National Cattlemen's Beef Association

NCBA Responds to Stand-Up Program Announcement WASHINGTON (September 17, 2026) – Yesterday, Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the creation of U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Stand-Up Program during the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture’s (NASDA) Annual Meeting. Secretary Rollins shared that the program would provide up to $50 million to help states join or expand federal-state meat inspection programs through the Cooperative Interstate Shipping Program (CIS).

CENTENNIAL, Colo. (Sept. 10, 2026) – Students pursuing careers in the beef industry are encouraged to apply for the 2027 CME Group Beef Industry Scholarship through the National Cattlemen’s Foundation. Ten scholarships of $1,500 each will be awarded. Introduced in 1989 and sponsored by CME Group, the scholarship identifies and encourages talented students who play a vital role in the future of food production.

CENTENNIAL, Colo. (Sept. 1, 2026) – For 20 years, the W.D. Farr Scholarship has created a legacy of helping graduate students pursue careers in meat science, animal science and related fields. Applications are now being accepted for the final year of the program. The scholarship honors the successful career of the late W.D. Farr, a third-generation Coloradan, pioneer rancher, statesman and banker who was known for his extraordinary vision.

WASHINGTON (August 28, 2026) – NCBA strongly supports increasing competition in the cattle markets and creating more opportunities for small and regional beef processors. We also support eliminating unnecessary regulations that make it harder for those businesses to compete. However, weakening federal meat inspection and food safety standards, as President Trump has suggested, is not the answer.

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is a proud contractor to the Beef Checkoff. The work NCBA conducts on behalf of U.S. farming and ranching families is focused on the areas of Consumer Information, Promotion, Research and Industry Information. The Research Authorization Request (AR) leverages beef research experts to strengthen understanding, support informed decision-making, and engage key audiences across academia, industry, health, and consumer spaces.

NCBA Statement on President Trump’s Truth Social Post WASHINGTON (August 21, 2026) – Today, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Chief Executive Officer Colin Woodall issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s post regarding beef imports: “NCBA is disappointed by the President’s statement.

WASHINGTON (August 13, 2026) – Today, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Chief Executive Officer Colin Woodall issued the following statement in response to Tyson Foods’ announced closure of its beef processing plant in Joslin, Illinois, and additional restructuring efforts: “NCBA is troubled by the closure of the Joslin beef processing facility.

Biggest Cattle Industry Event of the Year Returns to Nashville CENTENNIAL, Colo. (Aug. 10, 2026) – CattleCon 2027 is returning to the Music City Center in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, Feb. 2-4, 2027, with business meetings beginning Feb. 1. Attendee registration and housing are now open for the biggest cattle industry event of the year. As the cattle industry continues to evolve, CattleCon 2027 offers producers the opportunity to stay ahead of what’s next.

CENTENNIAL, Colo. (Aug. 5, 2026) – The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is proud to announce the 2026 Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) Regional winners. Recipients are recognized for their commitment to conservation and stewardship. The national winner, which will be selected from these seven regional recipients, will be announced during CattleCon 2027 in Nashville, Tennessee, in February.

WASHINGTON (August 4, 2026) – Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), Public Lands Council (PLC), and Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association (WCA) urged the Senate to pass S. 1306 and thanked Senator Ron Johnson R-Wis., for elevating this critical issue on behalf of livestock producers.