The 2026 SDCA Convention & Trade Show brings together producers and beef industry stakeholders for educational opportunities, policy discussion and development, and cattle focused trade show.

This year's convention theme, "Cattlemen Care," celebrates the many ways South Dakota cattle producers care every day, from responsibly stewarding the land and caring for their herds to strengthening their communities and supporting one another through the challenges and successes of the cattle business.

Day One | Tuesday, December 8

• SDCA Policy Committee Meetings
• Trade Show
• Cattlemen's Land & Legacy Event
• SDCA Trade Show
• Best of Beef Dinner
• President's Auction
• SDCA Roping Contest

Day Two | Wednesday, December 9

• Cattlemen's Education Series with AgSpire
• SDCA Annual Membership Meeting & Officer Elections
• Luncheon keynote featuring Dr. Temple Grandin
• CattleFax Market Outlook

Registration
Full Convention Registration: $195
    Includes access to convention activities, educational sessions, trade show, and meals included in the program.
 Additional meal tickets for spouses or guests may be purchased with a full registration.
One-Day Registration Options

• Day One: $100
• Day Two: $100

Hotel Accommodations
A block of rooms has been reserved at The Ramkota Hotel in Pierre. To reserve your room, call (605) 224-6877 and mention the South Dakota Cattlemen's Association Convention.

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