Digital Dermatitis, or Hairy Heel Wart Research
Iowa Cattlemen's Podcast
Dr. Terry Engelken, of Iowa State University, presented "Digital Dermatitis - Old Disease, New Reseach" at Feedlot Forum 2021. Engelken speaks to his research on Digital Dermatitis, also referred to as Hairy Heel Wart. He says, "There are a lot of moving pieces to this disease, and I'm not sure we know exactly what all of them are at this point." Learn more about the age-old disease, and how you might go about managing it in the current and future.
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NEW Membership Managers, Carcass Challenge Update, and More
Iowa Cattlemen's Podcast
In this week's episode of "At the Gate," we introduce you to our NEW membership managers, Meghan Orr and Skylar Brittain. Jennifer Carrico, Southwest Iowa Regional Membership Manager, also joins us to provide an update on the Carcass Challenge and Iowa Cattlemen's Leadership Program (ICLP).
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Iowa Cattle Industry Leadership Summit
Iowa Cattlemen's Podcast
The Iowa Cattlemen's Association is gearing up for the Iowa Cattle Industry Leadership Summit and Annual Meeting. ICA CEO Matt Deppe says, "The first part of being a member is the investment of dues, but there's a very important second investment that we value more from our membership, and that's their engagement." Be engaged. Attend this year's Iowa Cattle Industry Leadership Summit and Annual Meeting on December 15 and 16 at Prairie Meadows, in Altoona. To view the full, two-day agenda, visit .
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Iowa Cattlemen's Foundation: Gameday Parking, Youth Beef Team, and Beef Scholarship Extravaganza
Iowa Cattlemen's Podcast
In today's episode, Mary Greiman shares how the Iowa Cattlemen's Foundation strengthens Iowa's cattle industry through education and outreach. Mary serves as youth and outreach coordinator for the Iowa Cattlemen's Foundation. She tells us about upcoming events, scholarship opportunities, and more in this biweekly episode.
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Developing Future Leaders of Iowa's Beef Industry
Iowa Cattlemen's Podcast
The Iowa Cattlemen's Association is currently taking applications for the Iowa Cattlemen's Leadership Program (ICLP), formerly known as the Young Cattlemen's Leadership Program. Jennifer Carrico, Southwest Iowa membership coordinator, speaks with previous program participants: Justin Robbins (2014), Clara Lauritsen (2017), and Dave Olson (2019). Each individual speaks to his or her experience and encourages you to apply for the 2022 ICLP class before November 15, 2021.
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Seasons: Fall, Harvest and Membership
Iowa Cattlemen's Podcast
Membership season is in full swing at the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association (ICA). Tanner Lawton and Jennifer Carrico, ICA membership coordinators, speak to the value of an Iowa Cattlemen’s Association membership. Jenn says, “For your return on investment, you’re not going to find a better value.” Learn why you should “Join the Herd” today.
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Corn Silage, Pasture Management, Annual Forages and More
Iowa Cattlemen's Podcast
The summer drought not only took a toll on pasture ground, but the nutrition and quality of corn silage. Iowa State University Extension Beef Specialist Beth Doran recommends testing recently harvested silage for elevated nitrate levels. She also offers tips on preserving pasture ground and speaks to annual forages.
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Sustainability: Climate Neutrality of U.S. Cattle Production by 2040
Iowa Cattlemen's Podcast
In this week's episode of "At The Gate," Matt Deppe visits with Dr. Jason Sawyer, associate professor and research scientist at King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management, and Randy & Jill Euken, Iowa cattle producers and the 2020 Region III Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) winners. Collectively, the group discusses viable paths toward climate neutrality in U.S. cattle production.
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Iowa Governor's Charity Steer Show Raises $375,000 for RMHC
Iowa Cattlemen's Podcast
Tanner Lawton and Casey Anderson, Iowa Governor's Charity Steer Show co-chairs, reminisce about the 39th annual Iowa Governor's Charity Steer Show (GCSS). The pair shares their most cherished moments from the show, as well as how many people it takes to raise $375,000 for a local cause, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Iowa.
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Key Priorities from NCBA Convention
Iowa Cattlemen's Podcast
ICA CEO Matt Deppe sits down with member leaders Brad Kooima, Dick Godfrey, and Bob Noble at the 2021 Cattle Industry Convention in Nashville, TN. The group discusses a variety of topics including: live cattle marketing, sustainability, as well as tax and finance.
info_outlineThe Iowa Cattlemen's Association is gearing up for the Iowa Cattle Industry Leadership Summit and Annual Meeting. ICA CEO Matt Deppe says, "The first part of being a member is the investment of dues, but there's a very important second investment that we value more from our membership, and that's their engagement."
Be engaged. Attend this year's Iowa Cattle Industry Leadership Summit and Annual Meeting on December 15 and 16 at Prairie Meadows, in Altoona. To view the full, two-day agenda, visit https://www.iacattlemen.org/events-meetings/iowa-cattle-industry-leadership-summit.