DEADWOOD, S.D. – R-CALF USA will host its 2025 National Convention and Trade Show, themed “All In,” from June 17-19, 2025, at The Lodge at Deadwood. The convention will focus on sharing expertise, driving action, and strengthening the national organization’s strategy to restore profitability and prosperity in the U.S. cattle and sheep industries.
A key highlight of the event will be discussions surrounding R-CALF USA’s 13 priorities for the Trump administration and Congress, including mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL) for beef; tariffs and tariff rate quotas; overturning the mandatory electronic identification (EID) rule; reforming the mandatory beef checkoff program; and supporting and finalizing Packers and Stockyards Act rulemakings.
“There has never been a more important time for American producers to be ‘All In’ on saving their industry, and we are planning an event that will reflect just that,” said R-CALF USA Marketing Director Jaiden Moreland. “We look forward to what we expect to be another highly successful event in Deadwood.”
Preconvention activities and meetings will kick off Tuesday afternoon, June 17, with committee and policy development meetings, followed by an affiliate council meeting. The evening will feature a welcome reception offering appetizers, drinks, early registration check-in, and trade show access.
On Wednesday, June 18, and Thursday, June 19, attendees will hear from industry experts, government officials, and key stakeholders on pressing issues, legislative updates, reforms, litigation, and other topics. A full agenda and list of speakers will be announced later.
Sponsorship and trade show vendor spots are available, with a registration deadline of May 1. Applications for the Kimmi Lewis Scholarship are now open, and the deadline to apply is also May 1. Early bird registration for attendees is open, with prices subject to increase on June 1. For more details, hotel accommodation, or to register to attend or sponsor the event, visit www.RCALFconvention.com.
