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Deep Sense of Satisfaction Fuels Eckert’s Tenure
Deep Sense of Satisfaction Fuels Eckert’s Tenure

37 years of dedicated service to the cattle industry fuel this award winner

Lifetime Commitment Defines Martinez's Career
Lifetime Commitment Defines Martinez's Career

Gaspar Martinez has worked at Harris Feeding Company for 48 years and was honored for his dedication at the Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame with the Distinguished Service Award in August.

Solving Real Life Challenges a Driving Force for Dr. Gary Smith
Solving Real Life Challenges a Driving Force for Dr. Gary Smith

Smith receives Industry Leadership Award for his work to advance the beef industry.

Hard Work, Partnerships Bring Expansion for Bar-G Feedyard
Hard Work, Partnerships Bring Expansion for Bar-G Feedyard

Trotter will be inducted into the Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame this August.

Perseverance Brings Growth, Success for Magnum Feedyard
Perseverance Brings Growth, Success for Magnum Feedyard

Gabel will be inducted into the Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame this August.

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Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Inductees to be Honored at 2021 Cattle Industry Convention

Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame inductees and award winners will be honored on Aug. 9, 2021, during the 12th annual banquet, held in conjunction with the nation’s largest cattle industry gathering.

Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Announces the  2021 Inductees and Award Winners
Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Announces the 2021 Inductees and Award Winners

The Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame has announced its 2021 inductees and award winners who will be recognized at its 12th annual banquet to be held Aug. 9, 2021, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Driven by Challenge, Doffin Strives for Continual Improvement
Driven by Challenge, Doffin Strives for Continual Improvement

30 years’ experience and dedication makes this Distinguished Service Award winner stand out.

Cornhusker Builds Texas Cattle Empire
Cornhusker Builds Texas Cattle Empire

Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame inducts Nebraska native and Texas entrepreneur Don Oppliger.

Pioneer Arizona Feeder

Carl Stevenson: cowboy, World War II veteran and cattle feeding entrepreneur.

Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame banquet Feb. 4, 2020.
Cattle Feeders Hall Of Fame Announces Inductees

Cattle feeders will honor their own Feb. 4, 2020, in San Antonio, during their 11th annual banquet, held for the second year in conjunction with the nation’s largest annual cattle industry gathering.

Jessie Ramirez, head of maintenance and equipment operator at Brookover Feed Yard outside Garden City, Kan., has been the model example of what feedlots are looking for from their workforce.
2019 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame: Jessie Ramirez Leads By Example

Jessie Ramirez, head of maintenance and equipment operator at Brookover Feed Yard outside Garden City, Kan., has been the model example of what feedlots are looking for from their workforce.

As co-founder of Superior Livestock Auction’s video sales, Jim Odle created a dynamic marketing platform with benefits for cattle and people.
2019 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame: Jim Odle's Revolutionary Marketing

As co-founder of Superior Livestock Auction’s video sales, Jim Odle created a dynamic marketing platform with benefits for cattle and people.

Raised during the early years of commercial cattle feeding, Bill Foxley built one of the largest cattle feeding and ranching enterprises in the U.S.
2019 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame: Bill Foxley Focuses on the Details

Raised during the early years of commercial cattle feeding, Bill Foxley built one of the largest cattle feeding and ranching enterprises in the U.S.

James Herring’s innovation and commitment to improving the quality of beef throughout the industry helped build an industry giant.
2019 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame: James Herring, A Visionary Leader

James Herring’s innovation and commitment to improving the quality of beef throughout the industry helped build an industry giant.

Eulogio Lohill  Dimas: Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Honoree
Eulogio Lohill Dimas: Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Honoree

Nebraska cattle feeder۪s hard work and loyalty pay off for his employer, family and community.

Dee Griffin: Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Honoree
Dee Griffin: Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Honoree

For nearly 40 years, veterinarian Dee Griffin has guided progress in animal husbandry and beef quality

Jeff Biegert: Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Inductee
Jeff Biegert: Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Inductee

A life driven by entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to leave the world a better place makes Jeff Biegert an excellent candidate of honor for the Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame.

Earl Brookover: Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Inductee
Earl Brookover: Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Inductee

Visionary, entrepreneur, cattleman, pioneer, businessman and philanthropist. All words that describe Earl Brookover, the man credited with launching the commercial cattle feeding industry in western Kansas in 1951. One

Industry Leaders Recognized at Annual Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Banquet
Industry Leaders Recognized at Annual Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Banquet

On July 11, nearly 500 members of the beef industry gathered in Denver to honor four individuals for their dedication to the cattle-feeding business.

Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Add Brookover, Biegert
Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Add Brookover, Biegert

Two pioneer cattle feeders were inducted into the Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame during a ceremony Tuesday night in Denver.

Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame: A builder of men
Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame: A builder of men

Those close to him say he was tougher than nails, with a fearless business approach and reputation for pushing people to their potential and then some. Under his hard exterior, however, was a distinctive spot of compass

Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame: Nothing but a square deal
Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame: Nothing but a square deal

Throughout Paul J. Brown's life, the founder of Cattle Empire and a 2016 inductee into the Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame, distinct parallels can be drawn between the cattle feeding businessman and the ability to sti

Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame: An entrepreneurial spirit
Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame: An entrepreneurial spirit

Teachers, it is often said, live on forever through their students. Randy Blach learned from some of the best leaders the beef industry could offer; now he's passing his knowledge, integrity and passion for all th