Explore the latest in cattle Industry at CattleCon24's NCBA show

Dec 05, 2023

CattleCon24 is set to take Orlando by storm from January 31 to February 2, 2024, with its highly anticipated NCBA Trade Show. This event is more than a conference; it's an all-encompassing experience for those in the cattle industry.

Spanning over eight acres, the trade show will host more than 350 exhibitors. It’s a one-stop-shop for the latest in equipment, technology, pharmaceuticals, and feed supplements, all tailored for the cattle industry. The show is a fantastic platform for networking, learning about new trends, and reconnecting with old friends.

The educational offerings are diverse and engaging. Cattle Chats, 20-minute sessions packed with industry knowledge, are perfect for quick learning. For more in-depth discussions, the Learning Lounge offers a casual setting for face-to-face interactions with industry experts on topics like reproductive technologies and ag lending.

The Stockmanship & Stewardship Demonstration Arena is another highlight, where experts demonstrate low-stress cattle handling techniques. These sessions are not just about the practical aspects; they delve into how these techniques can influence consumer perceptions and bring economic benefits.

CattleCon24 isn't all work and no play. The trade show also offers a range of social events, from the Flamingo Fiesta Welcome Reception to Hoppy Hour and Pups & Popsicles, blending education with enjoyment. Recognized as one of the top 100 trade shows in the United States, the NCBA Trade Show at CattleCon24 is an unmissable event for anyone involved in the cattle industry.

For more details and registration, visit convention.ncba.org.

Source : wisconsinagconnection

Video: Evolution of Beef Cattle Farming

The Clear Conversations podcast took to the road for a special episode recorded in Nashville during CattleCon, bringing listeners straight into the heart of the cattle industry. Host Tracy Sellers welcomed rancher Steve Wooten of Beatty Canyon Ranch in Colorado for a wide-ranging discussion that blended family history and sustainability, particularly as it relates to the future of beef production.

Sustainability emerged as a central theme of the conversation, a word that Wooten acknowledges can mean very different things depending on who you ask. For him, sustainability starts with the soil. Healthy soil produces healthy grass, which supports efficient cattle capable of producing year after year with minimal external inputs. It’s an approach that equally considers vegetation, animal efficiency, and long-term profitability.

That philosophy aligned naturally with Wooten’s involvement in the U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef, where he served as a representative for the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association. The roundtable brings together the entire beef supply chain—from producers to retailers—along with universities, NGOs, and allied industries. Its goal is not regulation, Wooten emphasized, but collaboration, shared learning, and continuous improvement.