Angus Australia is excited to announce the highly anticipated Invitational Campdraft Competition at the Zoetis AngusEXPO3rd and 4th May at AELEC, Tamworth as an affiliated event of the 2025 Neogen World Angus Forum. This thrilling event will bring together elite riders and showcase their exceptional skill while working Angus cattle in a competitive and entertaining format.
Event Highlights:
Daily Campdraft Time Slots: – Two time slots each day (to be confirmed): – Morning: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Afternoon: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Earlier on Sunday) – Each time slot accommodates a maximum of 40 runs
Competitor Details: – Competitors are to be capped at approximately 40. – Angus Australia members (or those working for members) are encouraged to express interest in competing. Final numbers and invitations will be made available through the Australian Campdraft Association.
Facilities: – Overnight camping for competitors and free day parking are available for participants and spectators. – Access to bar facilities and the AngusEXPO BBQ competition
Evening Entertainment: – Main Indoor Arena cutout competition featuring the top 25 competitors each evening, promising an electrifying spectacle for all attendees.
Teams Event – Riders will be drawn at random into a team to reflect the participating countries in the World Angus Forum i.e. Australia, NZ, USA, Czech Republic – Spectators will have the ability to buy a ticket and be randomly allocated to a team, with the champion rider from the winning team drawing a winning ticket from their team to win a major prize pack – Prize money for riders will come from the tickets sold on a jack pot system (1st 50%, 2nd 30% & 3rd 20% basis)
Sponsorship Opportunities: Angus Australia is proud to offer sponsorship packages, each valued at $3,000. Sponsors will enjoy prominent exposure at this flagship event including VIP hospitality, aligning their brand with excellence in the Angus and campdraft communities.
Express Your Interest: Whether you are a competitor, sponsor, or a passionate supporter, we invite you to express your interest in being part of this extraordinary event.
For more information or to register your interest, please complete the EOI form below.
Angus Australia is excited to announce the highly anticipated Invitational Campdraft Competition at the Zoetis AngusEXPO3rd and 4th May at AELEC, Tamworth as an affiliated event of the 2025 Neogen World Angus Forum. This thrilling event will bring together elite riders and showcase their exceptional skill while working Angus cattle in a competitive and entertaining format. FIND OUT MORE
Coming to watch some of the best campdraft rider and horse combinations in the WORLD is just one of the many reason your should BUY ANGUSEXPO TICKETS TODAY!
Pen of 3 Competition
The Pen of 3 Competition will take place in the sales arena in front of a live audience on May 3rd and 4th, with entries open to all cattle exhibitors at the Zoetis AngusEXPO.
The competition will evaluate groups of three bulls or heifers on their Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs), physical traits, and overall consistency within the group. PEN OF 3 COMPETITION OVERVIEW
Futurist, Entrepreneur and Expert in Human Behaviour and Trends
An expert in human behaviour and trends, and a successful entrepreneur, Simon Corah has over 25 years of experience developing evidence-based strategies for business transformation.
Drawing on his exceptional international experience and expertise, backed by extensive research, he develops strategies that enable businesses to transform themselves to capture emerging markets.
Simon is a keynote speaker who goes above and beyond to research your current business, your competition, and your customer base to tailor presentations specific to your needs. In essence, he’s not just a keynote speaker; he is a consultant backed by a team of researchers who can direct the future of your business.
Simon worked for the Saatchi brothers for 25 years from 1983 to 2007, starting as a graduate trainee in London, before moving to Sydney after five years. He became MD of Saatchis in Taiwan (1991), then CEO of Ireland (1992-95) before returning to Australia to found M&C Saatchi Australia in May 1995.
Over the following 12 years, Simon built M&C Saatchi up to become a top three Australian Agency, with a range of blue chip clients, 300 staff and $ 50 million in revenues.
Following the sale of M&C Saatchi to AIM on the UK stock exchange, Simon left in 2007, to start Growth Mantra.
Growth Mantra is a boutique strategy consultancy focused on growth. The agency forecasts markets to spot growth opportunities, then develops and brings strategies to life. As an example of its work, Growth Mantra won an international pitch to re-invigorate McDonald’s and as a consequence, developed and implemented the ‘Create Your Taste’ campaign. Growth Mantra is also the brains behind the Woolworths Metro concept. The organisation has worked with other blue-chip companies including AGL, Bupa, Coca-Cola, Diageo, NAB, Optus, and Tabcorp.
An impressive keynote, Simon tailors his presentation, ensuring it is absolutely relevant to where your business is now and where it needs to be to meet your future market.
Ellie WestawayUK & Ireland
Ellie is heavily involved in her family’s Melview herds of Aberdeen Angus and Murray Greys. She earned a degree in Agriculture from the University of Reading, focusing on Livestock and Genetics, and has since worked as a Breeding Advisor for Genus ABS. Ellie has attended YDP workshops for over 15 years, gaining valuable skills for preparing show teams. She won the Intermediate section of the YDP final in 2018, placed second in 2019, and most recently placed second in the Senior section in 2023. Ellie is also serving as Vice Chair of the Angus Next Generation Council, working to advance the YDP program.
James MorrisonUK & Ireland
James farms alongside his father and grandfather in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, where they run a small herd of Aberdeen Angus cows along with pedigree Charolais and commercial suckler cows. James has a deep passion for Angus cattle and set up his Hillmount herd in 2014. He has attended YDP workshops for over a decade and has honed his skills in pedigree livestock. James has been successful in the YDP competitions, winning the Junior section in 2019, placing second in the Intermediate category in 2022/23, and finishing second in the Senior section in 2024. He is currently studying Sustainable Agriculture with Agri Business at Ulster University and aspires to become a livestock auctioneer.
Graham RhindUK & Ireland
Graeme, 23, works on the family farm at Newton of Struthers in the northeast of Scotland. The farm runs a herd of Aberdeen Angus cattle, a small herd of Limousin cattle, Blue Texel sheep, and commercial sheep. They also grow malting barley for local distilleries and run an agricultural contracting business. Graeme has always had a passion for livestock and is excited to represent the breed and his country in the World Angus Forum Youth Competition.
John SmythUK & Ireland
John farms with his father, Noel, in County Cavan, Republic of Ireland, where they run a suckler-to-weanling system alongside a small pedigree herd of Limousin and Aberdeen Angus cows. John recently completed his BSc in Agricultural Science at SETU Waterford/Kildalton Agricultural College and is currently working with Clarke Machinery Group. With years of experience working with Aberdeen Angus, John has contributed to the Irish Aberdeen Angus Association and has carried out research on genetic variation in the breed. He has been involved in the YDP for many years, winning the Intermediate section in 2019, placing third in the Senior section in 2022, and winning the YDP final in 2024.
Angus on Ice Frozen Genetics Sale
The “Angus on Ice” Frozen Genetics Sale offers a fantastic opportunity for all members of Angus Australia and the Red Angus Society of Australia to showcase their best genetics on a global stage. Facilitated by Elders and Angus Australia, the sale will take place via AuctionsPlus, from the 2nd to the 4th of May 2025 as part of the 2025 Neogen World Angus Forum and Zoetis AngusEXPO providing a unique platform for participants to showcase and acquire top-tier frozen Angus genetics. FIND OUT MORE
Become a Sponsor
The upcoming Zoetis AngusEXPO is set to be the largest gathering of registered Angus cattle ever held in Australia. This two-day event will take place in Tamworth and promises to be a spectacular showcase of Australian Angus cattle to the world. We are now offering a vast array of sponsorship opportunities as a way to put your brand front and centre. FIND OUT MORE
Elite Angus Female Sale
The Elite Angus Female Sale is set to take place during the Zoetis AngusEXPO on Sunday, 4th May 2025, from 1:00 PM AEST, at the Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre (AELEC), Goonoo Goonoo Road, Tamworth NSW. This premier sale is one of the many events being held during the 2025 Neogen World Angus Forum, with Elders serving as the official agents, the sale will also be broadcast online via Auctions Plus, ensuring accessibility for buyers across the world. FIND OUT MORE
Jake TurnerAustralia
Jake Turner lives on a mixed farming enterprise north of Lake Cargelligo, NSW. He is currently in his first year of a Bachelor of Agricultural Business Management at Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga, NSW. Jake’s passion for the beef industry and the Angus breed started at Yanco Agricultural High School where he was actively involved in the cattle showstock team from years 7 to 12. Alongside seven other like-minded people, Jake is stoked to have the opportunity to not only represent Angus Australia at the World Angus Forum, but also Australia’s wider beef industry.
Lilli StewartAustralia
Lilli Stewart grew up on a family cattle property in Birregurra, Victoria. From age eight, Lilli began attending youth events and cattle shows across Australia. At ten, she purchased her first heifer and established Waterlilli Angus. Since graduating high school, Lilli has worked with cattle producers in Victoria and Western Australia. Last year, she undertook a study Tour of North America after receiving the Mathew George Young Stockman Award in 2019. This experience brought her back to North America in 2024 to take up opportunities to spend more time learning from Angus producers before beginning an agricultural degree in 2025.
Lochie McLauchlanAustralia
Lochie McLauchlan grew up on his family’s purebred Angus operation in southwest Victoria, calving down 70 cows annually alongside his mother and father. At age 21 Lochie was fortunate enough to travel around Canada and Northern America showing cattle. Along his journey in the cattle industry, Lochie has been lucky enough to win the 2017 Gun Fitters Competition, the 2019 Sydney Royal Team Fitting contest as well as 2020 National Paraders Competition. He currently works on a commercial cattle operation located in Camperdown, VIC as well as just recently purchased his own piece of land and trade commercial cattle. At the end of 2023, Lochie was extremely fortunate to win the 2024 Matthew George Young Stockman Award which gave him to opportunity to travel for three months anywhere in the world, in which he used the scholarship to travel to the 2024 Angus Junior National in Madison WI which he considers the absolute highlight of his trip, as well as the Calgary Stampede. Lochie extremely excited to be on the 2025 Angus Australia Youth team and looks forward to the journey ahead, being a part of the Australian team success.
Matilda SalterAustralia
Matilda Salter is excited and truly honored to have the opportunity to be a member of the 2025 Angus World Forum Team. Matilda grew up on a mixed cropping and grazing operation outside of Dalby on the Queensland Darling Downs. Matilda’s family owns and operates U8J Cattle Company and for her, being a part of the cattle and agriculture industry is something she is very grateful for. Matilda is currently studying a Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery at JCU in Townsville with the hope and dream of supporting the agriculture industry in every way she can as a rural and remote nurse and midwife. Matilda sees it as a privilege to have the opportunity to represent the Angus breed and society as well as the youth at World Forum and is so excited for the opportunities it will offer and the people she will meet.
Micquella GrimaAustralia
Micquella Grima, Howlong NSW is in the final weeks of a Double Degree, being a Bachelor of Agriculture and Bachelor of Agribusiness through the University of New England, specialising in Livestock Marketing, Nutrition and Genetics. Recently relocating from Central West NSW, Micquella is the Nutrien Stud Stock Marketing Specialist for the Southern Region overseeing the marketing and technical support of Stud Sales across the NSW Riverina, Victoria and Tasmania. As an Ambassador for Youth in agriculture, Micquella is an accomplished Young Judge with a strong background in the Commercial Beef and Seedstock sector including being the Youth Representative on the NSW Angus State Committee. Micquella is driven by a passion to work alongside producers to support the continuity of efficient and productive beef operations and solidify the competitiveness of the Australian beef industry on a global scale.
Jan BorovkaCzech Republic
was born on April 19, 2003, in Chlum, a small village in the Czech Republic. Jan is 22, and currently studies crops and cattle breeding at the University of South Bohemia. Jan’s family started farming in 2008 with just three Angus cows and has since grown to a 50-cow operation focusing on genetics, with a special interest in Canadian and American genetics. Jan has travelled worldwide to learn from other Angus breeders, including a significant experience at Hamilton Farms in Canada.
Sandra LiškováCzech Republic
is 19 and brings a dynamic personality to the team. Her hobbies include horse riding, working with cattle, and sports. Sandra studies veterinary medicine at Brno, and her journey with Angus cattle began unexpectedly in 2017, sparking a passion for cattle shows. Sandra now helps with breeding on her stepdad’s farm and is eager to develop her skills and improve their herd.
Kateřina PodzemnáCzech Republic
hails from Ostrava, the third-largest city in the Czech Republic, and began her journey with cattle in high school, where Kateřina studied veterinary science. Kateřina has shown cattle internationally in Canada, Italy, Belgium, France, and Slovakia, and has gained valuable experience in breeding and animal reproduction. Working as a veterinary technician in Austria, Kateřina continues to pursue new opportunities in the field, living by the quote, “I never lose. I either win or learn.”
Eliška NěmcováCzech Republic
Eliška Němcová, 23, is a fifth-year veterinary student from Děčín. Eliška’s hobbies include sports, playing guitar, and spending time with animals, especially cattle. She has been involved in track and field for ten years and has achievements in competitions. Eliška’s family farm raises Limousin cattle, and is committed to becoming a veterinarian specializing in ruminants while continuing her family’s farming legacy.
Welcome Function
On the 28th of April, the Zoetis World Angus Youth Competition kicks off with an exciting Welcome Function at the Aurora Rooftop Bar in Sydney.
Event Details:
Date: 28th of April
Time: 5pm
Location: Aurora Rooftop Bar, Sydney
Tickets: $80 per person, includes drinks package and canapes
This evening promises to be an exciting start to the competition, blending inspiration, networking, and community spirit. SECURE YOUR TICKET
Book your trade site
Zoetis AngusEXPO 2025 Industry Trade Sites – Entries Now Open!
Be part of the Zoetis AngusEXPO 2025 and showcase your brand at one of the most anticipated Angus industry events of the year! This is your chance to secure an industry trade site, perfect for promoting your products and services to a dedicated audience of Angus cattle breeders and industry professionals. Whether you’re in plant and machinery, fashion, food, wine, software, stock agencies, or rural merchandise, this is the event to connect with 1,500+ delegates expected to attend. FIND OUT MORE & BOOK YOUR SITE
Cattle sites are fullContact us if you are still interested in displaying cattle.
Cattle sites at the Zoetis AngusEXPO have reached capacity, please contact AngusEXPO Coordinator Jake Phillips for further information jake.phillips@angusaustralia.com.au or 0401 261 217.
Our visit to Stockyard’s Kerwee property on the Darling Downs will showcase one of Australia’s top operations in lot feeding, breeding, grazing, and grain farming. Set across 1,280 hectares, Kerwee is dedicated to producing premium Angus and Wagyu beef that meets the exacting standards of the world’s most discerning consumers.
The choice of Kerwee’s location is strategic, benefiting from the rich, fertile soils of the Darling Downs, close proximity to processing partners, and access to the Great Artesian Basin, an exceptional water source for the cattle. This visit offers a unique opportunity to witness how these ideal conditions and Stockyard’s commitment to quality come together to create some of the finest beef in Australia.
Roma Saleyards
We’ll be taking a tour of the renowned Roma Saleyards, Australia’s largest cattle selling center. In the 2021/22 financial year alone, an impressive 220,676 cattle were sold here, making it the top choice for graziers from Queensland, New South Wales, and the Northern Territory.
Known for record-breaking sales, Roma Saleyards is both National Saleyard Quality Assurance (NSQA) and European Union (EU) accredited, providing a modern, safe, and meticulously maintained facility that spans nearly 50 hectares. Regular auctions are held every Tuesday starting at 8 am, with additional events like Bull Sales, Herd Dispersals, and Special Breed Sales scheduled as needed. This tour is an exciting opportunity to witness firsthand the operations of this premier cattle hub.
Appleton Cattle Co
Just northeast of Alpha lies Islay Plains Station, where representatives from Appleton Cattle Company will welcome you to experience their impressive operation. Appleton Cattle Company stands among the world’s largest privately owned organic beef producers, managing over 2.2 million hectares of certified organic land across Queensland. With a commitment to growth and expansion, their mission centers on strengthening landholdings, herds, and production while keeping people, properties, and product at the heart of every initiative. This dedication is further supported by a passion for productivity—advancing herd genetics, enhancing quality, and investing in land improvements—all while actively pursuing new market opportunities for their premium organic beef.
Isis Downs
Isis Downs is located 1000km north west of Brisbane. Consolidated Pastoral Company acquired Isis Downs in 1987 and has since expanded the operation by purchasing nine adjacent properties, forming a 246,057-hectare aggregation. This area can support up to 21,000 cattle during favorable seasons, with a herd comprising approximately 6,000 breeders and the remainder being heifers and steers finished for sale to feedlots or processors based on seasonal conditions.
In 2004, CPC transitioned Isis Downs exclusively to cattle, discontinuing sheep operations. Currently, around 6,000 Charolais-Brahman cross females are bred with Angus bulls, producing cattle for local trade and feedlot markets.
Qantas Founders Museum
Founded in 1996, this museum celebrates the rich history of Qantas and its profound impact on Australian aviation and the global airline industry. The Heritage-listed Qantas Hangar in Longreach, built in 1922, stands as a testament to the airline’s early days. Take a journey back in time and explore the birthplace of this world-renowned airline.
Delve into aviation history with interactive displays, captivating exhibits, and an impressive array of aircraft, including the iconic Boeing 747 and Super Constellation. Discover the spirit of courage and innovation that transformed Qantas into an international symbol of excellence.
Bald Blair Angus
Bald Blair Angus is located east of Guyra in the New England region of New South Wales. Owners Sam and Kirsty White are the fourth generation of the White family to run the Bald Blair Angus herd, which was established when the property Bald Blair was acquired by Sam White’s great-grandfather and grandfather in 1898. The first records of registered Angus cattle date back to 1908, making the Bald Blair Angus herd one of the original herds when the Angus Society of Australia was formed in 1919. The White family has been selling bulls at an on-property auction for just over 50 years and remains committed to the ongoing improvement of their cattle, using sound stockmanship and all available technologies to assist in the modern day demands now placed on livestock production. FIND OUT MORE
Karoo Angus
Karoo Angus Stud, located 32kms East of Bathurst on the Central Tablelands of New South Wales.
Karoo Angus is a family owned and operated business, currently run by John Reen and his daughter Annie Scott. The cow herd consists of approximately 300 registered Angus females and 800 commercial females.
Karoo Angus has been associated with the Angus seedstock industry for over 30 years, and their aim has, and always will be, to breed cattle with balance, consistency and quality. The herd is based upon females that have capacity, fertility and the fundamental commercial traits, and they place emphasis on consistency, strength of body and fleshing. It is important to Karoo that they produce sound, functional cattle that go on to have long, productive lives.
This selection criteria has resulted in benefits that flow on to commercial producers, with Karoo-bred lines of cattle being highly sought-after and attracting premiums in the marketplace. Karoo breed bulls to suit both domestic and export markets and as such are not a “one trait” supplier of quality stock. They aim at annually improving their herd’s performance so they know their clients are achieving the same.
Rangers Valley Feedlot
Located near Glen Innes in the New England Region of New South Wales, Rangers Valley Feedlot is one of the world’s most respected premium marbled beef producers. The feedlot specialises in long fed pure Black Angus and Wagyu cross breeds producing exceptional marbled beef for both the domestic and export markets. Rangers Valley feedlot is the 4th largest in Australia with a capacity of 40,000 head and is located on the 12,000 acres Rangers Valley property.
Alison Van Eenennaam
Alison Van Eenennaam is a Distinguished Professor of Cooperative Extension in the field of Animal Genomics and Biotechnology in the Department of Animal Science at the University of California, Davis where she has been on faculty for over 20 years. She received a Bachelor of Agricultural Science from the University of Melbourne, and both an MS in Animal Science, and a PhD in Genetics from UC Davis. Her research and outreach program focuses on the use of animal genomics and biotechnology in livestock production systems. She has a multifaceted research program that has included work on the uses of DNA information and biotechnologies in beef cattle production systems, and the development of genome editing approaches for cattle and sheep. She has given over 800 invited presentations to audiences globally. She frequently provides a credentialed voice on controversial scientific topics, and has appeared on national media including “The Dr Oz Show”, Science Friday, Nova: The Realities of Gene Editing with CRISPR, the Intelligence Squared debate series, and Food Evolution. A passionate advocate of science, Dr. Van Eenennaam received the 2014 Borlaug Communication Award, and the American Society of Animal Science 2019 Rockefeller Prentice Award in Animal Breeding and Genetics. Twitter: @BioBeef
Cattle Display
Destined to be the largest gathering of registered Angus cattle ever held in Australia with 500 head of cattle, members of Angus Australia and the Red Angus Society of Australia will have their best genetics on display for the world to inspect across a two day cattle exhibition. BOOK YOUR TICKETS
While cattle site bookings are full, please contact us if you are still interested in displaying cattle, AngusEXPO Coordinator Jake Phillips jake.phillips@angusaustralia.com.au or 0401 261 217.
Cattle Breeders College
Join us at the Cattle Breeders College during for a dynamic 1.5-hour workshop series, featuring world-class speakers and industry leaders. This unique event will take place in the Education Centre of Excellence at AELEC, offering attendees exclusive access to cutting-edge knowledge.
The workshops will cover crucial topics such as:
Global protein supply and demand trends
Advances in herd health and reproduction
The latest in genetics and cow-calf herd performance
Resilience and Adaptation in life and on the farm
Each session is limited to just 40 attendees, ensuring an intimate and impactful learning experience. We are offering two sessions on Saturday, May 3rd, and two sessions on Sunday, May 4th.
Your ticket grants you access to all sessions, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights from industry experts!
Cost: $100* (GST included)
*You must first purchase a General Admission ticket to the Zoetis AngusEXPOPURCHASE TICKETS
Teys Australia AngusSHOOT-OUT Awards Dinner
The Teys Australia AngusSHOOT-OUT will highlight the finest Angus cattle from across Australia in this prestigious Angus only 120-day grain-fed competition, evaluating both feedlot and carcass performance.
The awards ceremony on May 2nd will be an exciting event, featuring not only the presentation of awards but also special guest speakers and entertainment. It’s the perfect way to kick off your Zoetis AngusEXPO weekend in Tamworth.
Tickets are available to all heading to Tamworth* and not on AngusTREK, so come and join the celebration of excellence in Angus beef and our outstanding winners!
Cost: $150** (GST included) Inclusions: Dinner, drinks and entertainment.
*For each team of cattle entered in the SHOOT-OUT, the exhibitor will receive 2 complimentary tickets to the Awards Dinner.
**You must first purchase a General Admission ticket to the Zoetis AngusEXPOPURCHASE TICKETS
Wise Repro & Glenisa Angus
Join Ced Wise, Chairman and Head Veterinarian of Wise Repro, as he shares an exciting visit Wise Repro and GlenIsa Angus and focuses on their expertise in bovine reproduction, including embryo transfer, semen collection, IVF services, and their Angus breeding program. Discover how Wise Repro is helping drive the cattle industry forward, with two export-accredited centers in Australia. This will also be an opporuntity to celebrate Ced’s birthday during the opening of their new lab! Don’t miss this chance to experience cutting-edge genetics and innovation in cattle breeding. LEARN MORE
Harbour Cruise
Taking to the seas, the welcome function will be an evening where luxurious interiors and unparalleled views of stunning Sydney Harbour combine to create an atmosphere of modern glamour and splendour.
For those taking part in the AngusTREK, attending the welcome function includes private coach transfers to and from the event. Stand alone ticket purchasers are invited to make their own way to the departure wharf.
Butcher Girl Alison
Butcher Girl Alison will be joining the entertainment at the Neogen Gala Dinner. Alison Meagher, known professionally as Butcher Girl Alison, has almost twenty years of global slicing and dicing expertise under her belt, and she is on a mission to revolutionise the world of butchery!
Alison’s been involved in the industry for over 20 years, and it all began with her Bachelor of Applied Science (Food Styling) from RMIT University Melbourne and starting a career in being a Home Economist with food styling and recipe creation for magazines and trade shows before social media was even a thing!
This work lead to some awesome opportunities including a year long internship in the US, where meat is a serious business. Working with meat suppliers and styling butcher displays in the States sparked her interest in going beyond the preparation and presentation of food, and wanting to learn the magical art of the butchery behind it all. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ALISON
Dr John Stika
As president of the Certified Angus Beef ® brand, John Stika leads a team dedicated to earning the trust of consumers around the world by consistently delivering the best beef experience possible. Through a vision focused on connecting people from pasture to plate, John and a passionate team work to grow demand for the branded beef and increase the value of registered Angus cattle, enhancing the lives and businesses of farming and ranching families and all who touch the brand along the way to the consumer.
John’s love for Angus cattle, quality beef and the entire community of people involved from gate to plate is rooted in his experiences growing up on his family’s small farm in central Kansas. His passion grew as he obtained his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in animal science and meat science, respectively, at Kansas State University, and then his doctorate in meat science from the University of Kentucky. Celebrating more than 22 years with Certified Angus Beef, John joined the team as assistant director of feeder-packer relations in 1999, and then director of supply development and packing. Moving on to vice president of business development, he led efforts to collaborate with domestic and international distributors, grocery stores and restaurants to grow their beef sales before becoming president in 2006.
With expertise and experience across the beef community, John has served as a board member of the American Meat Science Association, currently serves as a board member of the North American Meat Institute and actively engages in beef quality initiatives and related committees of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. John received the Outstanding Young Alumnus award in 2010 from the Kansas State University College of Agriculture and the Achievement award from the American Meat Science Association. John credits his success to strong mentors, a deep faith and the opportunity to collaborate with innovative and caring teammates, cattlemen and industry partners throughout his career and life. He and his wife, Deanna, have three adult sons and reside in Creston, Ohio, where they care for a small herd of Angus cattle and enjoy time with friends and family over great steaks.
Dr Stika will be speaking at The Gallery Breakfast.
Dr Stephen Miller
Dr. Stephen Miller joined the Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit (AGBU) at the University of New England, in Armidale, Australia in late 2020 where is now serves as Director. Prior to this Dr. Miller was the Director of Genetic Research for Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI) in Saint Joseph, Mo. where he furthered the evaluation methods for the Association’s weekly National Cattle Evaluation and AGI clients. Dr. Miller was a principal scientist with the animal genomics team at AgResearch Ltd. in New Zealand (2013-2016).
Originally from Canada, Dr. Miller was on faculty at his alma mater, the University of Guelph for 14 years where he finished as the Director of the Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock. Dr. Miller has experience in genetic improvement across a range of species but is best known for his work in beef cattle and has 25 years of experience with livestock genetics, genomics and technology.
Dr Miller is sponsored by Neogen Australasia to attend.
Dr Mariana Caetano
Dr Mariana Caetano is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Ruminant Nutrition, currently serving as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Adelaide. Her academic journey began at São Paulo State University in Botucatu, Brazil, where she completed her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science, graduating in December 2005 with the prestigious “Merit for Best Performance/Academic Records in the Department of Livestock.”
In 2008, Dr Caetano completed her Master of Science in Agronomy at the Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture, University of São Paulo, collaborating with commercial feedlots and the National Association of Lot Feeders (ASSOCON) to investigate starch losses in Brazilian beef cattle. Dr Caetano pursued her PhD research focusing on the effects of flint corn processing methods and roughage levels on Bos indicus bulls’ finishing performance. Her academic excellence was recognised through an international scholarship, allowing her to further her studies as a visiting PhD candidate at Kansas State University. Following her PhD in 2012, Dr Caetano was a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture, University of São Paulo, Brazil. In 2013, she expanded her academic pursuits by working part-time as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Roseworthy Campus of the University of Adelaide while also engaging with PIRSA-SARDI. Her dedication and expertise led to her full-time appointment at the University of Adelaide in 2015, and appointment of Associate Lecturer in 2017. As a Senior Lecturer, Dr. Caetano coordinates the Animal Nutrition and Metabolism courses and serves as the Program Director for the Bachelor of Science (Animal Science). She represents the University of Adelaide in the Zero Net Emissions Agriculture CRC (Livestock Program) and leads the Nutrition and Methane Abatement Program at the Davies Livestock Research Centre.
Simon Quilty
Simon graduated from a bachelor of Melbourne University Agricultural Science in 1987. His first job was as a research officer with the Victorian Farmers Federation Pastoral Group for four years and was involved with bringing farmers and the meat processing sector together in Victoria with initiatives like establishing a direct shipping service from Victoria into Japan to open up the Victorian chilled beef market in Japan.
Simon moved into the meat trading and processing sector in 1990 working for Louis Dreyfus Australia for four years – spending part of his training in North America – at the time LDC was the largest single buyer of export beef in Australia. Simon’s career moved to ConAgra Foods who at the time owned Australian Meat Holdings and DR Johnston where he worked for seven years and once again resided overseas – his involvement with meat trading remained until 2010 with his own trading company and established his own brand names in various countries.
In recent years Simon has moved into the risk management sector and developed derivatives and meat swaps that are used by companies in both North America and Australia on managingto manage price risk in processed meat and livestock. Simon spent two years working as a consultant with FC Stone in started starting up the livestock and meat desk and in 2015, co-founded the Southern Aurora Group.
Today he is an independent meat and livestock analyst and also brokers swaps on behalf of large financial institutions in Australia and the US and brokers physical meat products around the world (namely from Australia, NZ and India), working with large international companies that have interests in China, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and the US.
In 2022, Simon was awarded a Churchill Fellowship, and he is currently overseas doing this research. The project’s aim is to look at methane reduction schemes in the livestock sector around the world with the aim of rewarding farmers for lowering methane. He is travelling to 11 countries which include the US, Canada, Portugal, Spain, and Germany. Netherlands, Belgium, France, England, Ireland, and New Zealand.
He returns to Australia in mid-May and is planning on a report to be written by August this year on his findings.
Mark McCully
As Chief Executive Officer of the American Angus Association, McCully leads the nation’s largest beef breed registry with 22,000 members. Mark was appointed CEO in June of 2019 and directs the organization’s efforts to advance the Angus breed and increase the production of consistent, high quality beef through efforts of the Association and its four wholly-owned subsidiaries – Angus Genetics Inc., Angus Media, Angus Foundation and Certified Angus Beef LLC.
Previously, Mark was vice president of production at Certified Angus Beef LLC and was responsible for the brand’s supply chain efforts. He led strategies incorporating the seedstock, cow-calf, feeding and packing sectors to raise and process high quality Angus cattle with the brand’s unrivaled quality standards.
Mark joined the company in 2000 as director of packing. In June 2002, he helped develop and then
coordinate a regional sales team to serve retail, foodservice and international business partners. In March 2005, he transitioned to supply development and production.
Before these endeavors, Mark worked for Southern States Cooperative in Virginia. He earned an associate’s degree from Lake Land College, a bachelor’s degree in agricultural science from Western Illinois University and followed with a master’s program in ruminant nutrition at Michigan State University where he also coached the collegiate livestock judging team.
McCully is an accomplished livestock evaluator and has judged over 300 state, regional and national cattle shows throughout the US, Canada, and Brazil.
Mark and his wife, Gerry, have two children, Austin and Madison.
Dr Anneline Padayachee
Dr. Anneline Padayachee, known as The Food Scientist is deeply committed to enhancing the nutritional quality of food and promoting widespread understanding of nutrition. Beyond weight loss and disease treatment, she views nutrition as fundamental to cellular health, growth, aging, disease prevention, and overall functioning.
With a PhD in nutritional food science and extensive experience in industry, research, and academia, Anneline currently provides independent scientific advice to a range of different clients and industry bodies. She is recognized nationally for her expertise and contributions to the field, holds positions in various professional organizations and has received awards for her work including being named Australia’s number one science communicator and one of the nations’ Top-50 cutting edge female scientists for her ability to translate science for industry and community. However, it is Anneline’s own personal journey dealing with health challenges that has strengthened her belief in the power of nutrition, and the invaluable role farmers play in providing good food that is rich in nutrients. As a prominent speaker, writer, and consultant in the food sector, Anneline is a strong advocate for the role of food production and nutrition science in improving public health.
Michael McQueen
Michael McQueen is a multi-award winning speaker, change strategist and bestselling author of ten books. With clients including Google, Toyota and Mastercard, he has helped some of the world’s most successful brands navigate uncertainty and stay ahead of the curve.
Michael is a regular commentator on TV and radio and his work has featured in publications ranging from The Guardian to Forbes and CNN. In addition, Michael is a familiar face on the international conference circuit having shared the stage with the likes of Bill Gates, Mel Robbins and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak.
Michael has spoken to over 500,000 people across 5 continents since 2004 and is known for his engaging, entertaining and practical conference presentations.
Having been formerly named Australia’s Keynote Speaker of the Year, Michael was inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame.
Lyndsey Douglas
Lyndsey Douglas is a professional MC and trained journalist and editor-in-chief of agricultural content agency Writers Who, Lyndsey’s clients include AgriFutures, Rural Aid, CBRE Agribusiness, Paraway Pastoral Company, and the Australian Wagyu Association.
Lyndsey’s voice is heard around the main arenas of agricultural events like the Ekka, Sydney Royal Easter Show, Melbourne Royal Show, Royal Adelaide Show, Canberra Royal as well as rural events from Alpha in Central Queensland to Condobolin in Western NSW. She’s the face of Beef TV alongside Andrea Crothers in May at Beef Australia in Rockhampton. Lyndsey was the chairman of Australian Wool Innovation’s consultation panel, the NSW Rural Ambassador, and founding director of Agricultural Shows Australia.
