BOZEMAN, Mont. — Education, science, and collaboration guide the American Simmental Association and will be highlighted at the 2023 Fall Focus event in Denver, Colorado, August 25-29. Topics relevant to the Simmental breed and industry as a whole will be covered by industry-leading experts. The event will also explore Colorado’s robust beef industry through tours and educational demonstrations organized by the Colorado Simmental Association (CSA) and Colorado Cattlemen’s Association (CCA).
Bovine congestive heart failure and the importance of heart health in the feedlot, sustainability, and more will be discussed in concise talks and panels, with a focus on covering issues that directly impact producers. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and interact with these industry professionals. The educational day will take place at the DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton Denver on August 26.
The CSA and CCA, co-hosts of the event, have organized a day to explore the state’s beef industry. The event kicks off on August 25 with live cattle displays at the National Western Stock Show Yards Event Center, followed by a Pulmonary Arterial Pressure (PAP) demonstration by Dr. Tim Holt, an interactive Feet and Leg Scoring demonstration, CSU Spur campus tour, and dinner.
The ASA Board of Trustees will hold their meeting August 27-29, featuring Town Hall style committee meetings designed to give ASA members the opportunity to ask questions and discuss issues.
Attendance is free, with the exception of some meal charges. Fall Focus is open to everyone, across breeds and sectors of the industry. To register and learn more visit fallfocus.org.
Founded in 1968, the American Simmental Association is headquartered in Bozeman, MT. ASA is committed to leveraging technology, education, and collaboration to accelerate genetic profitability for the beef industry. In keeping with its commitment, ASA, along with its partners, formed International Genetic Solutions — the world’s largest genetic evaluation of beef cattle. Learn more at www.simmental.org and internationalgeneticsolutions.
–American Simmental Association
