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GEORGIA NATIONAL FAIR OPENING CEREMONIES

The Georgia National Fair Authority opened the 2022 Georgia National Fair in Perry, Ga. Members of the Authority, along with Gov. Kemp and other dignitaries, welcomed everyone while highlighting the value that the fair provides in educating the general public regarding agriculture. Commissioner Black welcomed those in attendance on an international trade mission. At the conclusion of the ceremony, the Fair Authority recognized Commissioner Black and his unwavering support for agriculture in Georgia.

GCA ATTENDS 2022 SUNBELT AG EXPO

GCA had a great showing at the 2022 Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie Oct. 18-20. During the event, GCA partnered with Zoetis for a new-member incentive of sorting flags. Members of GCA’s Executive Committee, Region VPs, GJCA officers and GCA staff were on hand at the GCA booth and signed up more than 85 members during the event.

2022 SOUTHEASTERN FARMER OF THE YEAR

GCA’s EVP and several GCA members were in attendance at the Swisher/Sunbelt Ag Expo Farmer of the Year luncheon during the Sunbelt Ag Expo. This event honored the nominees from various states around the Southeast. This year’s winner was Robert E. Saunders of Virginia.

YCC TAILGATE

The Young Cattlemen’s Council hosted their first tailgate during the Georgiaversus-Tennessee football game. YCC board members and GCA staff were able to talk to others about what YCC has to offer. Attendees were able to meet other producers and industry members while cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs!

GBB staff member Taylor Evans was on the road to Athens last month to meet with the UGA Cattlemen’s chapter. Evans talked with them about how the Checkoff supports the beef industry, the symbiotic relationship between the Georgia Beef Board and the Georgia Cattlemen’s Association, and how students can be involved professionally and personally in our industry. Several members of the UGA Cattlemen’s Chapter serve on GBB’s Georgia Beef Ambassador team.

“HERDS AND HERITAGE” BOOK AWARDED FOR EXCELLENCE IN DOCUMENTING GEORGIA’S HISTORY

ABAC’S ANNUAL SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES CAREER FAIR

EVP Dale Sandlin attended the 2022 Georgia Historical Records Advisory Council Archives Awards on Oct. 25. During the event, the Georgia Cattle History Book, “Herds and Heritage,” and author Jackie Kennedy were awarded for Excellence in Documenting Georgia’s History.

BQA CERTIFICATION TRAINING – COLQUITT COUNTY CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION

To wrap up the busy month of October, the Colquitt County Cattlemen’s Association hosted their first-ever Beef Quality Assurance Certification training. The group learned how proper cattle handling and management can directly impact their operation, the health of their animals, and their economic return. UGA veterinarian Dr. Angie McDaniel facilitated the BQA training for the group of 30 cattlemen, cattlewomen, local 4-H and FFA members, and local supporters.

GCA was one of 70 participants that engaged with ABAC students enrolled in the School of Agriculture and Natural Resources during the annual Career Connections event. Career Connections is a place for students to network with professionals in fields specific to their interests in the agriculture industry. The event allows employers to present potential internship and career opportunities to students and share information about their respective companies.

THE INAUGURAL CARROL COUNTY BEEF FESTIVAL

The Carroll County Cattlemen’s Association, the West Georgia CattleWomen’s Chapter, and UGA Extension Carroll County hosted the inaugural Beef Festival on Oct. 22 in Carroll County. The event included a beef chili cook-off, beef- and ag-related vendors, kids’ activities, hayrides, live beef cattle to view and learn about, and Guess Bubba Jack the Bull’s Weight. The winner of People’s Choice and the Judge’s Choice for the beef chili was awarded to Dan Warren.