No matter how long you have been doing something, there is always an opportunity to learn how to do it better. There are always new challenges to overcome and ideas to share. That is why the Iowa Cattlemen?s Association is hosting its BeefMeets during June. It will be a chance for cattle producers around the state to learn some new techniques and talk about the issues they are facing.
Long-time Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network broadcaster Anna Hastert is now the Communications Director for the Iowa Cattlemen?s Association. She tells about the dates and locations for the four BeefMeets being held.
Hastert talks about what each BeefMeet will entail. There will be a meal served, trade show, and educational sessions with both the Iowa Cattlemen and the Iowa Beef Industry Council. The highlight of the evening is the policy breakout sessions. This is a chance for producers to hear what is going on regarding policy and bring up their concerns as well.
During these policy discussions, Hastert expects the price disparity between live cattle and boxed beef prices to be a hot topic. She also expects to hear about the new administration and sustainability. Climate and Sustainability will be the main focus of this year?s meets.
Again, the meetings will be held:
SE REGION
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Bryan & Lisa Sievers Glenora Feedyard LLC.
26618 20th Ave. Stockton, IA
TOPICS INCLUDE:
?Making Sense of Methane? – Dr. Jason Sawyer, King Ranch Institute
A cattle producer’s guide to making sense of methane and the social license to operate in a world that targets agriculture as a reason for climate change.
Innovation on a Cattle Farm, Upcycling Manure into Energy – Farm Tour
SW REGION
Thursday, June 10, 2021
Euken-Myers Farm
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69706 600th St. Griswold, IA 51535
TOPICS INCLUDE:
?Beef Sustainability ? A Paradigm Shift? – Ashley McDonald, NCBA
There is more and more going on around beef sustainability, but the good news is the world is beginning to see U.S. beef production as part of the solution to their environmental challenges. Find out what the landscape of goals, commitments, and initiatives looks like and how the cattle industry can further enhance its reputation as the planet?s original stewards, driving demand for our product.
Sustainability on the Ground – Farm Tour
NW REGION
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Rus Ranch
2804 Eagle Ave Rock Valley, IA
TOPICS INCLUDE:
What’s The Beef On Carbon? – Dr. Lisa Schulte Moore, Iowa State University
A discussion on how the livestock industry can create climate-smart agriculture for the Midwest.
Highlights and Challenges of Raising Cattle in a Monoslope Cattle Barn – Farm Tour
NE REGION
Thursday, June 17, 2021
Dave & Dylan Klaes Farm
2747 Hwy 9 Osage, IA
TOPICS INCLUDE:
?Environmental Regulation in 2021: The Cattle Industry and the Biden Administration? – Scott Yager, NCBA
Straight from Washington, D.C., hear from NCBA?s Chief Environmental Counsel, Scott Yager as he talks about navigating a new administration and NCBA?s work to protect producers from increased environmental regulation.
Highlights and Challenges of Raising Cattle in a Monoslope Cattle Barn – Farm Tour
The cost is $25 for members, $35 for non-members, students are free. You can find out more information and register by visiting the Iowa Cattlemen?s Association website.
