NATIONAL STAGE

by National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President Don Schiefelbein

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to travel to the United Kingdom to meet with British officials and discuss the importance of bilateral trade between our countries. Great Britain is no longer part of the European Union (EU) and is seeking to establish its economic independence from Europe by pursuing trade agreements with allies like Australia, New Zealand, and Canada—but there is also a desire to strengthen the special relationship with the United States. Unfortunately, talks have lagged over the past year, but recent events in Ukraine have highlighted the need for both countries to work together to strengthen supply chains and address food security concerns through trade.

In our meetings with Members of Parliament and British trade officials, many were surprised to learn that our industry is rooted in family farms and ranches. The British perception of American agriculture is one of “factory farming,” but the reality is our average herd size is 43 head and over 96 percent of cattle operations are family owned and operated.

Similarly, there is also the perception that our cattle spend the majority of their lives on a corn-based diet. While corn has an important role to play in cattle feeding, our calves spend most of their lives on grass just like their British counterparts.

I share these stories to illustrate that often our similarities are stronger than our differences. British cattle producers employ many of the same practices we do. They maintain small, family-owned herds with initial feeding on grass followed by grain supplements.

Likewise, British producers share our strong commitment to animal welfare. For us, the Beef Quality Assurance program provides training in low stress animal handling and livestock care, while the U.K. teaches their producers through a similar program called “Red Tractor.” The U.S. and U.K. both prioritize sustainable cattle and beef production. As America’s original conservationists, caring for our land is second nature. Along the way, cattle producers have improved efficiency and now produce 60 percent more beef per animal while reducing emissions by 40 percent per pound. Britain’s Ambassador to the U.S. previously highlighted NCBA’s producer-developed sustainability goals as a particular item of interest. British consumers also care deeply about the sustainability of their food, and our sustainability story makes us a good fit for the British market.

One of NCBA’s goals for 2022 is increasing producer profitability and an effective way to do that is increasing your customer base abroad. As American cattle producers, we make a unique product. Our beef is the highest quality in the world and presents a unique flavor profile that consumers around the globe desire. Still, those who have never seen our production methods may have false ideas about how we raise our cattle. At NCBA, we are breaking down misconceptions about our industry and forging relationships to expand future trade opportunities for you.

It was an honor sharing our story in the U.K., but it’s only possible because of your daily commitment to raising the highest quality cattle in the world. Thank you for the dedication you bring to the farming and ranching way of life and thank you for your support of NCBA.

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Farms • Ranches • Recreation • Timber • Vineyards • Luxury Estates • Homes & Cabins

2,971.51 ± Acres | Elko County

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1,668 ± Acres | Del Norte County

• Working dairy ranch • Excellent water rights & climate; 3 wells • 3 miles of Smith River frontage • Sportsman’s paradise

2,882.82 ± Acres | Siskiyou County

• Certified Organic farm; alfalfa & grain • 1,225-acres under 14 pivots; 11 pivots in hay, 3 pivots in grain, 1,680 ft of wheel line • 10 wells; 7 used for irrigation

1,382.50 ± Acres | Mendocino County

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10,005.40 ± Acres | Tehama County

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2,450 ± Acres | Siskiyou County

• 2,450± acres; 1,168 irrigated acres • Irrigated by 21 pivots; 9 new pivots • 18 AG wells, 7 domestic wells • 90,370 SF in barns & 10,860 SF in shops

16,000 ± Acres | Lassen County

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1,315.26 ± Acres | Plumas County

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1,455 ± Acres | Shasta County

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964.23 ± Acres | San Luis Obispo County

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