Mississippi Cattlemen's Association 02.09.15
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MCA Convention & Dixie Farm Expo
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A Taste of Beef
Join us Friday, February 13 at the Ag Museum for a fun evening of great beef dishes and the benefit auction. Weekend Get-Away &
Fishing TripEnjoy a relaxing get-away at the beautiful Legacy Key Condominium in Orange Beach, Alabama.
The beautiful 3 bedroom/3 bath condo offers fully-equipped kitchens with modern appliances, washer/dryer, whirlpool tub, cable TV and free wireless Internet access.
Also included is a two-day fishing trip aboard the Tacky Jack.
The winning bidder may choose either the Dan Mullin - MSU or Hugh Freeze - Ole Miss signed football.
Donated by Lafayette County Cattlemen's Association Ironwood Domino Set
Hand crafted from desert Ironwood, this unique set would make a great gift or addition to your collection.This set of double six comes in an Ironwood carrying case.
Several framed prints and canvas gallery wraps will be offered to add a
beautiful touch to your home or office.
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Scholarship Luncheon & President's Banquet Tickets
Fifty outstanding students will be honored at the awards luncheon on February 14. College scholarships from The Wax Company, Cattlemen's Foundation and CattleWomen's Association will be presented at that time.
That evening, Panola County Cattlemen's Association will host a reception for incoming MCA President Dr. Harold Newcomb at 5:30 followed by the President's Banquet at the Ag Museum.
Tickets are limited, so call the MCA office today to reserve your tickets by credit card.
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National Boards
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Representing Mississippi at last week's Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio were Mike McCormick, Cattlemen's Beef Board director; Larry Jefcoat, Federation of State Beef Councils director; along with Danny Martin and Price Wallace, Policy Division directors.
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Sale of Junior Champions
Anna Cascio's Dixie National Grand Champion Steer will be one of 45 market animals selling on Thursday in the Dixie National Sale of Junior Champions at 11:30 a.m. in the Mississippi Trade Mart.
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Convention Highlights
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Join us Saturday, February 14 for an entertaining and informative day at Convention 2015. Speakers include Dr. John Michael Riley with his projections on the 2015 cattle market along with Dr. Jane Parish's analysis of results from market cow and calf observations at local sale barns.  Kansas State's Dr. Mike Apley will cover the timely topic of antibiotic regulation changes and Colin Woodall will update us on happenings in Washington, DC.  Between meetings, visit vendors in the Dixie Farm Expo for the latest products and services for your farm or ranch. Check the convention schedule here. |
Membership Drive
Jones County Cattlemen's Association signed up 28 new county and state association members during January. Great job!!
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Auction items
Wooden Hat
Handcrafted by Cliff & William Valentine from a 75# block of maple, this hat is truly a unique collector's item.
Donated by Marshall County Cattlemen's Association
Other Auction Items
John Deere toys, K2 ICEvault cooler, Dale Murphy autographed baseball, painting on tin, collectables, logo items, and more.
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Wheels for Bucks
Merck will reward MCA for each Ralgro wheel we collect before the February convention.
Bring your wheels to the Dixie National and drop them in the Ralgro Barrel at the Beef Barn or give them to any MCA officer.
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While attending the Dixie National Livestock Show & Rodeo, stop by the Beef Barn for a great ribeye steak sandwich, hot beef sundae or beef burger. We are on the midway, across from Barn 14.
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Coming to Mississippi
June 9 - 12
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