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Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association

Chancey Hanson

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Celebrating Beef Day

Beef is more than just what's for dinner here in Oklahoma!

 

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA., May 6, 2014 - The Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association fired up the grill Monday, May 5, at the State Capitol to celebrate Beef Month and Beef Day at the Capitol. 

 

"We appreciate Bar-S Foods for providing 500 All Beef hot dogs," said Michael Kelsey, OCA Executive Vice President.

 

The purpose of Beef Day was to provide our elected officials and those that work with them a tasty beef meal while promoting beef and building relationships.  Oklahoma is the 5th largest beef producing state with more than 55,000 ranches statewide.

 

"It's important for us to educate our elected officials that beef is more than just what's for dinner here in Oklahoma!" Kelsey said.

 

The Oklahoma Beef Council, Oklahoma CattleWomen, The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation and the Oklahoma State University Animal Science Extension set up booths inside the capitol.  Complimentary boot shines were also available throughout the day.

 

"Last week we hand delivered invitations to all legislators and staff to participate in the event and encouraged all of them to wear their boots," Kelsey said.  "We are pleased with the amount of participation in this event and look forward to making Beef Day an anticipated tradition!"

 

To view photos of the event, Like and visit our Facebook page.

 

The OCA represents more than 5,500 Oklahoma ranching families. The OCA exists to support and defend the state and nation's beef cattle industry. The OCA officers, board of directors and membership encourages you to join us in our advocacy efforts to ensure less government intervention, lower taxes and a better bottom line. For more information about OCA membership, the theft reward program or activities call 405-235-4391 or visit www.okcattlemen.org.

 

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