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The AICA office will be closed Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25.

The November 2022 Genetic Evaluation has been released. AICA is releasing genetic evaluations six times annually. December 1 is the data and genomic submission deadline for the January 2023 EPD release. For current breed averages, tables and animal search, click here.

Click here to view 54th National Show Champions and a marked show program. Complete National Show results and recap will be published in the December Charolais Journal.

*Updated with AICA Management Plan adopted by Board of Directors 10-20-22. To learn more about Progressive Ataxia (PA), the AICA’s response plan, testing requirements, and plans for recording and communicating test results,  click here.

As of January 1, 2022, AICA fees will increase as noted below.

The July 2022 Genetic Evaluation has been released. AICA is releasing genetic evaluations six times annually. August 1 is the data and genomic submission deadline for the September 2022 EPD release. For current breed averages, tables and animal search, click here.

Click Here to view the workorder reflecting the new fee schedule. If you have membership, registration, or transfer questions, please contact Maggie Smithee @ 816-464-2474 x401 or msmithee@charolaisusa.com.

Purebred, Percentage & Charbray Registrations	Member	Non-Member
0-4 months of age	$16	$32
5-12 Months	$22	$44
13-24 Months	$38	$76
Over 24 Months	$50	$100

18 months of age and older with inventory returned before April 1	$16
18 months of age and older with inventory returned between April 2 to April 30	$22
18 months of age and older with inventory returned after May 1	$36

CharAdvantage is an IMI Global age, source and genetic certification program designed to add more value to Charolais-influenced feeder cattle. By enrolling in this program, you receive source, age and genetic verification in the calf crop that you are currently marketing. Click here to learn more! Learn how to utilize the AICA Sire Selector Tool by viewing this instructional video. The AICA Sire/Dam Selector Tool aims to identify genetics according to EPDs, TSI index and additional search parameters available.

Click here to use the AICA Sire Selector  

Charolais breeders have done a great job of creating cattle with the genetic potential to get big and put on pounds. That’s good for us. We’re in the business of selling beef!” Todd Sigmon, operations manager for Dinklage Feedyards in Nebraska and Colorado, depends on Charolais and Charolais-cross cattle.