CattleCon News
For beef industry stakeholders, CattleCon is one of the most anticipated annual events, bringing together thousands of producers, feedlot managers, suppliers, researchers and industry professionals. As the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Convention & Trade Show, CattleCon combines business, education, innovation, entertainment and networking opportunities.
From stress mitigation to rapid diagnostics, new tools aim to reshape how veterinarians make decisions in the field.
From a new animal feed and nutrition company to new animal health products and technology tools, check out these products released an promoted on the trade show floor in Nashville.
From a Nebraska cattle farm to Nashville stages, Scott Wolverton’s journey is shaped by agriculture, family and a father’s cattle call — a reminder that home is always there.
Five beef producers share their highlights from Nashville.
Tight cattle supplies, delayed herd rebuilding and resilient beef demand point to continued market strength, with economists saying higher cattle price highs in 2026 are still on the table.
As carcass weights hit new highs, experts warn that efficiency gains bring unintended welfare risks in transport, feedlots and packing plants — and call for targeted investments, better infrastructure and data‑driven management of every animal.
Pattern recognition with artificial intelligence is helping cattle operations notice changes in cattle health, management and economics earlier.
Randy Blach, CEO of CattleFax, says fed cattle cash prices may exceed last year’s but the average will be similar to 2025.
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Since 1971, Hibler has chosen horses over tractors and cattle over vacations. His lifelong commitment was honored at the 2026 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame with the Arturo Armendariz Distinguished Service Award.
Guided by family, fueled by passion and committed to advocacy, Kent Bamford turned a small Colorado feedyard into a platform for statewide and national beef leadership. Bamford was inducted into the 2026 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame.
Guided by a love for cattle and his family, Bob Foote turned a childhood passion into a thriving cattle enterprise. Foote was inducted posthumously into the 2026 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame.
The late industry icon was celebrated for his decades of service during the 2026 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Banquet in Nashville.
If NWS does cross the border, quarantine and movement controls will be designed to inspect and treat affected animals. Adis Dijab, a veterinarian with APHIS, says this means producers can clear the rest of the herd and continue business.
Five beef producers share highlights from Nashville.
Don Close with Terrain says consumers have not seen sticker shock with the record retail beef prices in the store.
How early heifer development sets the ceiling for fertility, productivity and profit.
Tax relief, pro‑beef dietary guidelines, fake‑meat labeling, trade turmoil and new disease risks topped the discussion during the beef industry D.C. update.
Five beef producers reveal the sessions, technology and trends they are tracking this week in Nashville.
As the beef industry descends on Music City this week, the Farm Journal team is on location to separate the noise from the news and bring you the insights that can impact your bottom line.
Gelbvieh releases new indexes and EPDs, CattleCon registration now includes Cattlemens College, Hereford announces NRSP test sires, internship program deadlines announced.
Voting is open to industry members and the results will determine the 2026 inductees. Those interested can cast their votes online through Sunday.
The annual NCBA meeting brought together nearly 8,400 attendees.
Anah Higbie to Perform During CattleCon 2025 in San Antonio.
Cast your vote for one of four finalists to sing the Star Spangled Banner at CattleCon 2025.
Register today for 32nd annual Cattlemen’s College