Angus cattle hold 72% market share despite supply and quality challenges; education event and leadership change announced.

Angus cattle remain in high demand, maintaining a 72% market share despite supply constraints, though only 40% of Angus-influenced cattle meet all Certified Angus Beef standards, with marbling falling short in most cases. Breeders are urged to balance marbling with fertility and structural soundness, as poor performance in these areas leads to culling even among animals with strong marbling EPDs. Meanwhile, South Dakota State University and the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association will host Cattlemen’s Education Day on February 19, 2026, featuring sessions on carcass grading, feed efficiency, and risk management, including research showing heat-treated soybeans can boost carcass weight and profits. Ashley Michels has been named communications director at the U.S. Meat Export Federation, bringing extensive media experience to promote U.S. meat exports.