The Montana Stockgrowers Foundation (MSF) today announced an exciting new feature to its Cattle Drive Program. In partnership with Western Ranch Supply and MJE Livestock Equipment, MSF will award the overall winner of the 2024 Cattle Drive Program a portable panel trailer package, valued at over $18,000.
The Cattle Drive program allows ranchers and businesses across Montana to donate a calf directly or donate the market value of a steer calf. Steers are then transported to Yellowstone Cattle Feeders in Shepherd, Montana, where they are put on contest and finished. The top three animals in average daily gain and carcass data, as well as an overall champion steer are recognized at MSGA’s Annual Convention and Trade Show each December.
“We are thrilled to partner with Western Ranch Supply and MJE Livestock Equipment to announce yet another great feature to the Cattle Drive Program,” said Monty Lesh, Cattle Drive Committee Chair. “Our goal is to provide as much benefit to our donors as possible and we can’t wait to see how this year’s program stacks up with this added bonus.”
The grand prize portable panel trailer package, sponsored by Western Ranch Supply and MJE Livestock Equipment, will include 36 10-foot panels, four 10-foot overhead gates, and a panel trailer. MSF has also partnered with Montana breed associations to provide incentives for the quality cattle genetics raised by Montana producers. Montana Angus, Hereford, Red Angus and Simmental associations have pledged a combined $20,000 in award money for the program.
Harvest for the 2024 cattle crop is expected to begin in June 2025 and continue into the fall as the steers reach their optimum weights. Once a steer is harvested, donors receive valuable data on their steer’s performance against some of the best cattle in the state.
If you are interested in participating in the Cattle Drive program, contact Heidi Kool at (406) 461-0642 or [email protected].
The Montana Stockgrowers Foundation (MSF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and was established to ensure the future of Montana’s cattle industry through producer and public education, and promotion of MSGA programs. The Foundation supports the next generation by offering educational programs, academic scholarships and providing leadership opportunities.
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