Nine seedstock producers representing five breeds of cattle were showcased during the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association’s (NDSA) All Breeds Cattle Tour Oct. 9. The tour celebrated its 36th year, featuring an impressive group of Lisbon, N.D.,-area beef producers and welcoming more than 160 attendees.
“The breeders take pride in their cattle and were very excited to welcome tour guests to view their operations,” said Tour Chairman Stacy Erdmann of Lisbon, N.D.
The day commenced with registration at the AmericInn Hotel in Valley City, N.D. From there, the tour departed for visits to Hoffmann Angus Farms, Wheatland, N.D., with guest Anderson Angus Ranch of Chaffee, N.D.; Oland Red Angus of Sheldon, N.D.; Erdmann Angus Ranch, Lisbon, N.D., with guest JK Angus, also of Lisbon; Quandt Cattle Company, Oakes, N.D.; Wendel Livestock, LaMoure, N.D.; and Jungels Shorthorn Farm, Kathryn, N.D., with guest Pearl Valley Shorthorns of Valley City, N.D. To cap of the night, a banquet supper was served at Jungels Shorthorn Farm sale facility in Kathryn. NDSA President Jason Leiseth, an Arnegard, N.D., producer, shared an association report, highlighting a market update, policies passed at the recent NDSA Annual Convention & Trade Show, and the organization’s Building Campaign.
“This year’s tour featured excellent sets of cattle,” said Leiseth. “With gracious hosts, fantastic company and top-notch seedstock to view, a great time was had by all.”
The All Breeds Cattle Tour is a project of the NDSA Seedstock Council. Planning for next year’s tour will begin in Spring 2024.
