November 2026 NEBRASKA CATTLEMAN 25 The schedule is subject to change. Watch for more details and updates in upcoming issues of the Nebraska Cattlemen Chronicle e-newsletter and online at nebraskacattlemen.org. 2026 Nebraska Cattlemen Annual Convention & Trade Show Dec. 9-10, 2026 | Younes Conference Center South, Kearney Thursday, Dec. 10 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Trade Show Stop in throughout the day to connect with industry partners, discover new products and services, and check out the latest tools, programs and resources designed for today’s cattle industry. 7:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. Policy Committee Meetings 1 Natural Resources and Environment Hear updates on key state and federal natural resource issues, learn about conservation forage opportunities and participate in a review of NC policy impacting water, land and the environment. Marketing and Commerce Discuss U.S. beef imports, including tariffs and trade impacts, along with updates on CME cattle futures and feeder cattle imports from Mexico.The committee will also review standing resolutions and policy statements. 9:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Policy Committee Meetings II Taxation and Education Hear from the Nebraska State Treasurer, get an update on TEEOSA funding, look ahead at legislative issues impacting education and taxation and participate in a review of NC policy. Ag Policy and Research Take on timely issues shaping the cattle industry, including meat processing and inspection, immigration and workforce challenges, and international trade while also reviewing NC policy. 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Trade Show Lunch 1:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Policy Committee Meetings III Brand and Property Rights Get the latest from the Nebraska Brand Committee, explore emerging property rights considerations surrounding data center development across Nebraska and participate in a review of NC policy. Animal Health and Nutrition Hear state and federal updates on animal health and nutrition issues impacting Nebraska’s cattle industry followed by a review of NC policy. 3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. NC Market Outlook Join NC Market Reporting Service staff member Jeff Stolle for a timely look at current cattle markets, key trends and what may be ahead for the industry. 4:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. Annual Business Meeting Join fellow members to review and approve policy developed through committee meetings, set the organization’s direction for the year ahead and elect 2027 leadership. 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Social Hour 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Annual Awards Banquet Enjoy a steak dinner as we recognize outstanding leaders with the Hall of Fame and Industry Service Awards along with the Nebraska Cattlemen Foundation’s Friend of the Foundation Award.
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