committee meetings, the attendees’ favorite Bull Pen Session, Cattlemen’s Profit Roundup educational symposium featuring industry-leading speakers and breakout sessions, and the annual awards banquet honoring individuals for their outstanding contributions to the breed.

AGA members are encouraged to attend and exercise their right to vote at the AGA Annual Meeting, held on December 5, 2025. During the meeting, the election of five members to the AGA Board of Directors will take place, along with other important association business.

The AGA and American Gelbvieh Foundation (AGF) will host an evening awards banquet on December 4, 2025, to celebrate the achievements of the membership and customers. Awards will be presented to the newest AGA Hall of Fame inductee, Breeder of the Year, and Commercial Producer of the Year.

“The AGA National Convention is the highlight of the year for our members, staff, and partners. It provides an opportunity to learn, network, and be involved in the business that shapes the AGA’s future,” said Harold Bertz, AGA Executive Director. “We look forward to seeing everyone in Nashville, Tennessee!”

Continue to read Gelbvieh World and watch the AGA Facebook and Instagram pages for convention news and speaker announcements. Register before November 1, 2025, to reserve early bird pricing and reserve your hotel room at Gelbvieh.org/membership/coming-events/convention-2. For questions regarding the event, please contact the AGA office at (303) 465-2333 or email info@gelbvieh.org.

The American Gelbvieh Association is a progressive beef cattle breed association representing 1,100 members and approximately 40,000 cows assessed annually in a performance-oriented total herd reporting system. 

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Underwood Returns to the American Gelbvieh Association

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LINCOLN, Neb. — The American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) is pleased to announce that Megan Underwood has returned to serve as the Communications Coordinator. In her role, Underwood will lead the communication efforts of the association, serve as the editor of Gelbvieh World and The Profit Picture, and assist the marketing team in developing the national advertising campaign.

Underwood currently resides in Campbellsville, Kentucky, on her family’s Hereford seedstock and row crop operation. She received her bachelor’s degree in Animal Sciences and Industry with a minor in Mass Communications and Journalism and a Professional Strategic Selling certificate from Kansas State University. She also received her master’s degree in Agricultural Education and Communication from K-State. Her thesis focused on the uses and gratifications of beef cattle breed association magazines for United States beef cattle producers.

“It’s an exciting time to raise cattle and the opportunities for Gelbvieh breeders are endless. I look forward to sharing their success stories to enhance the Gelbvieh and Balancer® message to the beef industry,” said Underwood. “The breeders and customers of Gelbvieh cattle are second to none and I am thrilled to work with them once again.”

Underwood brings a wealth of experience to the team through many internships with industry-leading beef organizations and breed associations, as well as her previous positions with the AGA and American Hereford Association. In her previous tenure with the AGA, Underwood grew the social media reach of the association and led the Gelbvieh World editorial efforts to receive the Livestock Publications Council’s James Flanagan Award for the most improved publication.

“We are excited to welcome Megan back to the AGA team. Her passion for the beef industry, outstanding communication skills, and proven track record with both our association and others make her an invaluable asset,” said AGA Executive Director, Harold Bertz. “Megan’s expertise and dedication will be instrumental as we advance the Gelbvieh and Balancer message within the beef industry.”

Underwood began her role with the AGA on May 27 and can be reached at meganu@gelbvieh.org or the AGA office at 303-465-2333.

Megan Underwood, AGA Communications Coordinator

The American Gelbvieh Association is a progressive beef cattle breed association representing 1,100 members and approximately 40,000 cows assessed annually in a performance-oriented total herd reporting system.

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American Gelbvieh Association Welcomes Grace Schlueter as 2025 Summer Intern

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LINCOLN, Neb.– The American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Grace Schlueter as its 2025 Summer Intern. Schlueter will officially begin her role on May 27, 2025, and will be based in Lincoln, Nebraska.

The American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) is excited to welcome Grace Schlueter as the 2025 summer intern. Schlueter, a sophomore majoring in Animal Science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm for the cattle industry to her role.

Schlueter grew up on a registered Gelbvieh and Balancer® cow-calf operation near Scribner, Nebraska. Her lifelong involvement in agriculture includes participation in 4-H and FFA programs, where she enjoyed livestock judging and showing. She is also a current member of the UNL Block and Bridle Club and Meats Judging team.

“I’ve always been passionate about agriculture and genetics,” she said. “This internship is an incredible opportunity to gain a holistic view of the beef industry by working with a breed association.”

One of Schlueter’s key responsibilities this summer will be assisting with the American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) Junior Nationals event, which brings together youth from across the country for competitions, networking, and leadership development.

“I’m most excited about helping organize Junior Nationals,” she said. “It’s such a busy time, but I love the energy and seeing everything come together.”

AGA is committed to success of the cattle industry which means supporting and fostering opportunities for the future of the industry: the next generation of producers and colleagues.

As a former ag teacher, Harold Bertz, AGA executive director, shares that creating opportunities for interns and witnessing their professional growth is rewarding for the AGA team and its members.

“Internships provide invaluable hands-on experiences, helping our young leaders explore their passions, build skills, and discover pathways to long-term

involvement in an industry that is vital to agriculture and food production,” he says. “These are the future leaders of our industry and helping them discover all that the industry has to offer is an important role we can all take part in.” During her internship, Schlueter will gain exposure to various aspects of the AGA’s operations, including youth outreach, genetic programs, and registration services.

“This internship will help me figure out what I want to do with my future while allowing me to give back to an industry I love,” Schlueter adds. Schlueter will officially begin her internship on May 27, 2025.

Grace Schlueter, 2025 AGA Summer Intern

The American Gelbvieh Association is a progressive beef cattle breed association representing 1,100 members and approximately 40,000 cows assessed annually in a performance-oriented total herd reporting system.

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