Join The Legacy | Membership

Nebraska Cattlemen’s mission is to work on behalf of Nebraska cattle producers- pasture to plate. We work with all stakeholders in the cattle industry to better connect each sector to the next.

In any business, you have responsibilities. In the cattle business, belonging to Nebraska Cattlemen is one of them. Join us to work alongside the various sectors of our industry to shape policy, get involved with your local affiliate, and grow in your knowledge of the cattle community.

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Policy Engagement | Government Affairs

The Nebraska Cattle Industry is the state’s single largest industry. Cattle outnumber people 4 to 1 in Nebraska. The cows and the 4.7 million head that are fed here annually total nearly 6.64 million. Cattle sales total more than $6.2 billion a year, and the impact on Nebraska’s economy is unmistakable.

One of the most significant benefits of being a Nebraska Cattlemen member is getting to unite with other sectors of the beef industry to help set policies to protect producers and keep Nebraska a beef production powerhouse. From knowing whether or not your water source is subject to federal jurisdiction to crucial property tax reform, the importance of policy decisions cannot be overstated. Nebraska Cattlemen leadership and staff are here to give beef cattle producers a voice at the local, state, and federal levels as we continue our mission to strengthen the beef cattle community and set up our next generation of producers for success.

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WHO IS NEBRASKA CATTLEMEN?

Nebraska Stockgrowers began in 1888 and later merged with Nebraska Livestock Feeders Association, and Nebraska Feedlot Council to form Nebraska Cattlemen in 1988. Nebraska Cattlemen is a grass roots membership policy organization – governed by the NC Board of Directors and committed to protecting the interests of Nebraska’s beef cattle producers at the local, state, and federal level. Nebraska Cattlemen’s mission is to work on behalf of Nebraska cattle producers– pasture to plate.

CORE IDEALS

  • Provide a strong voice for the cattle community at the local, state, and federal levels
  • Promote policies to protect Nebraska beef producers’ freedom to operate and improve their prospects for prosperity, sustainability, and profitability
  • Provide necessary resources to members in their continuing quest to be world-class beef producers

NC POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE

The Nebraska Cattlemen Political Action Committee (NC-PAC) is our most important tool for defending the beef cattle industry from overreach and overregulation in Nebraska. NC-PAC pools contributions from Nebraska Cattlemen members to support candidates who defend the beef cattle industry in Nebraska. Cattle producers in Nebraska need pro-business, pro-agriculture representation at the capitol in Lincoln.

Nebraska Cattlemen hosts several fundraiser events to raise funds for the NC-PAC. If you would like more information on any of these events or want to donate please contact the Lincoln Nebraska Cattlemen office.

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NEBRASKA CATTLEMAN MAGAZINE

The Nebraska Cattleman is the official publication of Nebraska Cattlemen. The Nebraska Cattleman is a color, high-resolution magazine that is published ten times a year and the first of every month (except May and July) and sent to nearly 80% of all beef producers in Nebraska. 

Editorial features emphasize business management and include topics such as marketing, genetics, nutrition, forage and pasture management, and animal health. Editorial also includes personality profiles, coverage of Nebraska Cattlemen activities and comments on issues important to cattlemen in Nebraska.

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NEBRASKA CATTLEMEN FOUNDATION

Established in 1968, the Nebraska Cattlemen Foundation’s mission is to advance the future of Nebraska’s Beef industry by investing in research and education programs. The Foundation’s success and its ability to endow scholarships, sponsor leadership and education programs, assist with research and infrastructure projects have been possible only because of the support from the Nebraska cattle producers and allied industries.

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NEBRASKA CATTLEMEN PROGRAMS

Nebraska Cattlemen offers a wide array of programs to members. Ranging from producer education, leadership training, volunteer opportunities, and environmental management there is something for every type of Nebraska Cattlemen member.

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