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NCBA Accepting Applications For Spring 2026 Internships

NCBA has opened applications for spring 2026 semester internships in the Colorado and Washington, D.C., offices. Internships are available for public policy, producer education and sustainability, and meetings and events.

The public policy intern supports NCBA’s government affairs team and allows students to learn more about lobbying, government relations and advocacy on behalf of the cattle and sheep industries. This internship is in conjunction with the Public Lands Council, is full-time and based in Washington, D.C.

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Episode 86: Rest Stops During Long-Haul Transport: Helpful or Harmful?

Video: Episode 86: Rest Stops During Long-Haul Transport: Helpful or Harmful?

Transport regulations have renewed attention on the role of rest stops for weaned calves. While the idea is that breaks during long-haul transport might reduce stress and improve animal welfare, research from 2018–2020 tells a different story. Across all trials, rest stops showed no consistent benefits—and calves that rested actually carried more BRD-related bacteria than those hauled straight through. Tune in to learn why rest stops may pose more risk than reward.