Entries Open for the 2026 Angus for Every System Feedlot & Carcase Trial
Angus Australia is pleased to announce that entries are now open for the 2026 Angus for Every System Feedlot & Carcase Trial, hosted by Teys Australia and powered by Optiweigh. The trial continues to be one of the nation’s leading opportunities for producers to benchmark Angus influenced cattle and access comprehensive, industry relevant performance data.
A Unique Opportunity for Producers
This 140‑day commercial feedlot and carcase assessment program provides participants with:
- Real‑time feedlot performance data via Optiweigh units, live streamed through AngusTech.
- Detailed carcase and MSA eating quality feedback following processing, with all steers scanned at induction.
- Genomic insights through SteerSELECT to validate breeding programs and inform future decision‑making.
- Independent benchmarking across 50%, 75% and 100% Angus classes, helping producers see how their cattle stack up across the industry
Producers and supporters will come together at the Angus for Every System Awards Dinner during BeefEx 2026, to be held 22–24 September at the Gold Coast Convention Centre.
Competition Structure
Producers may enter teams of 10 steers, with up to two teams per vendor. Eligibility requires a minimum of 50% Angus breed content, with classes for 50%, 75%, and 100% Angus, including both Non Indicus and Indicus divisions.
Key specifications include:
- Weight range: 360–480 kg (ideal 380–460 kg)
- Dentition: 0–2 teeth (ideal 0 teeth)
- No HGP use in any class
- 140 days on feed at Teys Condamine Feedlot
- Pre‑vaccinations administered by Zoetis (RhinoGuard and BoviShield) before delivery.
Awards will be presented across all classes for feedlot performance, carcase performance and eating quality, culminating in the Overall Grand Champion Pen, Reserve Champion Pen (Breeders Cup), and Teys sponsored Black Angus categories.
Key Dates
- Entries open: 19 January 2026
- Entries close: 1 March 2026
- Delivery to Teys Condamine: 14 April 2026
- Induction: 15 April 2026
- Processing: 29 August 2026
- Results announced: Late September at BeefEx 2026
To find out more download the Angus for Every System Feedlot & Carcase Trial information brochure here
Angus For Every System Feedlot and Carcase Trial_Brochure
or click on the link below to go to the application form.
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APPLICATION FORMExclusive Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available
In addition to entries opening, Angus Australia is pleased to confirm that a range of exclusive sponsorship packages are now available for organisations wishing to align their brand with one of the beef industry’s most progressive and data‑rich commercial trials.
To find out more download our Sponsorship Prospectus here
Angus For Every System Feedlot & Carcase Trial_Sponsorship Package
For more information contact:
Jake Bourne, Business Development Executive — 0456 792 504 — jake.bourne@angusaustralia.com.au
Brett Tindal, Signature Ag Marketing — 0408 626 955 — brett@signatureag.com.au
