ASA seeks an energetic, personable person who enjoys agriculture and the industries that support it. This person must understand and have leadership experiences with youth development in university, 4-H and/or FFA programsand with show programs and events. This person must also understand the attention and networking required to successfully fundraise and work with the Foundation Board. Please submit your cover letter, resume and references to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by October 22, 2018. The main goals of this position are:• Youth Programs and Events. Enhance the life skills of ASA’s junior membership through leadership, business, networking, and communication training. Enhance the beef industry…

Bozeman, MT-The American Simmental Association (ASA) celebrated its 50 years anniversary in conjunction with their annual Fall Focus board meeting and educational symposium at the ASA headquarters in Bozeman, August 25-29. Educational sessions, interactive committee meetings, and a pitchfork fondue highlighted the event, offering something for commercial and seedstock cattle producers alike. To kick off the five-day event, 300-people--including local residents, former ASA staff, members of the association, international cattle producers, and many more with ties to the Association-- were in attendance for ASA's 50-year anniversary dinner on Saturday, August 25. Participants enjoyed a pitchfork fondue and live music by…