Spring Board Meeting is the theme around the office this week. Planning, preparing and a whole lot of printing is underway at the ACA building as we look forward to seeing our friends and fellow cattlemen from across the state tomorrow in Montgomery.
We've got more than just the Board Meeting happening around here, though! Keep reading to find out what's going on around the ACA this week.
Membership
We are working to wrap up membership with 10,730 members as of today and 19 "Over the Top" counties. Great job to all the counties who gained members from the previous year! Board members will get a full report from the membership office at tomorrow's gathering.Don't forget our John Deere Gator drawing sponsored by John Deere, SunSouth, Tri-Green Equipment and Snead Ag. For every new member you recruit, your name and the new member's name will go in the drawing. ACA members also have the opportunity to purchase more chances to win by calling ACA at 334-265-1867.
Influencer Education in Huntsville
Past President Donna Jo Curtis and Erin Beasley spoke to the North Alabama Dietetic Association (NALDA) last night in Huntsville. This group was very interested in how cattle are produced from pasture to plate. Donna Jo did an excellent job sharing her beef story with the group. By the end of the program, the NALDA group had asked if they could go on a farm tour to Athens! These dinner and discussion meetings have now been completed in all major districts in Alabama so that dietitians can earn continuing education hours.
Bama's Best Beef Final Four Announced
Our spring beef promotion that kicked off April 4 that highlights Alabama's unique beef dishes has narrowed down a final four. Now we are going head-to-head in week one with West End Grill's Tot Roast and Claunch Cafe's Roast Beef Sandwich. The winner of this week's photo LIKE challenge will seal their spot in the final round! Check out the Alabama Cattlemen's Association Facebook page to participate in the contest! Find the first post on our page and LIKE the picture that looks and sounds the tastiest to you!
Here's the Final Four:
- Tot Roast- West End Grill, Huntsville
- Filet Mignon Flatbread- FIRE Steakhouse, Atmore
- Roast Beef Sandwich- Claunch Cafe, Tuscumbia
- Deano Burger- Deano's Grill, Jacksonville
YCLP Class III
Sixteen students of the YCLP Class III will join this afternoon at the ACA. The group will gather for leadership development and learn more about the program this afternoon followed by a cookout at Gunter AFB's Peterson Lodge. Tomorrow, the group will continue leadership development during the morning hours then join in on the Spring Board Meeting and tour of the Capitol. Sixteen of 21 young cattlemen between 21-40 years of age will begin their year-long adventure to learn more about the cattle industry and develop leadership skills this afternoon in Montgomery.
Pic from Last Week: Wood Fruitticher Food Show
Erin was a part of the Wood Fruitticher (WF) food show last week 
Upcoming Cattlemen's Events:
- Fayette County Cattlemen's Association will host a PCA Rodeo at the Multipurpose Complex in Fayette May 13-14 at 7:30 p.m. This event is rain or shine! There will be plenty of fun for the entire family with children's games and events incorporated into the show. Adult tickets are $10, ages 5-12 are $5, children 4 and under get in for free. Come on out and have fun at a good old-fashioned rodeo!
- Pickens County Cattlemen's Association is pleased to be hosting it's 4th annual trail ride at J Bar Ranch in Gordo on Saturday, May 21. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. with a $20 fee per rider. The ride will start at 10 a.m. Lunch will be provided. You must RSVP by May 18 to the Pickens County Extension Office. (205) 367-8148
Board Members: Learn more about industry news and happenings and hear announcements, updates and reminders from your state staff at the Spring Board Meeting tomorrow! We can't wait to see you!
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