Angus Underground

A Pivotal Decision for the Future

Episode Notes

In this episode, the hosts outline the gene editing debate lying before the Angus Board of Directors. After explaining the issue at hand and the nuances of the relationship of gene editing to genetically modified organisms, they explore the benefits and the myriad of potential unintended consequences. From advancing herd health to the fear of alienating consumers, David, Joe, Korbin, and Vince leave no stone unturned in this discussion.

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ShadyBrookAngusFarm.com

InsureMyBull.com

MontanaRanchAngus.com

Legacy Farms

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Quotes:

• “This is a very, very difficult issue. And it’s one that really requires a lot of insight and thought from the membership.” 
• “If we let these gene edits in, this will be a game changer. Game changer.”
• “Gene editing in its simplest form is basically the addition, subtraction or replacement of genes.”
• “If the genetic material is an alphabet, we’re still eating the same alphabet, we just rearranged the letters.”