Missouri Cattlemen's Leadership College

MCLC Testimonies

Angela Brattin, Class of 2024

"This program has given me the tools needed to be confident when advocating for the beef industry. As a producer who is mindful of the consumer, I strive to produce the safest product in a human and sustainable way. After going through this program, I can share not only my story of beef production but also point others to resources MCA has to offer."

Taylor Isakson, Class of 2024

"Missouri Cattlemen's Association has created a highly respected program that prepares the next generation of cattle industry leaders to take the reins and continue a standard of excellence for years to come."

Kristin Benne, Class of 2021

"MCLC is a gateway to the industry as a whole. After getting a larger view of the industry off the farm, my perspective on issues and concerns will be more educated when speaking to fellow producers and students, taking new ideas back to the farm to implement encouraging younger generations to explore careers in agriculture and consulting my new network of friends."

Jennifer Poor, Class of 2021

"I had no idea the amount of knowledge I would gain from this experience- policy, education, alternative methods of farming, beef raising and processing, etc."

Jeff Reed, Class of 2020

"What I found most impactful were the trips to Jefferson City and Washington D.C., to talk with legislators concerning issues affecting cattle producers. This opportunity revealed the need to have these sometimes difficult conversations with legislators who may not know the impact of issues cattlemen are seeing, whether it be feral hogs, black vultures, cattle marketing or eminent domain."

Mike Deering, MCA Executive Vice President

"We hear time and time again from participants that they live very busy lives, but the time they took to get involved in this program was worth every second. They delvelop relationships with each other and form contacts with industry leaders in Missouri and the United States."