North Dakota Town Hall Meetings
2023-09-12 18:00 - 2023-09-13 18:00 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA CEO to speak at two I-BAND Town Hall Meetings
Ashley, N.D. – Tues., Sept. 12, 2023
When: Meal served at 6 p.m. CDT, and meeting starts at 7 p.m.
Where: Ashley American Legion Hall, 604 W. Main St., Ashley, ND 58413
Hebron, N.D. – Wed., Sept. 13, 2023
When: Meal served at 6 p.m. CDT, and meeting starts at 7 p.m.
Where: Hebron Community Center, 600 Washington Ave., Hebron, ND 58638
Contact: Kari Goldade (701) 214-0639 or independent.beef.assoc.nd@gmail.com

Description: The Independent Beef Association of North Dakota, an R-CALF USA affiliate organization, will host town hall meetings on Tuesday, Sept. 12 in Ashley, North Dakota, and on Wednesday, Sept. 13 in Hebron, North Dakota. The Ashley meeting will take place at the Ashley American Legion Hall, located at 604 W. Main St. And the Hebron meeting will take place at the Hebron Community Center which is located at 600 Washington Ave.
At both meetings, a free beef supper will be served at 6 p.m. and speakers will begin at 7 p.m. R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard will address the current state of the cattle industry, and what can and must be done to restore and maintain a viable and profitable cattle industry sector in the U.S. that supports independent ranchers.
The events are open to all who are interested in the future of the cattle industry, including ranchers, farmers, business owners, bankers, elected officials and more. RSVPs are encouraged but not required. Contact Kari Goldade at (701) 214-0639 or independent.beef.assoc.nd@gmail.com to RSVP.
R-CALF USA encourages American cattle farmers and ranchers to get involved in improving their industry by making their collective voices heard.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call 406-252-2516.

Platte, SD Calf Sale Fundraiser
2023-09-20 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | Platte Livestock Market, 36580 SD Highway 44, Platte, SD, 57369, United States
What: Platte Livestock Market to Host R-CALF USA Calf Sale Fundraiser
When: 1 p.m. CDT, Wed., Sept. 20, 2023
Where: Platte Livestock Market, 36580 SD Highway 44, Platte, SD 57369
Contact: Karina Jones 308-760-3466 or karinajones@r-calfusa.com; or Platte Livestock Market 605-337-2655

Description: Platte Livestock Market will host an R-CALF USA rollover auction calf sale fundraiser at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20. A yearling steer donated by James Fulwider and Kevin Talsma, of Iona, South Dakota, will be auctioned off with all proceeds going to R-CALF USA.
R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy will be present to assist with the event and answer any questions. Prior to the fundraiser, a free barbecue lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Rollover auctions are fundraising events put on by R-CALF USA volunteers to raise money for the organization. Those who wish to support the efforts of R-CALF USA can bid on the calf, then donate it back so it can be auctioned off again and again, until bidding ceases.
R-CALF USA is set apart from all other national cattle associations because it relies solely on membership dues and donations to carry out its mission to ensure the continued profitability and independence of United States cattle and sheep producers. It exists only because of support from its members. R-CALF USA encourages producers to get involved and make their collective voice heard.
R-CALF USA works on various issues such as mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL), beef checkoff reform, animal identification, sheep tariffs, animal health concerns, captive supplies, and packer ownership of livestock, as well as various trade agreements.
Businesses supported by the cattle industry and individuals in the cattle industry can contact R-CALF USA at (406) 252-2516 or r-calfusa@r-calfusa.com; or Karina Jones at (308) 760-3466 or karinajones@r-calfusa.com to make a contribution for the rollover auction.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

CEO To Speak at ICOW Meeting
2023-09-23 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver)
What: CEO to speak at ICOW Annual Meeting
When: 9 a.m. MDT, Sat., Sept. 23, 2023
Where: Buffalo Livestock Marketing, 44 TW Road, Buffalo, WY 82834
Contacts: Hugh Turk (307) 620-9271 or Judy McCullough jmccullough@collinscom.net

Description: The Independent Cattlemen of Wyoming or ICOW, an R-CALF USA affiliate organization, will host its 2023 Annual Meeting on Saturday, Sept. 23. The event will take place at the Buffalo Livestock Marketing arena, located at 44 TW Road in Buffalo, Wyoming.
The meeting will begin at 9 a.m. and R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard will give his presentation, “America’s Cattle Crisis Persists,” directly after the welcome. The presentation will cover the current state of the cattle industry, and what R-CALF USA is doing to restore and maintain a viable and profitable cattle industry sector in the U.S. that supports independent farmers and ranchers.
The ICOW meeting is free and open to the public. Buffalo Livestock Marketing will provide a reduced-cost lunch available for purchase. Lodging is available at SureStay Plus by Best Western Buffalo, call (307) 684-9564 to book a hotel room.
R-CALF USA encourages American cattle farmers and ranchers to get involved in improving their industry by making their collective voices heard.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call 406-252-2516.

CEO to speak at SDSGA Convention
2023-10-03 08:00 - 2023-10-04 17:00 (America/Denver)
EVENT NOTICE
NEBRASKA, SOUTH DAKOTA AND WYOMING

What: CEO to speak at SDSGA Annual Convention
When: Event to begin at 8:30 a.m. MDT, Tues., Oct. 3, 2023; CEO to speak at 12:30 p.m.
Where: The Box Event Center, 631 WaTiki Way, Box Elder, SD 57719
Contact: Doris Lauing (605) 342-0429 or office@southdakotastockgrowers.org

Description: The South Dakota Stockgrowers Association or SDSGA, an R-CALF USA affiliate organization, will host its 132nd Annual Convention and Trade Show on Tuesday, Oct. 3 and Wednesday, Oct. 4. The event will take place at The Box Events Center, located at 631 WaTiki Way in Box Elder, South Dakota.
The event will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 8:30 a.m. and R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard will speak at 12:30 p.m. Attendees have access to a variety of speakers, a trade show, raffle, banquet, entertainment, casino night, membership meeting and more.
Packages are available beginning at $220 a person for full registration, which includes all meals and events. Individual meal and event registration rates are also available. Register online at www.southdakotastockgrowers.org or mail registration to South Dakota Stockgrowers Association, PO Box 818, Rapid City, SD 57709. Lodging is available at the Courtyard by Marriott Rapid City, 580 WaTiki Way in Box Elder, South Dakota, call (605) 791-0945 and ask for the ‘SDSGA Room Block.’
R-CALF USA encourages American cattle farmers and ranchers to get involved in improving their industry by making their collective voices heard.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information visit www.r-calfusa.com or call 406-252-2516.

Former pres. to speak at ICOM meeting
2023-10-21 15:00 - 20:30 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA former president to speak at ICOM meeting
When: Meeting activities to begin at 3 p.m. CDT, Sat., Oct. 21, 2023; former president to speak at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Farber Hall, Crowder College, 601 Laclede Ave., Neosho, MO 64850
Contacts: Freddie Keaton (573) 247-1270 or Estella Osborn (417) 624-0415
Description: The Independent Cattlemen of Missouri or ICOM, an R-CALF USA affiliate organization, will host its 2023 Annual Meeting on Saturday, Oct. 21. The event will take place in Farber Hall at Crowder College, located at 601 Laclede Ave. in Neosho, Missouri.
A sponsor meet and greet will take place at 3 p.m. The business meeting will follow at 4:30 p.m. and a presentation from former R-CALF USA President Dr. Max Thornsberry will take place at 6:30 p.m. The event will conclude with a presentation by Steve Stratford at 7:30 p.m.
A beef dinner will be served at 6 p.m. Non-members are welcome to attend. The event has limited seating, please RSVP to Freddie Keaton (573) 247-1270 or Estella Osborn (417) 624-0415.
R-CALF USA encourages American cattle farmers and ranchers to get involved in improving their industry by making their collective voices heard.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call 406-252-2516.

OISA Day of Education
2023-11-04 09:30 - 17:00 (America/Denver)
What: Region Director to speak at OISA Day of Education
When: Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. CDT, Sat., Nov. 4, 2023
Where: Cattlemen’s Special Event Center, 1325 S. Agnew Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73108
Contact: Andrea Hutchison 580-886-5149 or bossybovine@yahoo.com

Description: The Oklahoma Independent Stockgrowers Association or OISA, an R-CALF USA affiliate organization, will host its 6th Annual Convention “Day of Education” on Saturday, Nov. 4. The event will take place at the Cattlemen’s Special Event Center, located at 1325 S. Agnew Ave. in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. R-CALF USA Region V Director Shad Sullivan will give his “War on Beef” presentation and global roundtable expert Tracy Hunt will present “The Truth Behind Sustainable Beef.” Other speakers will include Pastor John Paul, Mindy Patterson, Karen Elizabeth Glueck, Jerry Nine, Linda Murphy and Sandy Mooney Dean. The event will also feature a cattle industry panel and Oklahoma legislative updates.
The event is open to the public. Preregistration is $50 and includes breakfast, lunch and a membership to OISA. Attendees can pay at the door or send a check to OISA, P.O. Box 1044 Seiling, OK 73663. For more information visit https://oisa.us/.
R-CALF USA encourages American cattle farmers and ranchers to get involved in improving their industry by making their collective voices heard.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call 406-252-2516.

CEO to Speak at Producer Meeting in South Carolina
2023-11-07 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
What: CEO to Speak at Producer Meeting in South Carolina
When: 10 a.m. EST, Tues., Nov. 7, 2023
Where: Phillips Market Center, 117 Ballard Ct, West Columbia, SC 29172
Contact: Gwen McPhail, SCBMC Treasurer, (864) 247-7843 or wagyu4you@gmail.com

Description: The South Carolina Beef Marketing Cooperative (SCBMC) will host its Annual Round Up on Tuesday, Nov. 7. The event will take place at the Phillips Market Center, located at 117 Ballard Court in West Columbia, South Carolina.
The meeting will begin at 10 a.m. R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard is the featured guest speaker and will give his presentation “America’s Cattle Crisis Persists.” R-CALF USA Region XIII Director Alan Pruitt will also be in attendance. Lunch will be provided, and the event will conclude around 2 p.m.
Please RSVP by Nov. 2 for meal count to shopscbeef@gmail.com, and to learn more about SCBMC, visit www.shopscbeef.com.
R-CALF USA encourages American cattle farmers and ranchers to get involved in improving their industry by making their collective voices heard.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. Visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516 for more information.

CEO, Pres. to speak at I-BAND Annual Meeting
2023-11-18 08:00 - 18:30 (America/Denver)
What: CEO, President to speak at I-BAND Annual Meeting
When: Registration opens at 8 a.m. CST, Sat., Nov. 18, 2023; CEO, President to speak in afternoon
Where: Ramada Hotel, 1400 E. Interchange Ave., Bismarck, ND 58501
Contact: Kari Goldade, (701) 214-0639 or independent.beef.assoc.nd@gmail.com

Description: The Independent Beef Association of North Dakota (I-BAND), an R-CALF USA affiliate organization, will host its annual meeting on Saturday, Nov. 18. The event will take place at the Ramada Hotel located at 1400 E. Interchange Ave, in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Registration begins at 8 a.m. R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard and President Brett Kenzy will present in the afternoon.
A free hamburger lunch will be served. A prime rib supper will be available for $25 a plate and a kid’s plate will be available for $10. The convention is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. RSVPs are encouraged, contact Kari at (701) 214-0639 or independent.beef.assoc.nd@gmail.com.
Lodging is available at the Ramada Hotel, call 1-800-554-7077 to make a room reservation. For more information visit https://i-band.org/.
R-CALF USA encourages American cattle farmers and ranchers to get involved in improving their industry by making their collective voices heard.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call 406-252-2516.

R-CALF USA Facebook Live Meeting
2023-12-07 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA Facebook Live Meeting
When: 7 p.m. CST, Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023
Where: Online at www.Facebook.com/RCALFUSA
Description: R-CALF USA will host a Facebook Live meeting to update on recent industry activities and upcoming events at 7 p.m. CST on Thursday, Dec. 7. The live meeting participants will include R-CALF USA President and Region III Director Brett Kenzy, Vice President and Region VII Director Eric Nelson, and CEO Bill Bullard.
Everyone is invited to join the meeting via Facebook Live at www.Facebook.com/R-CALFUSA.
View the Farm Bill Platform at https://www.r-calfusa.com/farm-bill/.
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Ranchers-Cattlemen Action Legal Fund, United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only cattle trade association in the United States. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516 for more information.

Creighton Livestock Market Rollover
2023-12-09 12:30 - 13:00 (America/Denver)
When: 12:30 p.m. CST, Sat., Dec. 9, 2023
Where: Creighton Livestock Market Inc., 1103 Peabody Ave., Creighton, NE 68729
Contact: Brett Kenzy, R-CALF USA President and Board Director, (605) 830-9860 or kenzyranch@yahoo.com;
Candace Bullard, R-CALF USA Operations Director, (406) 591-9009 or candacebullard@r-calfusa.com

Creighton Livestock Market Inc. will host an R-CALF USA rollover auction fundraiser for the third year in a row on Saturday, Dec. 9. The event will take place during its upcoming bred cows and pairs sale at approximately 12:30 p.m. after the bred heifers. Paulsen Land and Cattle/Matt Paulsen of Niobrara, Nebraska, will donate a bred heifer to be auctioned off.
R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy of Gregory, South Dakota, and Vice President Eric Nelson of Moville, Iowa, will be present to answer any questions and speak with producers.
Rollover auctions are fundraising events put on by R-CALF USA volunteers to raise money for the organization. Those who wish to support the efforts of R-CALF USA can bid on the animal, then donate it back so it can be auctioned off again and again, until bidding ceases. After the last rollover bid, the animal will be sold with $1,000 of its sale proceeds going to R-CALF USA.
R-CALF USA is set apart from all other national cattle associations because it relies 100% on membership dues and donations to carry out its mission to ensure the continued profitability and independence of United States cattle and sheep producers. It exists only because of support from its members.
R-CALF USA works on various issues such as mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL), beef checkoff reform, animal identification, sheep tariffs, animal health concerns, captive supplies, and packer ownership of livestock, as well as various trade agreements.
R-CALF USA encourages producers to get involved and make their collective voice heard. Individuals and businesses supported by the U.S. cattle industry can contact R-CALF USA at (406) 252-2516 or r-calfusa@r-calfusa.com to contribute to the rollover auction.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Winner Livestock Rollover Fundraiser
2023-12-15 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver)
What: Winner Livestock Auction to Host Rollover Auction Fundraiser
When: 12:15 p.m. CST, Fri., Dec. 15, 2023
Where: Winner Livestock Auction Co., 31690 Livestock Barn Road, Winner, SD 57580
Contact: Brett Kenzy, R-CALF USA President and Board Director, 605-830-9860 or kenzyranch@yahoo.com;
Candace Bullard, R-CALF USA Operations Director, 406-591-9009 or candacebullard@r-calfusa.com
Winner Livestock Auction Company will host a rollover calf sale fundraiser at 12:15 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 15, in Winner, South Dakota, in between a hay sale which begins at noon and a special bred cow and heifer sale that starts following the R-CALF USA fundraiser. R-CALF USA members Lonnie and Pam Dreyer, from Winner, South Dakota, have donated a steer calf for the event, and R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy, from Gregory, South Dakota, will be on hand to assist with the event and answer any questions.
Rollover auctions are fundraising events put on by R-CALF USA volunteers to raise money for the organization. Those who wish to support the efforts of R-CALF USA can bid on the animal, then donate it back so it can be auctioned off again and again, until bidding ceases. After the last rollover bid, the animal will be sold to the highest bidder with proceeds going to R-CALF USA.
R-CALF USA is set apart from all other national cattle associations because it relies 100% on membership dues and donations to carry out its mission to ensure the continued profitability and independence of United States cattle and sheep producers. It exists only because of support from its members.
R-CALF USA works on various issues such as mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL), beef checkoff reform, animal identification, sheep tariffs, animal health concerns, captive supplies, and packer ownership of livestock, as well as various trade agreements.
R-CALF USA encourages producers to get involved and make their collective voice heard. Individuals and businesses supported by the U.S. cattle industry can contact R-CALF USA at (406) 252-2516 or r-calfusa@r-calfusa.com to contribute to the rollover auction.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Tri-County Stockyards in Motley, MN to Host Calf Sale
2023-12-30 11:55 - 12:10 (America/Denver)
What: Tri-County Stockyards to Host Rollover Auction Fundraiser
When: 11:55 a.m. CST, Sat., Dec. 30, 2023
Where: Tri-County Stockyards LLC, 32638 US Highway 10, Motley, MN 56466
Contact: Eric Nelson, R-CALF USA Vice President and Board Director, 712-540-5633 or efarrisnelson@gmail.com; or
Candace Bullard, R-CALF USA Operations Director, 406-591-9009 or candacebullard@r-calfusa.com

Tri-County Stockyards LLC will host a rollover auction fundraiser to benefit R-CALF USA at its upcoming bred stock cow/bred heifer and slaughter cattle sale on Saturday, Dec. 30. R-CALF USA Vice President and Region VII Director Eric Nelson, of Moville, Iowa, will be present to speak with producers and assist with the event.
Rollover auctions are fundraising events put on by R-CALF USA volunteers to raise money for the organization. Those who wish to support the efforts of R-CALF USA can bid on the animal, then donate it back so it can be auctioned off again and again, until bidding ceases. After the last rollover bid, the animal will be sold to the highest bidder with proceeds going to R-CALF USA.
R-CALF USA is set apart from all other national cattle associations because it relies solely on membership dues and donations to carry out its mission to ensure the continued profitability and independence of United States cattle and sheep producers. It exists only because of support from its members.
R-CALF USA works on various issues such as mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL), beef checkoff reform, animal identification, sheep tariffs, animal health concerns, captive supplies, and packer ownership of livestock, as well as various trade agreements.
R-CALF USA encourages producers to get involved and make their collective voice heard. Individuals and businesses supported by the U.S. cattle industry can contact R-CALF USA at (406) 252-2516 or r-calfusa@r-calfusa.com to make a contribution for the rollover auction.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Atkinson Livestock Market Rollover Fundraiser
2024-01-23 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver)
What: Atkinson Livestock Market to Host R-CALF USA Rollover Fundraiser
When: Noon CST, Tues., Jan. 23, 2024
Where: Atkinson Livestock Market, 87604 S. Wixon St., Atkinson, NE 68713
Contacts: Brett Kenzy, R-CALF USA President, (605) 830-9860 or kenzyranch@yahoo.com; or
Candace Bullard, R-CALF USA Operations Director, (406) 591-9009 or
candacebullard@r-calfusa.com

Atkinson Livestock Market will host an R-CALF USA rollover auction fundraiser at noon during its Special Calf Auction on Tuesday, Jan. 23. Landmark Angus – Greg Todd, of Brunswick, will donate a heifer calf to be auctioned off. Past Atkinson calf donors Bob Mitchell, of Atkinson; Ehlers Ranch – Matt Ehlers, of Amelia; and Mark Lemmer, of Atkinson, have pledged donations to the fundraiser.
R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy will be at the event to speak to area producers. Kenzy represents members in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Nebraska.
Rollover auctions are fundraising events put on by R-CALF USA volunteers to raise money for the organization. Those who wish to support the efforts of R-CALF USA can bid on the animal, then donate it back so it can be auctioned off again and again, until bidding ceases. After the last rollover bid, the animal will be sold to the highest bidder with proceeds going to R-CALF USA.
R-CALF USA is set apart from all other national cattle associations because it relies 100% on membership dues and donations to carry out its mission to ensure the continued profitability and independence of United States cattle and sheep producers. It exists only because of support from its member donors.
R-CALF USA works on various issues such as mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL), beef checkoff reform, animal identification, sheep tariffs, animal health concerns, captive supplies, and packer ownership of livestock, as well as various trade agreements.
R-CALF USA encourages producers to get involved and make their collective voice heard. Individuals and businesses supported by the U.S. cattle industry can contact R-CALF USA at (406) 252-2516 or r-calfusa@r-calfusa.com to make a contribution for the rollover auction.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Iowa Stock Growers Assoc. Meeting
2024-01-24 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver)
What: Iowa Stock Growers Association (ISGA) Meeting
When: 10 a.m. CST, Wed., Jan. 24, 2024
Where: Gateway Hotel and Conference Center, 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA 50014
Contact: Eric Nelson, R-CALF USA Vice President and ISGA President, (712) 540-5633 or iowastockgrowersassociation@gmail.com

The Iowa Stock Growers Association, an R-CALF USA affiliate organization, will host a producer meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 24. The event will take place at the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center just south of the hotel lobby, located at 2100 Green Hills Drive, in Ames, Iowa.
The meeting will begin at 10 a.m. and conclude around 2 p.m. Coffee will be available at 9:30 a.m. and lunch will be served at noon. The meeting is free and open to the public.
The meeting will address Iowa State Legislature strategies and national policy initiative updates. Topics will include competition, checkoff, mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL), trade, antitrust, and mRNA vaccines and their potential impacts to the industry.
RSVPs are strongly encouraged. Please contact Eric Nelson at (712) 540-5633 or iowastockgrowersassociation@gmail.com by Jan. 23.
R-CALF USA encourages American cattle farmers and ranchers to get involved in improving their industry by making their collective voices heard.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

R-CALF USA at the BHSS
2024-01-26 10:00 - 2024-02-03 19:30 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA at the Black Hills Stock Show
Where: The Monument, 444 Mount Rushmore Road N., Rapid City, SD 57701
Re: R-CALF USA Marketing Director to be Available
Fri., Jan. 26 – Sat., Feb. 3, 2024

R-CALF USA Producer Meeting With Q&A and Social
Fine Arts Theatre Lobby
4 – 6 p.m. MST, Wed., Jan. 31

R-CALF USA CEO to Speak at Cattle Producer Seminar
Barnett Fieldhouse
9 a.m. – Noon MST, Thurs., Feb. 1
Contact: Jaiden Moreland, R-CALF USA Marketing Director, (832) 922-1002 or jaidenmoreland@r-calfusa.com

R-CALF USA and its state affiliate, the South Dakota Stockgrowers Association, will have a joint booth at the Black Hills Stock Show at The Monument, in Rapid City, South Dakota. It will be on the Lower East Concourse, Spaces 117 and 118. The famous, hand-carved saddle made by Baxter Badure, of Belvidere, South Dakota, will be on display, and raffle tickets to win it will be available. The proceeds will go to R-CALF USA.
R-CALF USA Marketing Director Jaiden Moreland will be available from Friday, Jan. 26 to Saturday, Feb. 3. Several leaders of R-CALF USA will be on hand throughout the week, including R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy; Vice President Eric Nelson; Region Directors Judy McCullough, Dave Hyde, and Eric Gropper; and Committee Chairs Vaughn Meyer, Kenny Fox, and Bill Kluck.
On Wednesday, Jan. 31, R-CALF USA will host a producer meeting with Q&A and social in the Fine Arts Theatre Lobby at The Monument, from 4 – 6 p.m. R-CALF USA board members will discuss industry and organizational updates. The meeting is free and open to the public.
On Thursday, Feb. 1, R-CALF USA and SDSGA will host the Cattle Producer Seminar in the Barnett Fieldhouse at The Monument, from 9 a.m. – noon. The event will include keynote speakers Lonesome Lands Journalist Jim Mundorf and R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard, a panel with representatives from the offices of U.S. Sens. Thune and Rounds and U.S. Rep. Johnson, and an update on local South Dakota legislation.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only cattle trade association in the United States. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Watch Tomi’s Interview of Coy Young
2024-01-29 19:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
To: R-CALF USA Members, Affiliates, and Friends
Re: Watch Tomi Lahren’s Interview of R-CALF USA Member Coy Young
When: 7 p.m. EST, Mon., Jan. 29, 2024
Where: Outkick.com, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Fox Nation

Watch Tomi Lahren’s interview with R-CALF USA member Coy Young. The episode is expected to air on Monday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. The interview will discuss the More Perfect Union documentary, How Big Beef Is Killing America’s Farmers, that featured Young and the corruption and fall of the American beef industry. Together, R-CALF USA and Young launched No Rancher Left Behind, a rancher/farmer conversation and awareness campaign.
Watch the Tomi Lahren Is Fearless show special on Outkick.com at:
https://www.outkick.com/tomilahrenisfearless/
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https://nation.foxnews.com/tomi-lahren-is-fearless-nation/
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Please watch and consider sharing this far and wide.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Meeting and Social at BHSS
2024-01-31 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA at the Black Hills Stock Show
Where: The Monument, 444 Mount Rushmore Road N., Rapid City, SD 57701
Re: R-CALF USA Producer Meeting With Q&A and Social
Fine Arts Theatre Lobby
4 – 6 p.m. MST, Wed., Jan. 31
R-CALF USA CEO to Speak at Cattle Producer Seminar
Barnett Fieldhouse
9 a.m. – Noon MST, Thurs., Feb. 1
Contact: Jaiden Moreland, R-CALF USA Marketing Director, (832) 922-1002 or jaidenmoreland@r-calfusa.com

R-CALF USA and its state affiliate, the South Dakota Stockgrowers Association, will have a joint booth at the Black Hills Stock Show at The Monument, in Rapid City, South Dakota. It will be on the Lower East Concourse, Spaces 117 and 118. The famous, hand-carved saddle made by Baxter Badure, of Belvidere, South Dakota, will be on display, and raffle tickets to win it will be available. The proceeds will go to R-CALF USA.
R-CALF USA Marketing Director Jaiden Moreland will be available from Friday, Jan. 26 to Saturday, Feb. 3. Several leaders of R-CALF USA will be on hand throughout the week, including R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy; Vice President Eric Nelson; Region Directors Judy McCullough, Dave Hyde, and Eric Gropper; and Committee Chairs Vaughn Meyer, Kenny Fox, and Bill Kluck.
On Wednesday, Jan. 31, R-CALF USA will host a producer meeting with Q&A and social in the Fine Arts Theatre Lobby at The Monument, from 4 – 6 p.m. R-CALF USA board members will discuss industry and organizational updates. The meeting is free and open to the public.
On Thursday, Feb. 1, R-CALF USA and SDSGA will host the Cattle Producer Seminar in the Barnett Fieldhouse at The Monument, from 9 a.m. – noon. The event will include keynote speakers Lonesome Lands Journalist Jim Mundorf and R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard, a panel with representatives from the offices of U.S. Sens. Thune and Rounds and U.S. Rep. Johnson, and an update on local South Dakota legislation.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only cattle trade association in the United States. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Cattle Producer Seminar at BHSS
2024-02-01 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA at the Black Hills Stock Show
Where: The Monument, 444 Mount Rushmore Road N., Rapid City, SD 57701
Re: R-CALF USA CEO to Speak at Cattle Producer Seminar
Barnett Fieldhouse
9 a.m. – Noon MST, Thurs., Feb. 1
Contact: Jaiden Moreland, R-CALF USA Marketing Director, (832) 922-1002 or jaidenmoreland@r-calfusa.com

R-CALF USA and its state affiliate, the South Dakota Stockgrowers Association, will have a joint booth at the Black Hills Stock Show at The Monument, in Rapid City, South Dakota. It will be on the Lower East Concourse, Spaces 117 and 118. The famous, hand-carved saddle made by Baxter Badure, of Belvidere, South Dakota, will be on display, and raffle tickets to win it will be available. The proceeds will go to R-CALF USA.
R-CALF USA Marketing Director Jaiden Moreland will be available from Friday, Jan. 26 to Saturday, Feb. 3. Several leaders of R-CALF USA will be on hand throughout the week, including R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy; Vice President Eric Nelson; Region Directors Judy McCullough, Dave Hyde, and Eric Gropper; and Committee Chairs Vaughn Meyer, Kenny Fox, and Bill Kluck.
On Wednesday, Jan. 31, R-CALF USA will host a producer meeting with Q&A and social in the Fine Arts Theatre Lobby at The Monument, from 4 – 6 p.m. R-CALF USA board members will discuss industry and organizational updates. The meeting is free and open to the public.
On Thursday, Feb. 1, R-CALF USA and SDSGA will host the Cattle Producer Seminar in the Barnett Fieldhouse at The Monument, from 9 a.m. – noon. The event will include keynote speakers Lonesome Lands Journalist Jim Mundorf and R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard, a panel with representatives from the offices of U.S. Sens. Thune and Rounds and U.S. Rep. Johnson, and an update on local South Dakota legislation.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only cattle trade association in the United States. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

CEO To Speak at Two Meetings in Arkansas
2024-02-23 18:00 - 2024-02-24 11:00 (America/Denver)
What: CEO To Speak at Two Meetings in Arkansas
Re: Fri., Feb. 23, 2024 – Cattle Producer Meeting and BBQ Dinner
Yell County Wildlife Federation, 10035 Wildlife Ln, Dardanelle AR 72834
6 p.m. CST
Contact: R-CALF USA Region XII Director Mike Jones (479) 699-4030 or 13cattlecompany@gmail.com

Sat., Feb. 24, 2024 – Arkansas Angus Association Annual Meeting
MarketPlace Grill, 600 Skyline Dr, Conway AR 72032
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. CST
Contact: AR Angus Association President Samuel Haley, (501) 590-1180 or
haleysamq@yahoo.com; or Maybelle (501) 593-1295 or casterfarm@gmail.com

R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard will speak at two meetings in Arkansas, on Feb. 23 and 24. R-CALF USA Region XII Director Mike Jones will be present and available to answer questions at both events. Jones is from Dardanelle and represents Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.
On Friday, Feb. 23, R-CALF USA will host a producer meeting and barbeque dinner. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. at the Yell County Wildlife Federation Building located at 10035 Wildlife Lane in Dardanelle. Local processor Taylor’s Fatted Calf and Greenway Equipment will sponsor the meal and event. Friday’s event is free and open to the public. RSVPs are encouraged, call Mike Jones at (479) 699-4030 or email 13cattlecompany@gmail.com.
On Saturday, Feb. 24, the Arkansas Angus Association will host its annual meeting at the MarketPlace Grill located at 600 Skyline Drive in Conway. The meeting will be from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Lunch will not be provided; however, attendees can show up early to order and pay for their meals before the meeting.
The Arkansas Angus Association is strictly an Arkansas producer group; although, anyone is welcome to attend the meeting to hear Bullard’s presentation. RSVP to Maybelle at (501) 593-1295 or casterfarm@gmail.com.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only cattle trade association in the United States. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Producer Meeting - Niobrara, NE
2024-03-19 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA To Host Cattle Producer Meeting
When: 7 p.m. CDT, Tues., March 19, 2024
Where: Sportsmen’s Bar, 25411 Park Ave., Niobrara, NE 68760
Contacts: R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy (605) 830-9860 or kenzyranch@yahoo.com; or R-CALF USA Vice President Eric Nelson (712) 540-5633 or efarrisnelson@gmail.com; or Matt Paulsen (308) 750-6726 or mpaul468@gmail.com

Description: R-CALF USA member Matt Paulsen will host an independent cattle producer meeting on Tuesday, March 19, at the Sportsmen’s Bar, 25411 Park Ave., in Niobrara, Nebraska. The meeting is free and open to anyone interested in learning more about the most pressing issues facing the U.S. cattle industry.
Dinner will not be provided; attendees are encouraged to arrive early to order and pay for their food and beverages before the meeting starts.
Speakers will be R-CALF USA President/Region III Director Brett Kenzy and R-CALF USA Vice President/Region VII Director Eric Nelson. Kenzy will give an overview of the current state of the U.S. cattle industry and R-CALF USA’s activities, while Nelson will give a brief update on R-CALF USA’s historic antitrust litigation and other issues.
R-CALF USA represents the U.S. cattle and sheep industries in trade and marketing issues to ensure the continued profitability and viability of independent U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is the largest producer-only organization fighting to bring back mandatory country of origin labeling for beef, to stop anti-competitive and unjust practices by the four largest packers, to prevent high-risk imports from countries with disease outbreaks, to allow U.S. cattle producers to promote their USA beef within the beef checkoff program and make the checkoff voluntary, and to seek tariffs and tariff rate quotas to save the U.S. sheep industry from price-depressing imports.
R-CALF USA is set apart from all other national cattle associations because it relies solely on membership dues and donations to carry out its mission to ensure the continued profitability and independence of United States cattle and sheep producers. It exists only because of support from its members. R-CALF USA encourages producers to get involved and make their collective voice heard.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only cattle trade association in the United States. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516 for more information.

Belle Fourche Livestock Calf Sale Fundraiser
2024-04-04 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver)
What: Belle Fourche Livestock Market to Host R-CALF USA Calf Sale Fundraiser
When: Noon, MDT, Thurs., April 4, 2024
Where: Belle Fourche Livestock Market, 18662 Livestock Road, Belle Fourche, SD 57717
Contacts:
R-CALF USA Checkoff Chair Vaughn Meyer, (605) 430-4372 or sdangus@sdplains.com
R-CALF USA Sheep Chair Bill Kluck, (605) 645-8773 or echofarm@goldenwest.net
R-CALF USA Member Rick Fox, (605) 391-8215

Description: Belle Fourche Livestock Market LLC will host a rollover calf sale fundraiser auction at noon, on Thursday, April 4. R-CALF USA Checkoff Committee Chair and Sodak Angus Ranch owner, Vaughn Meyer, will donate a butcher-ready steer calf to be auctioned off. If necessary, Meyer can transport the steer to a local butcher.
Rollover auctions are fundraising events put on by R-CALF USA volunteers to raise money for the organization. Those who wish to support the efforts of R-CALF USA can bid on the calf, and then donate it back so it can be auctioned off again and again until bidding ceases. After the last rollover bid, the calf is sold to the highest bidder with proceeds going to R-CALF USA.
According to the Department of Agriculture’s recently released census data, in the last five years, the U.S. has lost over 107,000 beef cattle ranches. Today, only 622,000 of America’s 1.3 million beef cattle ranches in 1980 remain. In 1982 there were 17,000 full-time sheep operations, and today less than 6,400 of them remain.
R-CALF USA works on various issues that will reverse America’s ranching crisis such as mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL) on beef, animal identification options, beef checkoff reform, sheep tariffs, animal health concerns, packer control of livestock, as well as various trade agreements. R-CALF USA’s ongoing, historic class-action antitrust case against the Big 4 meatpackers could prove to be the most significant event of the century in the U.S. cattle industry.
R-CALF USA is set apart from all other national cattle associations because it relies 100 percent on membership dues and donations to carry out its mission to ensure the continued profitability and independence of United States cattle and sheep producers. This gives R-CALF USA the independence to take on the toughest, most crucial challenges facing America’s cattle and sheep producers without fear that the government or a powerful advertiser or corporation will pull its funding.
R-CALF USA encourages cattle and sheep producers and others to get involved and make their collective voices heard. Individuals or businesses supported by the U.S. cattle or sheep industries can contact Vaughn Meyer at (605) 430-4372 or sdangus@sdplains.com , Bill Kluck at (605) 645-8773 or echofarm@goldenwest.net, or Rick Fox at (605) 391-8215 to pledge a contribution for the rollover auction. Names of businesses or individual contributors who are unable to attend in person will be announced during the fundraiser.
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Activities carried out by R-CALF USA for the benefit of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries are funded exclusively by the independent cattle and sheep producers who pay their membership dues and by livestock producers, main-street businesses, and other individuals who participate in and contribute to fundraising events.
Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, please visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Sheep Producer Meeting
2024-04-11 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA To Host Sheep Producer Meeting
When: 5 p.m. MDT, Thurs., April 11, 2024
Where: High Plains Restaurant, 105 S. Dartmouth Ave., Newell, SD 57760
Contact: R-CALF USA Sheep Chair Bill Kluck, (605) 645-8773 or echofarm@goldenwest.net

Description: R-CALF USA Sheep Committee Chair Bill Kluck will host an informational meeting after the sheep sale at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, at the High Plains Restaurant, 105 S. Dartmouth Ave., in Newell, South Dakota. The meeting is free and open to all independent sheep producers or anyone interested in the sheep industry. Dinner will not be provided.
Kluck will discuss R-CALF USA’s petition for relief on behalf of American sheep producers and why Congress needs to pass legislation to enact tariffs on imported lamb and mutton to save the U.S. sheep industry from price-depressing imports. Jim Selchert from U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds’ (R-S.D.) office will attend the meeting.
On August 3, 2023, Protect American Lamb, a project under the auspices of the R-CALF USA Sheep Committee, petitioned the United States Trade Representative for relief from lamb and mutton imports. Our petition requests our U.S. Trade Ambassador to direct the U.S. International Trade Commission to conduct a Global Safeguard Investigation and it asks Congress to establish tariffs on imported lamb and mutton to encourage regrowth in our U.S. sheep industry.
R-CALF USA represents the U.S. cattle and sheep industries in trade and marketing issues to ensure the continued profitability and viability of independent U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It relies solely on membership dues and donations to carry out its mission to ensure the continued profitability and independence of U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It exists only because of support from its members. R-CALF USA encourages producers to get involved and make their collective voice heard.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only cattle trade association in the United States. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516 for more information.

Director To Speak at BQBA Meeting
2024-04-14 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA Director To Speak at Buckeye Quality Beef Association Meeting
When: 2 p.m. EDT, Sun., April 14, 2024
Where: Perry Township Fire Department, 4625 Boggs Rd., Zanesville, OH 43701
Contacts: R-CALF USA Region VIII Director Dave Hyde (740) 381-2699 or dhydefarm@windstream.net; or BQBA President Larry Queen queenfarm5488@gmail.com; or Vic Sellers wvs01@icloud.com

Description: The Buckeye Quality Beef Association (BQBA), an R-CALF USA affiliate organization, will host a meeting at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, at the Perry Township Fire Department located at 4625 Boggs Road in Zanesville, Ohio.
The meeting is open to all cattle producers and will include discussion on policy and current legislation. R-CALF USA Region VIII Director Dave Hyde, of Bloomingdale, will give an R-CALF USA update.
R-CALF USA represents the U.S. cattle and sheep industries in trade and marketing issues to ensure the continued profitability and viability of independent U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is the largest producer-only organization fighting to bring back mandatory country of origin labeling for beef, to stop anticompetitive and unjust practices by the four largest packers, to prevent high-risk imports from countries with disease outbreaks, to allow U.S. cattle producers to promote their USA beef within the beef checkoff program and make the checkoff voluntary, and to seek tariffs to save the U.S. sheep industry from price-depressing imports.
R-CALF USA is set apart from all other national cattle associations because it relies solely on membership dues and donations to carry out its mission to ensure the continued profitability and independence of United States cattle and sheep producers. It exists only because of support from its members. R-CALF USA encourages producers to get involved and make their collective voice heard.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only cattle trade association in the United States. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516 for more information.

Ft. Pierre Livestock to Host Calf Sale
2024-06-07 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA Rollover Calf Sale Fundraiser
When: Between noon and 1 p.m. CDT, Fri., June 7, 2024
Where: Fort Pierre Livestock Auction, 802 Salebarn Rd., Fort Pierre, SD 57532
Contact: Ft. Pierre Livestock Auction, (605) 223-2576 or auction@ftpierrelivestock.com

Description: Ft. Pierre Livestock Auction will host its annual R-CALF USA rollover auction calf sale fundraiser between noon and 1 p.m., Friday, June 7. A calf donated by longtime member supporters Dean and Delia Johnson, of Fairburn, South Dakota, will be auctioned off with all proceeds going to R-CALF USA.
A free beef BBQ lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and raffle tickets will be available for purchase for the annual R-CALF USA saddle, custom made by Baxter Badure, of Belvidere, South Dakota.
Rollover auctions are fundraising events put on by R-CALF USA volunteers to raise money for the organization. Those who wish to support the efforts of R-CALF USA can bid on the calf, then donate it back so it can be auctioned off again and again, until bidding ceases.
R-CALF USA is set apart from all other national cattle associations because it relies solely on membership dues and donations to carry out its mission to ensure the continued profitability and independence of United States cattle producers. R-CALF USA exists only because of support from its members.
R-CALF USA encourages cattle and sheep producers and others to get involved and make their collective voices heard. Individuals or businesses supported by the U.S. cattle or sheep industries can contact FPLA at (605) 223-2576 to pledge a contribution for the rollover auction. Names of businesses or individual contributors who are unable to attend in person will be announced during the fundraiser.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only cattle trade association in the United States. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

CEO To Speak in La Junta, CO
2024-07-20 08:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
What: CEO To Speak at CICA Convention
When: Registration starts at 8 a.m. MDT, Sat., July 20; CEO to speak at 7 p.m.
Where: Otero College, Rizzuto Banquet Room, 2001 San Juan Ave., La Junta, CO 81050
Contact: CICA Intern Carli Carter, carli09jo@gmail.com; or CICA Director Barb Leininger, (719) 469-9634 or barzl1980@gmail.com

Description: The Colorado Independent CattleGrowers Association (CICA), an R-CALF USA affiliate, will hold its annual convention on Saturday, July 20. Saturday’s activities will take place at Otero College in the Student Center Rizzuto Banquet Room located at 2001 San Juan Ave. in La Junta, Colorado.
Registration will open at 8 a.m. on Saturday. The morning session will feature committee meetings, resolution discussions and Colorado state Representative Ken DeGraaf’s presentation “Climate Con.” American Stewards of Liberty Executive Director Margaret Byfield will present “Assault on Our Land & Liberty” at 1 p.m., and a business meeting and social hour will follow. A beef brisket dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard will give the keynote address, “America’s Unprecedented Cattle Crisis Persists,” at 7 p.m.
On Friday, July 19, CICA has arranged tours of the Innovative Water Technologies facility located at 29625 Industrial Park Road in Rocky Ford, Colorado, at 1 p.m. and the Colorado State University Arkansas Valley Research Center located at 27901 Road 21 in Rocky Ford, at 3 p.m. Following the tours, a ribeye steak dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. Multimin USA Technical Sales Representative Dave Link will give a presentation at 6:15 p.m., and the Ben Kittleson family will give a personal account on wolf depredation at 7 p.m.
Convention registration is $100. View the event agenda here. To request a registration packet, contact Carli Carter at carli09jo@gmail.com. The convention is open to the public, and all are welcome to attend. Lodging is available at the Hampton Inn La Junta, call (719) 384-4444 to make a room reservation. Ask for the CICA rate.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, please visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Stadheim Family Benefit Auction
2024-07-22 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver)
What: Stadheim Family Benefit Rollover Auction
When: Noon MDT, Mon., July 22, 2024
Where: Faith Livestock Auction, 127 N. Fifth Ave. W., Faith, SD 57626
Contact: Dace Harper, Faith Livestock Auction, (605) 967-2200 or (605) 515-1535

Description: A benefit rollover auction in memory of Rainn J. Stadheim, daughter of Jeremy and Carrie Stadheim of Reeder, North Dakota, is scheduled for noon on Monday, July 22 at Faith Livestock Auction in Faith, South Dakota.
A 900-pound Hereford steer, donated by Herman Schumacher of Herreid, South Dakota, will be auctioned off with all of the proceeds going to the Stadheim family.
For more information about the benefit rollover auction, call Dace Harper at (605) 967-2200 or (605) 515-1535.
For those who want to support aside from the rollover auction, make a check payable to the “Rainn Stadheim Family Memorial” and mail it to Stockman Bank of Montana, P.O. Box 6, Terry, MT 59349, (406) 635-5591.
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Online PSA Comment Writing Night
2024-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
What: PSA Comment Writing Night
When: 6 p.m. MDT, Wed., Aug. 14, 2024
Where: Via Zoom
Subject: Join Us In Supporting USDA’s New Rancher Protections
Description: WORC, along with our partners CFFE and RCALF-USA and Open Markets Institute, are hosting a Packers and Stockyards Act Comment Writing Night in response to USDA’s proposed rule on “Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets”.
These rules would provide much-needed clarity for courts nationwide, and help ensure fair treatment for independent cattle producers by multinational meatpacking corporations.
During this Zoom call, we will hear from cattle producers and experts in the field on why these rules are vital to producers, and what kind of comments will make an impact. We’ll have time to ask questions and hear answers from the panelists and other producers.
August 14 at 6 p.m. MDT
Register at this Zoom link
We will begin the night hearing from experts in the field who will be providing context and information on this rule:
Patty Lovera: Lovera brings an impressive background in grassroots organizing on farm and food issues and lobbying in Washington, D.C., as well as extensive knowledge of farming topics. She has been an ally to WORC for several years offering legal advice and expertise.
Claire Kelloway: Kelloway is the program manager for fair food and farming systems at the Open Markets Institute. She is the primary writer for Food & Power, a first-of-its-kind website, providing original reporting and resources on monopoly power in food and agriculture. She also oversees Open Markets’ policy research into the legal underpinnings of corporations and market concentration in the food sector.
Bill Bullard: Formerly a cow/calf producer in South Dakota, Bullard also serves as the CEO of R-CALF USA. He has testified on behalf of R-CALF USA before Congress and executive branch agencies, manages numerous lawsuits on behalf of the organization, and authored an antitrust paper published in the South Dakota Law Review.
We have until September 11th to submit comments on the proposed rule. The meat packers and industry associations are already making their voices heard loud and clear. They don’t want this rule implemented so they can continue to rig the system and control the market. Independent producers in the cattle industry need to show mass support for these proposed rules, and be able to hold packers accountable for violating the Packers and Stockyards Act.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Committee Chairs to Speak at ICOM Meeting Sept. 14
2024-09-14 16:30 - 21:00 (America/Denver)
What: Committee Chairs to Speak at ICOM Annual Meeting
When: 4:30 p.m. CDT, Sat., Sept. 14, 2024
Where: Black Silo Winery, 4030 E. 10th St., Trenton, MO 64683
Contacts: R-CALF USA Director and ICOM President Freddie Keaton, (573) 247-1270 or keatns@hotmail.com; or Judy Urton, (660) 635-1380 or icomissouri@gmail.com

Description: The Independent Cattlemen of Missouri (ICOM), an R-CALF USA affiliate, will host its annual meeting on Saturday, Sept. 14. The meeting will take place at the Black Silo Winery located at 4030 E. 10th St. in Trenton, Missouri.
The business meeting will begin at 4:30 p.m. A brisket dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. R-CALF USA Animal Health Chair Max Thornsberry, DVM, will speak at 7 p.m., and R-CALF USA Private Property Rights Chair Shad Sullivan will follow at 8 p.m. The event will also include a trade show, socials, a raffle, and a live auction.
The event will have limited seating, call or text (573) 247-1270 or (660) 635-1380 to RSVP by Sept. 6. The meeting is open to the public. Lodging is available at the Cobblestone Inn & Suites-Trenton, call (660) 358-1383 to make a room reservation. Ask for the “Independent Cattlemen of Missouri” rate. View the event agenda here.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, please visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Pres. to be a Panelist at I-BAND Meeting
2024-09-21 08:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver)
What: President to be a Panelist at I-BAND Annual Meeting
When: Registration starts at 8 a.m. CDT, Sat., Sept. 21; Panel begins at 4 p.m.
Where: Radisson Hotel Bismarck, 605 E. Broadway Ave., Bismarck, ND 58501
Contact: Kari Goldade, I-BAND office manager, (701) 214-0639 or independent.beef.assoc.nd@gmail.com

Description: The Independent Beef Association of North Dakota (I-BAND), an R-CALF USA affiliate, will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, Sept. 21. The event will be held at the Radisson Hotel Bismarck, located at 605 E. Broadway Ave. in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Registration will open at 8 a.m. The morning session will feature a business meeting, director elections, and presentations from Katrina Christiansen, U.S. Senate candidate, and North Dakota State Veterinarian Dr. Ethan Andress. A burger buffet lunch will be served at noon, followed by presentations from a congressional staffer for U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, rural advocate Mike Callicrate, and Department of Agriculture Senior Advisor on Fair and Competitive Markets Andy Green. R-CALF USA President and Region III Director Brett Kenzy will participate in a panel discussion at 4 p.m. and Lonesome Lands journalist Jim Mundorf will follow. The event will include a trade show, silent and live auctions, raffles, a social, and a prime rib supper at 6:30 p.m.
Prime rib supper is $25 per meal. Please RSVP by September 17 to (701) 214-0639 or independent.beef.assoc.nd@gmail.com. View the event agenda here. Lodging is available at the Radisson Hotel Bismarck, call (701) 712-6475 to make a room reservation. Ask for the I-BAND rate.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, please visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.

Calf Sale - Platte, SD Sept. 25
2024-09-25 11:00 - 14:30 (America/Denver)
What: Platte Livestock Market to Host BBQ and R-CALF USA Calf Sale
When: 2 p.m. CDT, Wed., Sept. 25, 2024
Where: Platte Livestock Market, 36580 S.D. Highway 44, Platte, SD 57369
Contact: Scott Kirsch, Platte Livestock Market owner, 605-680-1900 or salebarn@midstatesd.net
Description: Platte Livestock Market will host an R-CALF USA rollover calf auction fundraiser at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25. James Fulwider and Kevin Talsma, of Iona, South Dakota, will donate a yearling steer to be auctioned off with all the proceeds going to R-CALF USA. A free barbecue lunch will be served prior to the fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy will give a brief update on the organization’s work on behalf of all U.S. cattle producers on various issues such as mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL), beef checkoff reform, electronic identification, captive supplies and packer ownership of livestock, tariffs, and fair trade. Kenzy will give R-CALF USA whip flags to anyone who donates at least $250 to the fundraiser.
Rollover auctions are fundraising events put on by R-CALF USA volunteers to raise money for the organization. Those who wish to support the efforts of R-CALF USA can bid on the calf, and then donate it back so it can be auctioned off again and again until bidding ceases. The calf is then sold to the highest bidder.
R-CALF USA is set apart from all other national cattle associations because it relies solely on membership dues and donations to carry out its mission to ensure the continued profitability and independence of U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It exists only because of support from its members. R-CALF USA encourages producers to get involved and make their collective voice heard.
Businesses supported by the cattle industry and individuals in the cattle industry can contact Scott Kirsch at (605) 680-1900 or salebarn@midstatesd.net, or Candace Bullard at (406) 591-9009 or candacebullard@r-calfusa.com to contribute to the rollover auction.
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Ranchers Cattlemen Action Legal Fund United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF USA) is the largest producer-only lobbying and trade association representing U.S. cattle and sheep producers. It is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle and sheep industries. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or call (406) 252-2516.
