R-CALF USA

Crawford Livestock to Host Calf Sale
2025-01-10 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA Calf Sale Fundraiser
When: Noon MST, Fri., Jan. 10, 2025
Where: Crawford Livestock Market, 100 Beech St., Crawford, Neb. 69339
Contact: R-CALF USA Operations Director Candace Bullard 406-591-9009 or candacebullard@r-calfusa.com

Description: Crawford Livestock Market will host an R-CALF USA rollover auction fundraiser at noon during its special calf sale on Friday, Jan. 10. Dyesville Angus/Jack and Penny Dye of Hermosa, South Dakota, will donate a Hereford heifer calf for the rollover auction – the second year that the Dyes have generously donated an animal to benefit R-CALF USA.
R-CALF USA Tribal Regions Director Eric Gropper will give a brief update on the organization’s work. R-CALF USA works with the three branches of government to improve conditions in the arenas of trade, markets, animal health, and property rights to ensure that individual producers have genuine opportunities to operate their farms and ranches profitably.
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 with all proceeds going to R-CALF USA.
Activities carried out by R-CALF USA for the benefit of the U.S. cattle industry are funded exclusively by independent cattle producers who pay their membership dues and by cattle producers, main-street businesses, and other individuals who take part in and contribute to fundraising events.
Businesses or individuals supported by the U.S. cattle industry can contact R-CALF USA at 406-252-2516 or r-calfusa@r-calfusa.com; 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 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.

Three Meetings in ND & SD
2025-01-02 12:00 - 2025-01-03 18:00 (America/Denver)
Re: Community Legion Hall, E. 3rd St., Faith, SD 57626
Noon MST – Thurs. – Jan. 2
American Legion, 405 1st Ave. W., Lemmon, SD 57638
5 p.m. MST – Thurs., Jan. 2
American Legion, 107 2nd Ave. NE, Belfield, ND 58622
6 p.m. MST – Fri., Jan. 3

Contacts: R-CALF USA Membership Chair Theresa Fox, 605-416-1181 or tkatherinefox@gmail.com; or R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy, 605-830-9860 or kenzyranch@yahoo.com

Description: R-CALF USA will host two livestock producer meetings in South Dakota on Jan. 2 and one in North Dakota on Jan. 3. At noon on Thursday, Jan. 2, a meeting will be hosted at the Community Legion Hall, located at E. 3rd St. in Faith, South Dakota. A light lunch will be served. Later at 5 p.m. on Jan. 2, a meeting will be held at the American Legion, located at 405 1st Ave. W. in Lemmon, South Dakota. A light supper will be served.
The next day, on Friday, Jan. 3 at 6 p.m., a meeting will be held at the American Legion, located at 107 2nd Ave. NE in Belfield, North Dakota. A light supper will be served by the Belfield FFA.
At the three events, R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy will provide updates, particularly information on R-CALF USA’s lawsuit and actions to block the electronic eartag mandate. South Dakota Stockgrowers Association will give an organizational update at the Faith and Lemmon meetings and Independent Beef Association of North Dakota will give an update at the Lemmon and Belfield meetings. The 2025 R-CALF USA Calendar will be available to purchase at all meetings.
The meetings are sponsored by Gooseneck Implement, Lemmon, S.D.; Maher JM Angus, Morristown, S.D.; Keffeler Kreations, Faith, S.D.; D Lazy T Ranch, Opal, S.D.; Fox Hole Ranch/Randy and Laura Fox, Newell, S.D.; Paul’s Feed and Seed, Faith, S.D.; Faith Veterinary Services, Faith, S.D.; Wedge Tent Ranch, Faith, S.D.; Dakota Propane, Lemmon, S.D.; Dakota Plains Federal Credit Union, Faith, S.D.; and First National Bank, Faith, S.D.
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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, please visit www.r-calfusa.com or call 406-252-2516.

Tri-County Stockyards to Host Calf Sale in Motley, MN
2024-12-18 11:00 - 11:30 (America/Denver)
What: Tri-County Stockyards to Host Rollover Auction Fundraiser
When: 11 a.m. CST, Wed., Dec. 18, 2024
Where: Tri-County Stockyards LLC, 32638 US Hwy 10, Motley, MN 56466
Contact: Eric Nelson, R-CALF USA vice president, 712-540-5633 or efarrisnelson@gmail.com; or Mitch Barthel, Tri-County Stockyards owner 218-639-5228 or mitchbarthel123@gmail.com
On Wednesday, Dec. 18, Tri-County Stockyards LLC in Motley, Minnesota, will host a rollover auction fundraiser to benefit R-CALF USA at its upcoming special feeder sale. R-CALF USA member Wayne Savig of Fosston, Minnesota, will donate an open black heifer calf that will be auctioned off with all proceeds going to R-CALF USA. Hot Barn Report host Monte James will broadcast live from Tri-County Stockyards during the event.
R-CALF USA Vice President and Region VII Director Eric Nelson, of Moville, Iowa, will be present to give a brief update and speak with producers. Region VII is comprised of Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin.
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 and 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.
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, and it encourages producers to get involved and make their collective voices 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.
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.

Two Nebraska Producer Meetings
2024-12-06 18:00 - 2024-12-10 17:30 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA to Host Two Nebraska Livestock Producer Meetings
Re: Fri., Dec. 6, 2024 – Bassett, Neb.
Bassett Livestock Auction, 105 W. Fourth St.
6 p.m. CST
Tues., Dec. 10, 2024 – Valentine, Neb.
Valentine Livestock Auction, 126 N. Government St.
5:30 p.m. CST
Contacts: R-CALF USA Membership Chair Theresa Fox, 605-416-1181 or tkatherinefox@gmail.com; or President Brett Kenzy, 605-830-9860 or kenzyranch@yahoo.com

Description: R-CALF USA will host two livestock producer meetings in Nebraska next month. On Friday, Dec. 6, a meeting will be hosted at Bassett Livestock Auction, located at 105 W. Fourth St. in Bassett. A social hour will begin at 6 p.m., and a light supper will be served at 7 p.m. with speakers following.
Another meeting will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 5 p.m. at Valentine Livestock Auction, located at 126 N. Government St. in Valentine. A light supper will be provided.
At both events, R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy and other organizational representatives will provide updates, particularly on R-CALF USA’s lawsuit and actions to block the electronic eartag mandate. The 2025 R-CALF USA Calendar will be available to purchase at both meetings.
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 encourages producers to get involved and make 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.

Two Producer Meetings in South Dakota
2024-12-02 13:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA to Host Two Producer Meetings in South Dakota
When: Mon., Dec. 2, 2024
Re: 1 p.m. MST – West River Electric Assoc., 3250 E. Highway 44, Rapid City, SD 57703
5 p.m. MST – Buffalo Gap Community Center, 209 Main St., Buffalo Gap, SD 57722
Contacts: R-CALF USA Membership Chair Theresa Fox, 605-416-1181 or tkatherinefox@gmail.com; or R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy, 605-830-9860 or kenzyranch@yahoo.com

Description: R-CALF USA will host two livestock producer meetings in South Dakota on Monday, Dec. 2. At 1 p.m., a meeting will be hosted at the West River Electric Association, located at 3250 E. Highway 44 in Rapid City, South Dakota. Coffee and cookies provided by Bishop Beef will be served.
Later at 5 p.m., another meeting will be held at the Buffalo Gap Community Center, located at 209 Main St. in Buffalo Gap, South Dakota. A light supper will be served, sponsored by White Ranch, M&M Cattle Services, Boehringer Ingelheim/John Rehmeier, Custer County Farm Bureau, and Fall River County Farm Bureau. A fundraiser with proceeds benefiting R-CALF USA will be hosted at the meeting.
At both events, R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy and Animal Identification Chair Kenny Fox will provide updates, particularly information on R-CALF USA’s lawsuit and actions to block the electronic eartag mandate. South Dakota Stockgrowers Association Executive Director Doris Lauing and representatives will give an organizational update. The 2025 R-CALF USA Calendar will be available to purchase at both meetings.
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 encourages producers to get involved and make 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, please visit www.r-calfusa.com or call 406-252-2516.

Atkinson Livestock Market to Host Calf Sale
2024-11-19 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver)
What: Atkinson Livestock Market to Host R-CALF USA Rollover Fundraiser
When: Noon CST, Tues., Nov. 19, 2024
Where: Atkinson Livestock Market, 87604 S. Wixon St., Atkinson, NE 68713
Contacts: Atkinson Livestock Market 402-925-5141 or Brett Kenzy, R-CALF USA President, 605-830-9860 or kenzyranch@yahoo.com
Atkinson Livestock Market will host an R-CALF USA rollover auction fundraiser at noon during its special feeder calf auction on Tuesday, Nov. 19. Paulsen Land and Cattle/Matt Paulsen of Niobrara, Nebraska, will donate a steer to be auctioned off with all proceeds going to R-CALF USA.
Brett Kenzy, R-CALF USA president, will give a brief update on the organization’s work to ensure the continued profitability and independence of U.S. cattle and sheep producers. 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 R-CALF USA’s work 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 auctioned and sold to the top bidder.
R-CALF USA works on various issues such as mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL), beef checkoff reform, electronic identification (EID), captive supplies and packer ownership of livestock, tariffs, and fair trade. It is the only national cattle association that relies solely on membership dues and donations, so it can exclusively represent independent U.S. cattle and sheep producers on the issues that matter most. R-CALF USA encourages all producers to get involved and make their collective voices heard.
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. Businesses supported by the cattle industry and individuals in the cattle industry can contact Atkinson Livestock Market at 402-925-5141 or 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.

Livestock Producer Meeting in White River, SD
2024-11-09 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA To Host Livestock Producer Meeting
When: 5 p.m. CST, Sat., Nov. 9, 2024
Where: The Roundup Bar & Grill, 113 First St., White River, SD 57579
Contact: R-CALF USA Membership Chair Theresa Fox at 605-416-1181 or tkatherinefox@gmail.com, or R-CALF USA Tribal Regions Director Eric Gropper at 605-454-2053 or egropper@live.com
Description: R-CALF USA will host a livestock producer meeting at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9 at the Roundup Bar & Grill, located at 113 First St. in White River, South Dakota.
R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy, Tribal Regions Director Eric Gropper, and Animal Identification Committee Chair Kenny Fox will provide an organizational and industry update, particularly information on R-CALF USA’s lawsuit and actions to block the electronic eartag mandate. South Dakota Stockgrowers Association (SDSGA) President Chuck Willard will give an SDSGA organizational update.
A complimentary light supper will be served, and dessert will be provided by Mellette County Cattlewomen.
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 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 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.

Electronic ID Lawsuit Facebook Live
2024-11-04 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver)
What: Electronic ID Lawsuit Facebook Live
When: 3 p.m. MST, Mon., Nov. 4, 2024
Where: R-CALF USA’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/RCALFUSA

Description: R-CALF USA will host a Facebook Live virtual meeting to discuss its lawsuit to stop the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s electronic eartag mandate for cattle and bison transported across state lines. The meeting will begin at 3 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4.
Viewers will hear from R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard, New Civil Liberties Alliance Litigation Counsel Kara Rollins, Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance Executive Director Judith McGeary, South Dakota Stockgrowers Association President Chuck Willard, and R-CALF USA Animal ID Committee Chair Kenny Fox.
Everyone is invited to join the meeting on Facebook Live at www.Facebook.com/R-CALFUSA.
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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.

Nov. 1 Calf Sale in Brush, Colorado
2024-11-01 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver)
What: R-CALF USA Rollover Calf Sale Fundraiser
When: 11 a.m. MDT, Fri., Nov. 1, 2024
Where: Livestock Exchange LLC, 28601 Highway 34, Brush, CO 80723
Contact: Former R-CALF USA President Gerald Schreiber, 970-768-3436 or schreiberranch1910@gmail.com
Description: Livestock Exchange LLC in Brush, Colorado, will host an R-CALF USA rollover calf sale fundraiser at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 1. Harry Thompson, of Snyder, Colorado, will donate a calf to be auctioned off with all proceeds going to R-CALF USA.
Former R-CALF USA President Gerald Schreiber will give a brief update on the organization’s work to ensure the continued profitability and independence of U.S. cattle and sheep 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 calf and then donate it back so it can be auctioned off again and again until bidding stops. The calf is then auctioned and sold to the top bidder.
R-CALF USA works on various issues such as mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL), beef checkoff reform, electronic identification (EID), captive supplies and packer ownership of livestock, tariffs, and fair trade. It is the only national cattle association that relies solely on membership dues and donations, so it can exclusively represent independent U.S. cattle and sheep producers on the issues that matter most. R-CALF USA encourages all producers to get involved and make their collective voices heard.
Businesses supported by the cattle industry and individuals in the cattle industry can contact Gerald Schreiber at 970-768-3436 or schreiberranch1910@gmail.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 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 Oct. 12 in Riverton, WY
2024-10-12 08:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
What: CEO to Speak at ICOW Annual Convention
When: Registration starts at 8 a.m. MDT, Sat., Oct. 12; CEO to speak at 9 a.m.
Where: Holiday Inn, 900 E. Sunset Blvd., Riverton, WY 82501
Contact: R-CALF USA Director and ICOW Secretary Judy McCullough, 307-756-3249 or jmccullough@collinscom.net

Description: The Independent Cattlemen of Wyoming (ICOW), an R-CALF USA affiliate organization, will hold its annual convention on Saturday, Oct. 12. The meeting will be held at the Holiday Inn, located at 900 E. Sunset Blvd. in Riverton, Wyoming.
Registration will open at 8 a.m. and the meeting will begin at 9 a.m. R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard will present, “The State of the U.S. Cattle Industry.” The presentation will cover the current issues facing the U.S. 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 event will also feature presentations from U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman of Wyoming; Organization of Competitive Markets President Taylor Haynes, M.D.; Wyoming cattle producer Jim Jensen, Lucky 7 Angus; and Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray.
The ICOW meeting is $40 at the door and open to the public. Lodging is available at the Holiday Inn, call 307-856-8100 to book a hotel room. To receive the ICOW rate of $129 call by Oct. 2.
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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 EID Rally, SDSGA Convention in Rapid City, SD
2024-10-07 10:00 - 2024-10-09 10:00 (America/Denver)
What: CEO to Speak at EID Rally, SDSGA Convention

Re: Livestock Producers Freedom Rally
10 a.m. MDT, Mon., Oct. 7, 2024
Best Western Ramkota Hotel – Rushmore Room
2111 N. Lacrosse St., Rapid City, SD 57701

SDSGA Annual Convention
1 p.m. Mon., Oct. 7 registration opens; CEO to speak Tues. at 9:45 a.m.
Best Western Ramkota Hotel – Convention Center II

Contacts: SDSGA Executive Director Doris Lauing, (605) 280-0398 or office@southdakotastockgrowers.org; or R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy, (605) 830-9860 or kenzyranch@yahoo.com

Description: R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard will speak twice in Rapid City, South Dakota, Oct. 7 and 8. Both events will be at the Best Western Ramkota Hotel at 2111 N. Lacrosse St.
On Monday, Oct. 7, R-CALF USA and several organizations nationwide will host the Livestock Producers Freedom Rally in the Rushmore room. The event will begin at 10 a.m. and will discuss the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s electronic identification (EID) eartag mandate.
Speakers will include U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman of Wyoming, South Dakota state Rep. Marty Overweg, Wyoming state Rep. Chip Neiman, R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard, “Feeder Flash” cattle market analyst Corbitt Wall, and United States Cattlemen’s Association President Justin Tupper.
The rally is free and open to the public; lunch will be provided. The event will be live streamed at www.cattleusa.com and www.dvauction.com. View the event poster here.
Following the rally, the South Dakota Stockgrowers Association (SDSGA), an R-CALF USA affiliate organization, will host its annual convention in the Convention Center II room. Registration will open at 1 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 7. Monday afternoon will include a variety of presentations with US/Mexico border rancher Erica Valdez headlining the event that evening followed by music by Cold Water Canyon.
Tuesday’s events will begin at 8 a.m. with a prayer breakfast followed by presentations throughout the day and conclude with a dinner, awards banquet, and live auction. Bullard will speak at 9:45 a.m.
The event will end on Wednesday following the annual membership meeting at 9 a.m.
Preregistration for the convention is required. Full event tickets are available for $190, or $225 after Sept. 25. Single-day registrations are available, and all meals are included in the registration price. View the event program here or visit www.southdakotastockgrowers.org to register.
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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/
Also available on Fox Nation at:
https://nation.foxnews.com/tomi-lahren-is-fearless-nation/
X (formerly Twitter) at:
https://twitter.com/Outkick
Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/OutkickTheCoverage/
And YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/@OutKick
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
