As we look ahead to the new year I would like to reflect on a successful ending of 2022. The South Carolina Cattlemen’s Association in conjunction with the Clemson Extension Livestock & Forages team held a three-day series of regional meetings during the third week of November. We kicked off day 1 in Allendale with a tour of the Oswald’s feed yard. On day 2 we were in Sumter at Blackcrest Farms, and on day 3 we were in Laurens. After each tour we headed indoors for a presentation from Mr. Matthew Fischer, Clemson Extension Livestock & Forage Economist. Mr. Fischer presented on managing input costs on beef cattle operations. After the presentation, a Shealy’s BBQ meal was served. Our next speaker for the evening was Mr. Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Mr. Woodall updated those in attendance of the great work NCBA has been doing for the beef cattle industry over the last several years. Over 180 cattle producers from across the state of South Carolina were in attendance over this three-day event. Each regional meeting was held at a great location and those in attendance were able to learn and benefit from the outstanding programs each night. I would like to thank each of our speakers, the Clemson Extension Livestock & Forages team, and the South Carolina Cattlemen’s Association Board of Directors for helping to make these meetings a huge success. I would also like to thank each of our Associate Members for their financial support for these regional meetings and also their support throughout the year.
Mark your Calendars for February 3rd as we get ready for the 2023 South Carolina Cattlemen’s Association Annual meeting being held at the T. Ed Garrison Cattle Complex in Clemson. We have a great agenda planned and look forward to seeing each of you there. We will be holding our Awards banquet in conjunction with the Clemson Bull Test sale again this year so plan to make a weekend of it and stay for the Clemson Bull Sale the next day.
The start of a new year brings a new year to recruit members to this great organization. The South Carolina Cattlemen’s Association strives to work hard for every cattle producer in the state of South Carolina. I would like to say thank you to all of our loyal members and I wish each of you a happy and prosperous New Year!
Travis Mitchell, CUCES Area Livestock and Forages Agent; SCCA Executive Director
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