American Aberdeen Association

09/04/2026

🇺🇸 LABOR DAY OFFICE CLOSURE 🇺🇸

The American Aberdeen Association office will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, September 8.

08/10/2026

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08/05/2026

Now is your chance! We are seeking nominations for the American Aberdeen Board of Directors.

To be eligible to run for or serve on AAA’s Board of Directors, a candidate must:

1. Be an individual;

2. Be an Active Member of AAA

3. Be at least 21 years of age

4. Have registered or transferred at least five animals with their herd prefix within the last calendar year

5. Be nominated by another Active Member

6. An active member may nominate no more than two candidates for AAA Board of Directors per year

7. Sign a Conflict of Interest Form (Appendix 1)

8. Sign a Code of Conduct Form (Appendix 2)

9. Nominations must be submitted to the Nomination Committee via email to the following email address: [email protected]

NOMINATIONS DUE SEPT 1 @ 5 PM MT

You can find the required forms here:https://americanaberdeen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Code-of-Ethics-Conflict-of-Interest-Form.pdf

07/28/2026

Join us for the 2026 American Aberdeen Association Field Day!

Spend the day at the University of Findlay learning from industry professionals, touring the cattle facilities, connecting with fellow breeders, and enjoying great food and conversation. Whether you're new to Aberdeen cattle or a longtime enthusiast, this is a day you won't want to miss!

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 University of Findlay, Findlay, Ohio

See the flyer for all the details, and be sure to RSVP. We can't wait to see you there!

07/14/2026

BREEDER UPDATE

A few changes are in store! Aberdeen breeders are enjoying faster turnaround on our DNA results since our move to the Missouri office. We are looking forward to an exciting new procedure that will speed up turnaround even more – we hope to release it in August. Stay tuned!

Effective August 1, before samples will be submitted to Neogen, payment must be made for DNA. You can enclose a check with your samples or complete the credit card information on the submission form.

Access to the online registration portal and Aberdeen cattle registration will be limited to members. Nonmembers may still transfer animals at twice the member rate, with payment due before the transfer is completed. Members with accounts over 60 days past due will have their online accounts frozen until payment in full is made.

As always, reach out to the office or a board member with questions or concerns.

06/30/2026

Last day for Iowa State Fair entries!

Some big entry deadlines are coming up! 🎡🐄🌽

🗓 July 1: 4-H, FFA, Competitive Exhibits, Horse and Open Class Livestock

🗓 July 15: Apiary, Cowgirl Queen, Dog, Iowa Quality Dairy Products, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep Shearing and Stock Dog Trials

You can find all the department rules, entry forms and details at 👉 iowastatefair.org/competition

06/30/2026

Photo collection by AK Photography

06/16/2026

It's finally here!!

Move in is under way! Be safe traveling and we will see you soon!

06/04/2026

05/22/2026

The Breeder Services, Strategic Planning, and Commercial Committee is seeking your input regarding retail beef sales and associated marketing.

Please click the link below. You will be redirected to a Google Form and will submit your answers there.

If you have any questions, please reach out to your Regional Representative:

- Western States: Darla Fletcher

- Southern States: Wes Gunn

- Midwest: Curtis Ohlde

- East: Bryan Dean

Dear Members, The Breeder Services, Strategic Planning, and Commercial Committee is seeking your input regarding retail beef sales and associated marketing. If you have any questions, please reach out to your Regional Representative: - Western States: Darla Fletcher - Southern States: Wes Gunn - Mid...