The first female president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, who was instrumental in getting the beef checkoff passed, was awarded the Swan Family Leadership Award today at the 2015 Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio. The award, which recognizes worthy individuals who have made a difference during a lifetime of dedication and leadership to the beef industry, was presented … Read More
Cattlemen Gather in San Antonio
More than 7,000 cattlemen and women from across the country are registered to attend the 2015 Cattle Industry Convention and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Trade Show, which kicked off today at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. The convention, which will run through Feb. 7, is the largest annual gathering of the beef industry. NCBA President … Read More
Free BQA Certification from BIVI
Beef Quality Assurance’s (BQA) partnership with Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. (BIVI) has provided free certification through April 15, 2015. This announce was made during the Annual Cattle Industry Convention taking place right now. Beef and dairy producers can take advantage of free BQA certification online courtesy of BIVI and the BQA program, funded in part by the beef checkoff. BQA … Read More
Survey Shows High Beef Checkoff Support
A new survey just released by the Cattlemen’s Beef Board shows that support for the beef checkoff remains high. According to the survey of 1,209 beef and dairy producers conducted by the independent firm Aspen Media & Market Research, three out of four producers support the beef checkoff, while the number who disapprove of the program, at just 11 percent, … Read More
CattleFax Mobile App Approaches 100,000 Downloads
The CattleFax Mobile App has quickly become the go-to smartphone and tablet application for cattle producers and industry professionals needing market information on the go. The application is nearing 100,000 downloads as it celebrates its second anniversary during the 2015 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show. Another release will be available on the Apple App Store and Google Play … Read More
Angus to Host First International Genomics Event
The American Angus Association® and Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI) will host the first-ever International Genomics Symposium as part of the 2015 Angus Means Business National Convention and Trade Show. The event takes place Nov. 3 in Overland Park, Kan., and will provide cattle producers with cutting-edge information about advancements in genomics technology – and how these advances impact their businesses. … Read More
Zoetis Launching 'Healthy Beef Challenge'
Animal health company Zoetis is launching an effort to support education through state cattlemen’s associations. The “Healthy Beef Challenge” is an online quiz competition that encourages beef producers to test their knowledge about cattle health and productivity, the industry and products from Zoetis and will debut at the Cattle Industry Convention and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Trade Show in … Read More
New Z Tags® Z2 No-Tear-Tagging System
Datamars, Inc., a global leader in livestock identification ear tags, announced the introduction of its revolutionary new Z Tags® brand Z2 No-Tear-Tagging System for livestock. Unlike conventional two‐piece tagging systems, the Z Tags® Z2 No‐Tear-Tagging System features a unique new applicator with a kickback jaw that automatically retracts once the tag has been inserted. This patented feature, combined with a … Read More
Livestock and Poultry Groups Urge TPA Approval
As trade negotiators meet again this week, livestock and poultry producers both are urging Congress to approve Trade Promotion Authority for the president to move forward with major trade agreements. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association president Bob McCan of Texas says TPA is important for the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations. “The governments of many of our competitors are actively engaged in … Read More
Largest Horn Measuring Event Moves to Oklahoma
Each year, the Guiness World Record has been broken during the Horn Showcase measuring event hosted by the Texas Longhorn Breeders Association of America (TLBAA). Registered Texas Longhorns are measured at either a satellite location or the event venue while cattle are on display. Previously held in Fort Worth, Texas, the TLBAA is pleased to announce 2015 Horn Showcase will … Read More