How do I pay into the checkoff?
By law, all producers selling cattle or calves, for any reason and regardless of age or sex, must pay $1 per head to support beef/veal promotion, research and information through the Beef Promotion and Research Act.
Read MoreHow much money is returned to the industry from the Beef Checkoff?
Research shows the checkoff returns more than $13 to the industry for every dollar invested.
Read MoreWho pays into the Beef Checkoff?
By law, all producers selling cattle or calves, for any reason and regardless of age or sex, are required to pay $1 per head to support beef/veal promotion, research and information.
Read MoreHow can I be involved in the Beef Checkoff?
For many producers, the best place to get involved is by attending state board meetings or even becoming a member of the Cattlemen's Beef Board (CBB).
Read MoreWhat is the Cattlemen’s Beef Board? Who serves? How are they paid?
The Cattlemen's Beef Promotion and Research Board oversees and manages the $1 per head Beef Checkoff program.
Read MoreWhat is the checkoff doing to dispel notions that beef production is damaging to the environment?
The checkoff-funded lifecycle assessment provides a clear picture as to where beef operators can improve efficiency and sustainability.
Read MoreHow is the checkoff promoting beef in a healthy diet?
"Beef. It's What's For Dinner." brand, the checkoff is sharing recipes, nutritional facts and the dietary benefits of eating beef with consumers.
Read MoreDoes the CBB support governmental or regulatory policy issues?
According to the Beef Promotion and Research Act, checkoff funds cannot be used to to influence government policy or action, including lobbying.
Read MoreWho decides what programs to fund and which contractors to hire?
When the Beef Act was passed as part of the 1985 Farm Bill, many state beef councils were already working together and conducting checkoff-funded programs through the Beef Industry Council.
Read MoreDoes CBB actually conduct programs? If not, who does?
The Cattlemen's Beef Board (CBB) is required to conduct programs through industry-governed organizations known as contractors.
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