THE CATTLE GUARD
February 20, 2024 |
Clark-Hamlin Cattlemen's Association Hosts Annual Meeting
The Clark Hamlin Cattlemen’s Association met on with several cattlemen and women on February 17th in Bryant, SD, for their annual meeting. The meeting started with the announcement of last year’s scholarship winners, Tyler Opdahl and Alicia Vig, learning about their schooling, and plans after school. Secretary Ryan Schmidt, Treasurer John Roe, and President Chance Popham all provided an update from last year’s annual meeting and a year in review. Clark Hamlin had a big year from selling Beef Bucks at local basketball games, volunteering at the South Dakota State Fair Beef Booth, and their annual scholarship. President Popham was re-elected, and Justin Lamount was nominated and elected to serve on the board.
SDCA President Warren Symens and Northeast Region Director, Drew Edleman, informed the group on topics in Pierre, summer Region Roundup meetings and Cattle Con in Orlando. To wrap up the night, Kelsey Ramerth from the Hamlin County Natural Resources Conservation Services, discussed cost share opportunities for farmers and ranchers. Top left picture from left to right: Joe Roe, Treasurer, Riley Schmidt, Vice President, Jared Knock, Ryan Schmidt, Secretary, Dallas Laube, and Chance Popham, President. |
Save the Date: Sioux Basin Cattlemen's Bingo Night & Live Auction
Date: February 24, 2024 Time: 6:30 PM: Social 7:00 PM: Supper Bingo & live auction to follow. Where: Hefty Morton Center 47669 252nd Street Baltic, SD 57003 Please RSVP or call with questions: Carl Johnson - 605.651.5064 Jared Questad - 605.941.6007 |
Save the Date: 31st Annual South Central Cattlemen's Association Banquet
Date: February 24, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM: Social Hour 7:00 PM: Steak Supper Entertainment to follow. Where:
Platte Community Center 310 Main Street Platte, SD 57369 |
Important federal tax provisions are set to expire soon. NCBA needs our help demonstrating to policymakers how important these programs are to farmers and ranchers. Take NCBA's tax survey at ncba.org/policy or by clicking the button below.
Survey closes at the end of February.
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Student Trainee Loan Specialist Internship Positions Available through FSA
The following GS Student Trainee Loan Specialist (Pathways Summer Intern) application closes Friday, February 23, 2024
. This vacancy is open to current students who have successfully completed 1 full academic year of post-high school study and are currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis at a qualifying educational institution in a certificate, degree, or diploma program with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
This vacancy is for a Summer Intern working approximately 3 months during the summer of 2024 and the summer of 2025. Additional work during school breaks may be authorized as well. Upon successful completion of the Pathways program, these individuals may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to a permanent position if there is an available position. Conversion is not mandatory nor is it guaranteed. Locations are listed below. Please refer to the link below for more information and qualification requirements for the Pathways Student Trainee Program.
- Beadle County | Huron, SD
- Bennett/ Oglala Lakota County | Martin, SD
- Brown County | Aberdeen, SD
- Brule/Buffalo County | Chamberlain, SD
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Butte/Lawrence/Harding County | Belle Fourche, SD
- Codington County | Watertown, SD
- Davison/Hanson County | Mitchell, SD
- Day County | Webster, SD
- Dewey County | Timber Lake, SD
- Faulk County | Faulkton, SD
- Haakon/Jackson County | Philip, SD
- Hughes/Stanley County | Pierre, SD
- Hutchinson County | Parkston, SD
- Lake County | Madison, SD
- Meade County | Sturgis, SD
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Mellette/Todd County | White River, SD
- Minnehaha County | Sioux Falls, SD
- Potter County | Gettysburg, SD
- Spink County | Redfield, SD
- Tripp County | Winner, SD
- Yankton County | Yankton, SD
For more information contact Traci Ross at traci.ross@usda.gov |
Join the Team at the Natural Resources Conservation Service
There are over 400 positions available across the country. The Pathways Internship vacancy closes Tuesday, February 20th, and the Recent Graduates vacancy closes Monday, February 26th. |
Half-way through South Dakota's 99th Legislative Session
SDCA encourages you to follow along as we track bills and take action based on the policy resolutions that have been passed by SDCA members. Click the button below to view the SDCA's bill tracker and other legislative resources. |
SDCA Members:
Be on the lookout for the SDCA's weekly legislative e-update that will keep you updated on Legislative Session. E-updates will be sent out at the end of each week. |
SDCA South Dakota Lapel Pin
Order your cow shaped lapel pin featuring a throwback South Dakota flag inspired design. S
piffy up any jacket with a custom pin to represent South Dakota's beef industry! Pins will be available for purchase at SDCA events or online through the website! Order yours today!
Cost: $5 + shipping and handling for online orders
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SDCA Organizational Plate Decals
The State of South Dakota began issuing replacement license plates, so now is the perfect time to purchase organizational license plates and SDCA decals to show your support of South Dakota Cattlemen. Our logo decals are available for purchase for $25 on the website or by contacting the office. We will also have them available for purchase at the annual convention and trade show. As you upgrade your license plate, consider taking SDCA with you everywhere you go! SDCA now offers decals for organizational plates. Order yours today by clicking the button below.
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Market Update February 16, 2024 Moderate fed cattle cash trade in the North at $179 to $180 live and $287 dressed which is $1 to $2 softer live and $2 lower dressed compared to last week. Active trade in the South at $180 live which is $2 lower than last week.
In the boxed beef markets, the cutout moved higher with the Choice cutout increasing $0.29/cwt and the Select cutout adding $3.87/cwt. Reduced production and supplies are expected to lead to stronger demand later in the month followed by seasonal improvements in spring.
Feeder cattle traded mainly $2 lower to $5 higher, calves traded predominantly steady to $6 firmer, and market cows were mostly $2 lower to $3 higher. Corn finished down 12 cents on the active March contract. |
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Noteworthy Dates & Events |
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February 24: Sioux Basin Cattlemen's Bingo Night & Annual Meeting | Baltic
24: 31st Annual South Central Cattlemen's Association Banquet | Platte March 6: Leopold Conservation Awards Nominations Due | Pierre 11: Central Cattlemen's Spring Meeting | Huron
April 17-19: Legislative Conference | Washington, D.C. May 30 - June 6: Young Cattlemen's Conference | CO, NE, OH, and Washington, D.C. July 8-10: NCBA Summer Conference | San Diego, CA August
20-22: Dakota Fest Beef Booth | Mitchell |
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