E-NEWSLETTER
BEEF ASSOCIATION
Market Report
Greenville Livestock Auction
Dec. 10, 2022
Total: 214
Feeder: 0 (0.0%)
Replacement: 214(100.0%)
Fairview Sale Barn
Dec. 15, 2022
Total: 1,701
Feeder: 1,701 (100.0%)
Replacement: 0 (0.0%)
United Producers
Dec. 15, 2022
Total: 340 Breeding: 0(0.0%)
Slaughter: 255(75.0%)
Feeder: 85(25.0%)
Illinois Weekly Summary
Dec. 19, 2022
Total: 2,913
Feeder: 1,701(58.4%) Slaughter: 1,212(41.6%) Replacement: 0(0.0%)
‘22 IN REVIEW
ILLINOIS BEEF ASSOCIATION RELFECTS ON THE HIGHLIGHTS OF 2022
The year is ending, and as most folks do, we reflect on what the last 365 days have entailed. Illinois Beef Association has much to be thankful for – new members, leaders, and staff, added programs and services, and strong results across the board. It is our wish that IBA continues to bring value and a positive impact on you and your operation in 2023.
If 2021 was a year of challenges for U.S. cattlemen, then perhaps we can celebrate 2022 as the year of change. While it wasn’t without its own set of complications, I think most producers are able to end the year reflecting on the positive that came our way over the last 12 months.
Here at IBA, we’ve seen some great developments since we last rang in the new year; from policy successes in Springfield and Washington, D.C., to checkoff program growth and expansion, we’re doing more each day to advocate and promote your Illinois beef operations.
In the legislature, we were successful at securing additional
LOOKING FORWARD
IBA Office has MOVED!
Illinois Beef Association’s new address is: 2501 N 8th Street Springfield, IL 62702
monies for state veterinarians, as part of a goal to increase Illinois’ preparedness for animal disease threats. By working with a group of other farm organizations and the Illinois Department of Agriculture, IBA members are now seeing more DVMs hired throughout the state as part of a team working on risk management and support for Illinois’ livestock industry.
Programs and services from the association have grown this year, in conjunction with the addition of new staff here at the office. We’re doing more to support local meat processors and local beef promotions, along with added marketing programs under the “Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner,” brand. We have also added more local workshops and educational seminars under our “Cattlemen Connect” program. Our Beef Leadership program kicked off in 2022, with a class of 10 great young cattlemen and women from across the state working together to forge a network of tomorrow’s industry leaders.
Staff additions include Annie Schoetmer as manager of programs and services here at IBA, along side Olivia Hoots as publications and business operations manager. I joined this spring as well, in the membership and communications manager role.
Our Board of Governors welcomed several newly elected directors this year, too, including Garrett Mattox from Anna, Joan Harrison from Minier, Anna Flikkema from Lanark, and Carol Lock from Avon.
IBA’s office relocated this year and is now open for business on the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, between the Junior Livestock Barn and the Open Sheep Barn. We hope it makes us easier to find and more accessible.
We would like to encourage beef producers and industry folk to invest in yourself in the new year, set goals and take time away from the barns, pastures, and fields to be with family and friends. Happy holidays and see you next year.
Seedstock Report
Upcoming Sales
Illinois Performance Bull Test Sale Springfield, IL 2.23.23
Illinois Multi-breed Female Sale Springfield, IL 2.24.23
Illinois Genetics Sale Springfield, IL 2.25.23
Cattlemen Connect & BQA Training
JWCC Ag Education Center - Baylis, IL January 19, 2023
Cattlemen Connect - 3P.M. BQA Meeting - 6P.M. Please reserve your spot by calling the office or visiting our website www.IllinoisBeef.com
Contact Annie for more information: annie@illinoisbeef.com
New E-Newsletter
Illinois Beef Association now releasing new E-Newsletter! All IBA members will recieve a copy via email. Stay up-to-date on all things beef with insightful information in each issue! For advertising or to have your information included, contact Devin Bollman devin@illinoisbeef.com
Producer Events
DeKalb-Kane Cattlemen
Annual Meeting - Shabbona, IL
November 19 - The cattlemen of DeKalb and Kane counties gathered for their annual meeting where scholarship and award recipients were recognized. The group hosted IBA leaders Josh St. Peters & Dave Duzan. An auction was held to raise funds for their scholarship and awards programs.
Union County Cattlemen’s Association
November Meeting - Anna, IL
November 29, 2022 - Union County Cattlemen got together in Anna for a cattlemen’s meeting where they were joined by Teresa Steckler who gave insights on the cattle market, and IBA leaders Dave Duzan and Josh St. Peters for membership and policy updates.
Jo Daviess County Beef Association
Annual Meeting - Hanover, IL
December 9, 2022 - Jo Daviess Co. Beef Assn. had a great turn out at their annual meeting where they awarded $23,500 in scholarships well as made significant contributions to their county’s fair and families in need. The association also added a new board position, Apprenticeship, for a youth member to stay up to date with all 4-H and FFA activities.
Heartland Beef Alliance Meeting - Lincoln, IL
January 11, 2023 6 P.M. - IBA Leader Betsy Pech is leading the organization on a beef reproduction/ artificial insemination program sponsored by Heartland Beef Alliance. Meeting will be held at Lincoln Community High School with a program presentation by Teresa Steckler. Please RSVP to Betsy at (217)737-7715
Betsy Pech will be organizing a carpool for the Cattlemen Connect event in Baylis, IL on January 19 - please reach out to her for more information.
Henry County Beef Association
Annual Banquet - Lavendar Crest Winery March 25, 2023
Prairie Beef Association
2nd Annual Prairie Beef Assn. Showcase Jackpot Show - DeWitt Co. Fairgrounds April 2, 2023
Wishing you happy holidays and a prosperous New Year from your friends at IL Beef
BEEF
| ILLINOIS
| SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS | WWW.ILLINOISBEEF.COM |
#2 devin@illinoisbeef.com DECEMBER 21, 2022 MONTHLY
NEWS
SALES REPORTS SOURCED FROM USDA AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICES
by Devin Bollman