A record of more than 9,400 cattle producers and industry stakeholders attended CattleCon 2026, the annual cattle industry convention and trade show, last week in Nashville, Tennessee. During the event, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association announced its 2026 policy priorities.
Source: NCBA, February 2, 2026. Link. The organization will advance regulatory reform, animal health protections, expanded market access, and workforce solutions that ensure the cattle and beef supply chain can continue meeting strong consumer demand.
Select policy priorities include:
- Enhance and strengthen U.S. mitigation measures against the incursion of the New World Screwworm.
- Protect the U.S. cattle herd from foreign animal diseases and pests throught heightened awareness and preparedness actions.
- Safeguard the U.S cattle and beef supply chain by working with the administration to ensure there is a strong workforce to limit processing disruptions for producers.
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