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Minutes of World Brahman Federation Meeting December 8, 2006 Medellin, Colombia Members Present: Chris Shivers – U.S.A. Carlos Tamayo - Mexico Armelinda Ibarra – U.S.A. Rodger Jeffries - Australia Mauricio Moreno - Colombia Kenny Crampton – South Africa Fabio Jaramillo - Colombia Margo Maliska - Argentina Rene Finol - Venezuela The World Brahman Federation met on December 8, 2006 at 7:00 AM in the Intercontinental Hotel in Medellin, Colombia in conjunction with the 2006 World Brahman Congress. Mauricio Moreno called the meeting to order. He asked Chris Shivers to give a report of the last meeting held in Houston, TX on March 3, 2006. Shivers then gave a report on the 2008 World Brahman Congress to be held in Ft. Worth, TX May 18-24. Chris said things were coming together well and invited everyone to plan to attend. Chris Shivers announced that the 2010 Congress would be held by the Brazilian Brahman Association. The 2006 Congress was discussed and the group unanimously agreed the Congress was most successful and congratulated Moreno and Jaramillo on such a great event. The group then went into an open discussion period where several topics were discussed including the judge selection by the Colombians for the 2006 World Brahman Congress as well as their selection process for all of their shows. The group discussed the challenges each organization was facing. Many of the associations said they were faced with the competition of the English breeds and the discounts received on their commercial steers due to the perception that the carcasses were not as desirable. It was decided that the World Brahman Federation should hold some educational programs in the future to share ideas among the different countries as to what each country was doing to better their product. Armelinda Ibarra recommended that each member country utilize the World Brahman Federation website as a tool to share research and data between countries. Rene Finol stated that each member country promote the WBF website within their own country through their official breed publications. Everyone agreed that the WBF website should be promoted and used more widely. Moreno brought up an idea to name a president of the WBF. There was much discussion but no action was taken. After more discussion about the challenges and different improvement techniques the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 AM. |
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WORLD BRAHMAN FEDERATION MEETING Reliant Center – Room 702 Houston, Texas March 2, 2003
The World Brahman Federation meeting was called to order by Jim Reeves. Delegates from the following countries were present: Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico, United States, and Vietnam. Delegates present were: Fabio Jaramillo, Luis Samuel Martinez, Gustavo Bula, Alfonso Roca, Gary Perreira, Anderico Franco, Jaime Ortiz, Victor DiBella, Adolfo Peniche, Manuel Guzman, Lucas De La Garza, Carlos Jorge Medina, Fernando Pinto, Alejandro Acosta, Dat Vu, Tommy Schooler, Jim Reeves, and Armelinda Ibarra. Guests: Allison St. Cyr, Carl Lambert, Oscar Kenedy, Eff Embree. Jim Reeves welcomed everyone and asked members and guests to introduce themselves. Adolfo Peniche motioned to accept the minutes of the previous meeting held in Rockhampton, Australia. Seconded by Fabio Jaramillo. Motion carried unanimously. Jim Reeves presented a Financial Report including a balance of $7,126.83. He mentioned that the only expense this past year was the fee for maintaining the WBF website by Two Girls Web Design. He stressed the importance of expanding the website and strongly encouraged everyone present to post anything relevant, especially research topics, to the WBF website. Statements were distributed to representatives of all countries present for their 2003 dues. Worldwide Brahman research & activities were discussed. Everyone agreed that the sharing of technical data between countries was very important and that the sharing of information will help in the global promotion of the Brahman breed. The fact that the British breeds are moving in with stronger promotions was discussed. Jim Reeves made a personal request from the U.S. for any data available on Brahman/Dairy F1 crosses for the production of milk products. He stated that he was currently working on a market where Brahmans would produce well and that the milk production information was essential for the introduction of Brahman cattle in this country. He asked that countries such as Mexico and Colombia assist him with obtaining this data. Adolfo Peniche asked Jim Reeves to give a background on research the U.S. was conducting with carcass studies and the importance of collecting carcass data. Jim Reeves stated that the U.S. consumer’s number one concern from beef was tenderness. After 20 years of collecting data they are finding that Brahmans have some of the most tender carcasses but also some of the toughest. Out of necessity ABBA has begun testing to identify the genetics that produce tender carcasses. One of the most significant breakthroughs in making progress towards improving tenderness was the development of a DNA marker by a company called GeneStar. GeneStar has identified 5 different genetic markers affecting tenderness. He stated that they have been several years in developing this test but that the U.S. and Australia are currently utilizing it. In the U.S. the biggest carcass challenge the Brahman breed faces is proving tenderness. However, this challenge can also be overcome by several simple management techniques; increasing aging time from 14 to 21 days, the use of electro-stimulation, applying CaCl to tenderize muscle fibers and utilizing new carcass EPD’s. Fabio Jaramillo gave an update on the 2002 World Brahman Congress held in Rockhampton, Australia in April. Fabio stated that there were many different countries of the Orient present and that the congress was a huge success. Dr. Victor DiBella of Mexico commented on learning about the various management practices used in these countries and that they were very helpful and cost effective. Manuel Guzman of Mexico made a request of all countries present. He asked that they return to their countries and meet with their associations and members for suggestions and input for the Technical Sessions of the 2004 World Brahman Congress. He would like for the emphasis of the Technical Sessions to include issues that are affecting the development and promotion of the Brahman breed across the world in an effort to build a unified marketing strategy addressing current attacks by the British breeds. Delegates agreed to gather ideas and information and bring them to the table for next year’s World Brahman Federation Meeting in Houston, Texas. Eff Embree and Oscar Kenedy of Livestock Exporters Association, USA gave a presentation on their organization. LEA is an association of 26 export companies representing 15 different states. They include a horse shipper, an embryo transfer center, two shipping companies, three insurance companies, two accredited veterinarians, three international freight forwarders who specialize in livestock projects, one veterinary product company and four state Departments of Agriculture. LEA presently has 44 members from 20 states. This association was established to facilitate the exporting of livestock including the experience and assistance of trained specialist and the support of many agricultural communities. They may be contacted at www.livestockexporters-usa.com Fernando Pinto and Alejandro Acosta representing the Cebu Breeders of Costa Rica submitted a proposal to host the 2006 World Brahman Congress in Costa Rica. They stated that Costa Rica had the facilities and met all the requirements to celebrate this international event. They also stated that the cattle show will include cattle from their neighboring Central American countries. Discussion followed after this proposal. It was decided that the 2006 World Brahman Congress site would be determined at the WBF meeting in Houston next February due to the absence of 2 countries who had also requested consideration in hosting the 2006 Congress. With no further business Adolfo Peniche motioned to adjourn. Seconded by Fabio Jaramillo. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. |
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World Brahman Federation Meeting ABBA Office-Houston, Texas February 19, 2001 The World Brahman Federation meeting was called to order by Jim Reeves. Representatives from the following countries were present: Australia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and the United States. Guests present were Rachel Williams and Cassie Abney. Rene Finol moved to accept the minutes of the previous meeting held in Pretoria, South Africa. John Croaker seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Rachel Williams and Cassie Abney of Two Girls Web Design made a presentation to the World Brahman Federation on the World Brahman Federation web site, www.worldbrahman.org. The WBF web site includes information such as the purpose of the WBF, member countries, upcoming events, congress information, scientific articles that are relative to each country, and member country pages. All member countries who have paid their dues will be included in the WBF web site. Member countries will need to submit information and updates to Two Girls Web Design and information will be on the web within one week or less. Website information forms were passed out to be filled out by each member country and returned to Two Girls Web Design as soon as possible including correct mailing addresses and association information. All countrires present were pleased with the web site and felt this was ideal for uniting Brahman breeders on a world wide level. Each country will have the opportunity to share their latest technical information across borders. Maximo Suero, President of the Dominican Brahman Association made a host the 2004 World Brahman Congress in the Dominican Republic in March 2004. Seconded by Fabio Jaramillo. Motion passed unanimously. After some discussion it was recommended that the exact date and schedule of events be announced 12 months in advance. It was also recommended that speakers from other countries be involved. John Croaker then gave an update on the 11th World Brahman Congress to be held in Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia on April 15-19, 2002. He reported that there will be five days of activities which include a welcome tour, technical sessions, Brahman judging, world junior judging, commercial cattle sale, social activities, and tour packages. For the technical program, he will request information from other countries such as statistics, video and photos for a brief presentation to be given by a representative from each country. Mr. Croaker reported that the entire congress is going to be focused on the Brahman breed on a global basis. Several questions followed such as whether or not there would be a split show. There will be one show that is not split (red/gray.) Questions with regards to the three tours offered also followed. Armelinda Ibarra gave a financial update and a membership update. All countries were encouraged to send their dues and submit web site information forms. John Croaker motioned to include flags of all known countries with addresses on the website until the World Brahman Congress in 2002. Seconded by Jim Reeves. Motioned passed unanimously. It was recommended that a letter be sent to all known countries giving them requirements for active membership in the WBF. The next scheduled meeting will be in Houston, Texas on February, 2002. With no further business to discuss meeting adjourned. List of attendees:
Submitted by: Armelinda Ibarra, Recording Secretary for the American Brahman Breeders Association. |
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World Brahman Federation Meeting Holiday Inn Hotel-Brooklyn Room Pretoria, South Africa August 22, 2000 at 7:00 pm |