Cattlemen's Resources
Learn more about the Beef Checkoff and the programs available to you.
Checkoff Compliance
What you need to know about who pays the $1.50-per-head beef checkoff investment and available remittance forms.
Checkoff News
The mission of the Beef Checkoff Program focuses on "improving producer profitability, expanding consumer demand for beef and strengthening beef's position in the marketplace." To accomplish this the checkoff acts as a catalyst for change and is designed to stimulate beef sales and consumption through the combination of initiatives, including consumer advertising, research, public relations and new product development.
Iowa Beef Quality Assurance Program
A national program that raises consumer confidence through a commitment to quality within every segment of the beef industry.
CSIF
The Coalition, created by farmers to serve farmers, is here to help families grow their livestock farms responsibly and successfully. We can help with siting, planning, construction, following all rules and regulations and neighbor relations.
USMEF
The mission of USMEF is “to increase the value and profitability of the U.S. beef, pork and lamb industries by enhancing demand for their products in export markets through a dynamic partnership of all stakeholders.” Simply put, USMEF is “Putting U.S. Meat on the World’s Table.”
CAST
CAST, through its network of experts, assembles, interprets, and communicates credible, balanced, science-based information to policymakers, the media, the private sector, and the public.
Masters of Beef Advocacy
Tell your story with the tools you need from the Masters of Beef Advocacy (MBA) Program.
County Grant Program
Enhance beef advertising and promotion efforts within your county. This program is funded by the Iowa State Beef Checkoff Program.