National Cattlemen's Beef Association

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Meet the 2024 ESAP Region IV Winner: Blue Ranch of Moore County, Texas 🌾 With perennial water flowing and native grasses perfect for rotational grazing, Rex and Susan McCloy saw an opportunity to expand their extensive farming and cattle operation. A decade later, the Blue Ranch just south of Dumas in Moore County, Texas, is a benchmark for stewardship that yields highly efficient cattle production and a thriving wildlife habitat, while managing constant environmental improvements to the sundry rolling prairie in the northwestern Texas Panhandle. The McCloy’s goals are to achieve the highest levels of environmental, economic and social sustainability through holistic management practices; improve riparian areas to reduce erosion; create higher wildlife populations through improved natural habitats; and promote sustainable grazing practices by advocating at the local level and beyond. Congratulations, Blue Ranch! Thank you to our generous sponsors for their continued support of the Environmental Stewardship Award Program: USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, Corteva Agriscience, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and the National Cattlemen's Foundation.

Despite the date, this is no April Fool's joke! Tonight’s episode of Cattlemen to Cattlemen has valuable advice on how to navigate the spring cattle markets from the experts at CattleFax. We’ll also discuss NCBA’s research into red meat yield, and what the latest numbers mean for U.S. cattle producers. Be sure to tune in tonight on RFD-TV at 8:30pm ET or catch us on YouTube tomorrow at https://lnkd.in/gH3kJvys

This discussion between veterinarians and nutritionists delivers perspectives on optimizing feedlot performance through combined recommendations. TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods Drs. Kee Jim, Matt May, and Breck Hunsaker cover critical market challenges, strategic calf procurement decisions, and the role of data analytics in modern feedlot operations. The experts also explore the future of branded beef programs and the evolving relationship between commercial cattle producers and feedlots. Hear their insights for feedlot operators, cattle producers and industry professionals navigating today's complex market dynamics while preparing for future opportunities in beef production. Full episode is available wherever you listen to podcasts or on YouTube at https://lnkd.in/gSUGjG8h

Investing in the next generation of industry leaders has never been more important. Read more about Buck's thoughts and plans for leading NCBA this upcoming year in the latest National Cattlemen publication. 📰 https://bit.ly/4hG6ZJk

Meet the 2024 ESAP Region III Winner: Little Timber Farms of Blackduck, Minnesota 🌲 Located in northern Minnesota, Little Timber Farms is owned and operated by fourth-generation farmer Rachel Gray and her family. Over the years, the farm transitioned from dairy and crop production to cow-calf and the current heifer development operation. Gray recognized that the nutritious grass would benefit growing heifers through effective rotational grazing, and her family strives to improve the operation through healthier soil and healthier cattle. The family also takes protecting the Red Lake Watershed seriously as water eventually flows into Hudson Bay. Due to the family’s conservation practices, the farm has become a haven for wildlife and waterfowl, and species diversity has increased. Congratulations, Little Timber Farms! Thank you to our generous sponsors for their continued support of the Environmental Stewardship Award Program: USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, Corteva Agriscience, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and the National Cattlemen's Foundation.

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It’s been a great start to 2025 for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association as nearly 8,500 people attended CattleCon in San Antonio, bringing an incredible sense of energy and excitement for the year ahead. Colin Woodall, Chief Executive Officer of NCBA, stopped by the Cattlemen to Cattlemen studio to discusses some of the policy priorities the organization will focus on for the rest of the year. You can hear more of Colin’s interview, along with details on a new product from Corteva Agriscience that allows you to preserve white clover while getting enhanced broadleaf weed control, tonight on RFD-TV at 8:30pm ET or on YouTube tomorrow at https://lnkd.in/gH3kJvys

We are excited to welcome Mirko Erspamer to our Creative Services team as a new Graphic Designer! Mirko hails from Steamboat Springs, CO, where he has an extensive background in print design, branding, and high-volume production work. He will work with internal NCBA staff as well as state partners to provide graphic design and layout solutions for a variety of projects. Welcome aboard, Mirko!

Spring is upon us! 🌷☀️🌱🐮