Special Convention Edition
Make plans to attend the Missouri Cattle Industry Convention & Trade Show
Plans are shaping up for an outstanding 2006 Missouri Cattle Industry Convention & Trade Show, December 7-9, 2006 at the University Plaza Hotel and Springfield Expo Center in Springfield, Missouri.
For cattle producers, regardless of the size or scope of their farm or ranch, this is an excellent opportunity to help shape the policy of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association for the upcoming year, to take part in a wide range of educational programs, to visit hundreds of trade show exhibits, and to enjoy the food, fun, and fellowship of the Convention.
2006 Cattlemen’s College - a “Don’t Miss” Program
With the most outstanding line-up of speakers ever featured, one of the highlights of the 2006 Convention is sure to be the Cattlemen’s College program. Cattlemen’s College will take cattle producers from “Gate to Plate,” highlighting the latest innovations and changes in the industry, while focusing on how the changes affect your operation and your bottom line. Speakers include: Troy Marshall, BEEF Cow-Calf Weekly and Seedstock Digest; Larry Corah, Certified Angus Beef; Dr. Gary Smith, Colorado State University; and more.
Cattlemen’s College registration is only $75 for the first person and $50 for each additional person from the same household or business. Registration includes a bottle of Dectomax, lunch, and all materials. Student registration is only $20 and is available to current high school and college students. Be sure to register early - after the Nov. 27 early deadline, Cattlemen’s College registration increases to $100 (first person) and $75 (each additional person), and $25 for students. Registration information is available by calling (888) 499-9162, visiting www.mocattle.com, and will also be in the October and November issues of Missouri Beef Cattleman magazine. If you have not participated in Cattlemen’s College in the past, this is a great year to attend! The Cattlemen’s College is sponsored by Pfizer Animal Health and lunch is sponsored by U.S. Premium Beef.
Increased Exhibit Space Creates More Opportunities for Vendors and Attendees
Whether you’re in the market for a product or service, or trying to market your products or service, the Trade Show at the Missouri Cattle Industry Convention & Trade show is the perfect place for you. Businesses – the 2006 convention will be a great place for you to showcase your products and services to cattle producers from Missouri and surrounding states. The Springfield Expo Center is a top-of-the-line facility, with plenty of space for all kinds of exhibits – from large equipment and machinery to live cattle.
Cattle producers – from trailers and chutes to animal health products and feed, our trade show has it all! Live cattle will be on display, and the entire family will enjoy our wide variety of exhibits, from jewelry and accessories to BBQ sauce and coffee. Educational seminars and demonstrations will run throughout the trade show, with topics ranging from basic cattle production to cooking. Activities for youth will also take place in the trade show.
Educational Programs and Demonstrations
Programs featured in the trade show include: Cooking demonstrations from local colleges and favorite chefs; Cattle Production 101 – Answers to cattle producers’ top 10 questions; 1031 Exchanges; Landscaping; Women in Production Agriculture; and more! Programs and demonstrations run from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9.
Youth Activities
Friday is FFA Day in the Trade Show, featuring a special program, luncheon, and exclusive trade show access for FFA students. Call MCA at (888) 499-9162 for more information on FFA Day. On Saturday, young people can participate in a leadership workshop, quiz bowl competition, and a special activity night! In addition, many young cattle exhibitors will be recognized during the 2006 Points Sanctioning Awards Ceremony. The Missouri Cattle Industry Convention & Trade Show offers something for youth of all ages!
Help Develop MCA Policy for 2007
The Annual Meeting of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association, held at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 9, is your opportunity to help shape association policy for 2007. Every member gets one equal vote during the annual meeting, so be sure your voice is heard! Council meetings – Seedstock, Cow-Calf, and Stocker-Feeder, will take place at 7:00 a.m. Friday, December 8 (immediately before Cattlemen’s College) and now include breakfast, so make reservations for the council meeting of your choice and enjoy lively discussion about your sector of the industry over a great meal!
Make your Hotel Reservation Now!
To take advantage of the University Plaza Hotel’s special discounted rate for the Missouri Cattle Industry Convention & Trade Show, call (417) 864-7333. Rates are $79/night plus tax.
The meetings held during the Missouri Cattle Industry Convention & Trade Show all take place in the University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center and the trade show is located right across the street in the Springfield Expo Center. The University Plaza, which is one of Springfield’s premiere hotels, is offering a substantial discount on room rates for convention attendees. The special rate is guaranteed until November 20.
For more information on the Missouri Cattle Industry Convention & Trade Show, call the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association at (888) 499-9162, or visit http://mocattle.com/convention.htm. The website includes links to the University Plaza Hotel, the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau, and a link to an interactive map, among other things.
Wanted: Ralgro Wheels for “Wheels for Bucks” Program
Program Benefits both MCF and MCA Educational and Junior Programs
From now until December, please make an effort to collect empty Ralgro wheels and Magnum strips from your friends, neighbors, and business associates. For every 10 empty Ralgro wheels and for every 5 empty magnum strips, we will receive one wheel of Ralgro to be auctioned Friday, Dec. 8 during the Foundation Auction at convention. This is a wonderful fundraising opportunity and it goes to a great cause – half the proceeds benefit Missouri’s Cattlemen Foundation and the other half benefit MCA’s educational and youth/junior programs. Last year, the Wheels for Bucks program raised more than $16,000 for MCF and MCA.
Wheels and strips can be brought to the MCA office prior to convention or directly to the convention. Both county associations and individual producers are encouraged to participate and help Missouri’s youth! The Wheels for Bucks program is sponsored by Schering-Plough. Please take time to thank your local Schering-Plough representative for bringing back a great program!
Calendar of Events
Nov. 11 Pettis County Cattlemen – Beef House, Missouri Sate Fairgrounds, 6:00 p.m.
Nov. 14 Bates County Cattlemen – Mo-Kan Livestock Market, 7:00 p.m.
Nov. 14 Moniteau County Cattlemen – Moniteau Co. Fairgrounds, 6:30 p.m.
Nov. 16 Henry County Cattlemen – Golden Corral, Clinton, 6:30 p.m.
Nov. 16 Johnson County Cattlemen – Johnson Co. Fairgrounds, 6:30 p.m.
Nov. 30 St. Clair County Cattlemen – Assembly of God Church, Osceola, 5:30 p.m.
Dec. 7 St. Charles County Cattlemen – VFW Hall, New Melle, 5:30 p.m.
Dec. 7-9 Missouri Cattle Industry Convention & Trade Show – University Plaza Hotel
& Springfield Expo Center
For more cattle industry events, visit www.mocattle.com/calendar.htm
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