Reporting Deadline: November 18th
Spring Heifer Exposure Due
The data that you submit for the heifer exposure inventory will be combined with data gathered through regular THR procedures to calculate the economically relevant Red Angus Heifer Pregnancy (HPG) EPD. Taking a few minutes to submit this data can increase the accuracy of HPG EPDs within your herd. HPG adds value to the seedstock you market and provides RAAA members a greater return on their investment in THR.
More data means increased accuracy and better selection decisions!
To report data online in REDSPro, follow the steps here.
If you no longer have a heifer in your herd, choose an appropriate disposal code to remove her from your inventory. If you plan on holding any heifer to calve later than Spring 2027, you will need to report a reason code for these heifers with your 2027 calf crop to avoid them being inactivated.
Information to enter into the heifer exposure report: :
1. Breeding Season Start Date and End Date (NOTE: Breeding windows longer than 90 days will be considered irregular and will not be used in the calculation of the Heifer Pregnancy EPD)
2. Check Yes or No for exposure (includes pasture exposure, AI breeding or both)
3. Management Group Designation (for detailed information see below)
4. Enter Disposal codes for animals no longer in herd
Other Dates:
Nov 2: Monthly billing statements sent via mail and email
Nov 26-27: RAAA closed for Holiday observance
Nov 29: Spring Heifer Exposure due
Dec 1: Monthly billing statements sent via mail and email
Dec 11: Fall 2026 THR Assessments billed - 1st installment
Dec 24-25: Office closed for Holiday observance
Dec 31-Jan 1: Office closed for Holiday observance
Full THR calendar
Hair Shedding (HS) Research EPDs
The Red Angus Association of America is pleased to announce the release of Hair Shedding (HS) Research EPDs, developed through research funded by the Red Angus Stakeholders Foundation and conducted by the University of Missouri.
The HS EPD predicts genetic differences in an animal's ability to shed its winter hair coat earlier, a trait associated with improved heat tolerance, adaptability, and productivity in challenging environments.
As a Research EPD, this evaluation gives Red Angus breeders early access to an emerging genetic selection tool while additional data are collected and the model continues to be refined. Members who have submitted Hair Shedding records can now view HS Research EPDs for their animals in REDSPro under My Reports.
Continued submission of Hair Shedding data will strengthen the evaluation, improve its accuracy, and support the future advancement of this important selection tool.
