From the Pasture to Broadway

This past week took us from the heart of cattle country to the bright lights of Nashville, Tennessee for CattleCon and what a week it was.

Conventions like this aren’t just about shaking hands and walking trade show floors. They’re about growth. They’re about perspective. And most importantly, they’re about people.

CattleCon brought together some of the best minds in the beef industry. From educational sessions to breed discussions, market outlooks to herd management strategies, every conversation offered something valuable. We were able to listen, learn, and bring home ideas that will continue strengthening our program here at home.

But what really makes events like this worth it are the connections.

We met fellow cattlemen and women from across the country people who share the same early mornings, the same pride in good stock, and the same commitment to raising quality cattle. Some were longtime friends we finally got to see face-to-face again. Others were new relationships that we believe will turn into lasting partnerships. In this industry, relationships matter. Trust matters. And you can’t build that through a screen you build it across a table, a handshake, and good conversation.

Speaking of tables, Nashville did not disappoint. The food was as memorable as the meetings. And of course, one evening had to be spent walking down Broadway the iconic stretch filled with live music, neon lights, and the kind of energy only Nashville can offer. It was a chance to unwind, laugh, and enjoy the moment after full days of learning and networking.

Trips like this are a reminder that while we love being home with the cattle where we truly belong stepping away for a few days can sharpen your vision. Conventions are an investment. They challenge you, connect you, and recharge you.

We came home grateful… grateful for the knowledge gained, the friendships strengthened, and the opportunity to represent our program on a national stage.

Now it’s back to the pasture, back to the daily work, and back to doing what we love most…raising quality Angus cattle.

And we’re better for having gone.