Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association

06/04/2026

Third-generation farming, innovative cattle facilities and a passion for feeding the future💪❤️
Get a sneak peek of Loyson Farms, one of nine stops on the 2026 MSCA Summer Tour! Join us July 14 to see this impressive operation firsthand. Purchase your tickets today and take advantage of early bird pricing before ticket prices increase on June 19. Learn more and register at mnsca.org/summer-tour.

06/04/2026

Check out this preview of what you'll see at Loyson Farms during the 2026 MSCA Summer Tour on Tuesday, July 14⬇️
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As a multi-generational operation, the Loyson family continues to build on a strong legacy while pursuing their passion for feeding cattle. Tour attendees will get an inside look at their bed pack monoslope barn and new deep pit cattle barn and learn more about the management practices that help drive their success🤩

🎟️ Purchase your tickets by the Early Bird Deadline of Friday, June 19, to save before prices increase!

Learn more and purchase tickets at mnsca.org/summer-tour

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06/04/2026

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has confirmed the detection of a New World screwworm (NWS) in a bovine in Zavala County, Texas.

The affected animal is a 3-week-old calf and larvae were identified in its umbilical area. To date, there have been no further detections.

USDA and Texas officials are taking immediate action to contain and eradicate NWS from the United States, following the strategies and actions outlined in the NWS Response Playbook.

For more resources, visit https://t.ly/JooA6

Learn how the U.S. Government prevents New World screwworm and what to know about risks, surveillance, sterile-fly control, travel, and more.

06/03/2026

Do you want to work with other young people to advocate and promote the beef sector all around the state of Minnesota?! Here is your last chance to apply for the 2026-2027 Minnesota State Beef Ambassador Team, applications close June 4th and we would love to see YOU apply! Details and application for the team can be found in the link below on the Minnesota CattleWomen website!
Details and Application --> https://www.mncattlewomen.org/mnsba-application

06/03/2026

We have a Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association summer tour ticket for 1 lucky winner! 🎟️

You have the chance to get 2 entries in! 🐄
Entry 1: What is Jared’s favorite breed of cattle?
Entry 2: What is Kristine’s favorite breed of cattle?

Get 1 right, that’s 1 entry. Get both right? That’s two! 🎟️

We’ll draw a winner on June 15th! 🏆

Already have a ticket? Make sure to stop by and see us! 🤝

05/26/2026

Join us Tuesday, July 14, as the Southwest Cattlemen host one of the best days of the summer for Minnesota’s beef industry – the MSCA Summer Tour! Don’t miss early bird pricing for the tour – tickets purchased before June 19 will receive discounted pricing, with rates increasing after that date.

Spend the day connecting with fellow cattle producers, industry partners and friends while touring progressive operations and unique ag businesses across southwest Minnesota. From innovative cattle operations to new ideas shaping the industry, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and learn from.

🚌Tour outstanding cattle operations
🤝 Network with producers from across the state
🌱 Learn about new practices, technologies and ideas
🥩 Enjoy great food and even better company

Whether you’re a longtime supporter or attending for the first time, Summer Tour is an event you won’t want to miss.

👉 Get details and purchase tickets here: https://www.mnsca.org/summer-tour

05/19/2026

Minnesota Beef Checkoff referendum results below:

Minnesota beef producers have voted against a proposed refundable 50-cent increase to the state beef checkoff following a statewide referendum. As a result, the current beef checkoff assessment will remain at $1.00 per head at the time of sale.

🔗 https://www.mda.state.mn.us/beef-producers-reject-proposed-beef-checkoff-increase

cc: Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association and Minnesota Beef

05/12/2026

Want to win a Defend by Tactacam Camera System?

Hurry to renew your membership before July 1 and be entered to win!

What's included?
THREE Defend 360 Cameras

TWO winners will be selected and announced at the 2026 Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting (registration is now open).

Renew now https://bit.ly/3P38CIR

05/06/2026

People are the heart of every farm. When a farmer is having a tough time, taking a moment to reach out and listen can truly make a meaningful difference. For help starting the conversation, call or text the Minnesota Farm and Rural Helpline at 833-600-2670.