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October 9, 2026

USDA Feeder Cattle Dashboard

Join Livestock Marketing Association for an in-depth look at the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service's National Feeder & Stocker Cattle Dashboard on October 8, 2026 at 6:30 pm (CT). USDA market reporter Lonnie Peetz will walk participants through the dashboard's features, explain the data behind the reports, and demonstrate how auction markets, producers, and industry professionals can use the tool to better understand market trends and cattle movement patterns. Whether you're new to the dashboard or looking to get more value from the information it provides, this webinar will offer practical insights into one of the industry's most comprehensive cattle marketing resources.

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September 10, 2026

Texas Auctioneer Awarded Top Honors

Texas Auctioneer Awarded Top Honors at World Livestock Auctioneer Championship Qualifier

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August 27, 2026

AFBF, LMA, NCBA and USCA Urge President to Reverse Proposed Beef Import Plan

Four of the nation's leading livestock and agricultural organizations have joined together to urge President Trump to reverse a proposed 90-day import plan they believe would weaken the long-term stability of the U.S. cattle industry.

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July 14, 2026

Livestock Marketing Association Names Leadership Committees for 2026–2028

Newly appointed committees will guide LMA’s policy, advocacy and industry leadership efforts following record member participation at the association’s Annual Convention.

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June 21, 2026

Jace Thompson Wins World Livestock Auctioneer Championship

When Jace Thompson first began his auctioneering career, he quietly set a lofty goal. He didn’t publicize it, but he wanted to prove to himself that he could stick to something, refine his craft and ultimately become the best in the world.

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