Applications Open for the 2026 Young Cattlemen’s Conference

The Colorado Livestock Association is now accepting applications for the 2026 NCBA Young Cattlemen’s Conference.

CLA is currently seeking nominations for the Colorado representative to attend the 2026 Young Cattlemen’s Conference (YCC) hosted by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. This national leadership and advocacy program will be held from May 28 through June 4. Applications must be submitted by March 13.

This conference is a leadership development program designed to prepare the next generation of beef industry advocates and decision-makers. CLA’s YCC participant will represent Colorado on the national stage to discuss challenges Colorado beef producers face with members of Congress in Washington, D.C.

CLA will nominate an individual to represent Colorado at the 2026 Young Cattlemen’s Conference. Participants will receive financial support covering the cost of program registration. Applicants must be members of both the Colorado Livestock Association and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association to be eligible.

When: May 28 – June 4, 2026
Where: Denver, Colorado / Sioux City, Iowa / Ohio / Washington, DC
How: Space is limited! To be nominated, send a cover letter addressing your interest in YCC and your involvement with CLA, and a current resume to bdennison@coloradolivestock.org by March 13.

Since the program’s inception, CLA has supported numerous future leaders of the beef industry in attending this eye-opening and inspirational event. Brandon Beiger, Wickstrom Feedyard, Orchard, was the CLA’s representative for the 2025 YCC.

“The Young Cattleman’s Conference was an incredible experience for me. It made me so grateful and proud to be a part of this ever-changing industry. Capitol Hill was a highlight for me. It was shocking and encouraging to see people going to bat for us, the producers, in Washington, DC. The networking and relationships created with other industry leaders will last for a lifetime after this conference. People love eating BEEF, and for that I am grateful. As an industry, we will continue to produce a safe, affordable, and satisfying product. I would like to thank NCBA for all of the effort put into this conference. Also, I would like to thank Colorado Livestock Association and Wickstrom feedyard for giving me the opportunity to attend,” stated Brandon Beiger about his time as the 2025 YCC attendee for CLA.

To learn more about the YCC program, visit: ncba.org/events/young-cattlemens-conference