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Missouri Cattlemen's Association membership exceeds 2004 goal
Missouri
The Missouri Cattlemen's Association ended the 2004 membership year with over 50 percent more members than one year ago, making them the fastest growing state cattlemen's association in the nation. During the 2004 membership year, which ran from Oct. 1, 2003 to Sept. 30, membership rose to 3,328 members, which includes 1,262 new members. In addition to the regular membership the Missouri Cattlemen's Association also has 375 junior members.
Reaching 3,300 members triggers an important change in the dues structure of the Missouri Cattlemen's Association--beginning October 1, 2004, all dues, for both new members and renewing members, will be lowered to $50. Prior to this change, yearly dues were $65 for renewing members and $50 for new members.
"Our county cattlemen's associations did an incredible job of recruiting cattlemen and women to our association, which helped us end the year on a strong note," said David Moore, MCA second vice president. "We are excited about the upcoming year and expect to continue the increase in membership across the state."
"We have a new dues structure, a new attitude and great faith in the positive future of Missouri's cattle industry," said Rusty Kahrs, Pettis County cattle producer and MCA president. "Missouri's cattle farmers and ranchers are excited about the future of our association and our industry. Our members know how important it is to get involved in the Missouri Cattlemen's Association to protect our industry. They realize the value of the work done by county associations, MCA, and the National Cattlemen's Beef Association on issues critical to the cattle industry."
Interested cattle producers and businesses are encouraged to contact their county cattlemen's association, call the Missouri Cattlemen's Association at 888-499-9162 or visit the MCA website at www.mocattle.com.
The Missouri Cattlemen's Association has members in 109 of Missouri's counties. In addition to educational and social opportunities, MCA provides information, support of youth programs, and serves as the voice for cattlemen, both in Jefferson City and Washington, D.C. The Missouri Cattlemen's Association was initiated in 1911 and is dedicated to improving profitability of Missouri's cattle industry. MCA will work tirelessly to promote, preserve and protect the future of our great cattle industry and the people who depend on us.
Date: 10/20/04
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