National Center for Beef Excellence

07/04/2026

This Independence Day, we celebrate the freedoms that have shaped our nation and honor the hardworking individuals who help feed it every day.

From cattle producers and seedstock operations to researchers, breed associations, and industry partners, your commitment to advancing the beef industry strengthens agriculture and our rural communities.

As we celebrate with family and friends this Fourth of July, we thank everyone who continues to invest in the future of beef through innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Wishing you a safe, happy, and memorable Independence Day!

🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July from the National Center for Beef Excellence.

06/22/2026

Models can’t yet tell you exactly when New World screwworm will reach your area. Cattle movements, weather and reporting will decide how far — and how fast — it goes.

06/17/2026

Innovation happens when great minds come together around a shared goal from every corner of the world.

NCBE was proud to participate in The Yield Lab Institute’s launch of the Global Cattle Innovation Platform (GCIP), an initiative designed to accelerate practical innovation across the global beef and dairy industries.

As an organization committed to advancing the cattle industry through data, genetics, technology, education, and collaboration, NCBE recognizes that the future of our industry depends on partnerships that connect producers, researchers, technology developers, and industry leaders.

Thank you to the Yield Lab Institute and all participants for fostering meaningful conversations about the future of the global cattle industry. We look forward to continuing to support advancements that benefit producers and the entire beef value chain.

06/04/2026

New World Screwworm Update

USDA has confirmed the sample from a cattle ranch near La Pryor, Texas, is screwworm. A threat the U.S. hasn't faced for more than 60 years, NWS is not a disease or food safety concern for consumers.

06/04/2026

Remember, NWS is not a good safety concern for consumers!

The sample is currently at USDA's National Veterinary Services Laboratories for confirmatory testing. A threat the U.S. hasn't faced for more than 60 years, NWS is not a disease or food safety concern for consumers.

06/02/2026

The NCBE team is in Boise, Idaho this week for the Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) Symposium!

We’re looking forward to learning from industry leaders, connecting with cattle producers and breed organizations from across the country, and bringing back new ideas that help us better serve our clients and partners.

One of the things we value most at NCBE is staying actively involved in the beef industry. Events like BIF allow us to continue growing our knowledge, strengthening relationships, and keeping a pulse on the issues and opportunities impacting cattle producers today.

If you’re attending the symposium, be sure to say hello, we’d love to visit with you!

06/02/2026

The National Center for Beef Excellence is hiring a Customer Service Specialist (20–30 hours/week, hybrid position).

This role is ideal for someone with livestock experience who enjoys working with producers, solving problems, and supporting breed associations across the beef industry.

From customer service and registration processing to data management and industry support, you'll play a key role in helping cattle producers and organizations succeed.

Submit your cover letter, resume, and references to Jake W. Renner at [email protected].

Learn more at the link below and apply today!
http://www.beefcenter.org/newsfeed/job-posting-customer-service-specialist/

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice made possible the freedoms we enjoy each day including the opportunity to be stewards of the land we borrow from the next generation, raise cattle, support our rural communities, and continue the traditions we value. 🇺🇸

As we spend time with family, gather with friends, or work alongside the next generation, we are reminded that those freedoms did not come without sacrifice.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we remember and honor our nation’s heroes.

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, the NCBE office will be closed on Monday, May 25. Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, May 26.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

04/01/2026

“I am most looking forward to the opportunity to work with ranchers from across the country to help them achieve the data, marketing, and registry goals they have for their operation,” Renner said. “Being a voice for those individuals and families, and helping make connections for resources, funding, education, and market access, are services I’ve worked to build my career around, and I’m excited to be able to execute those services every day in this role.” – Jake W. Renner

Help us welcome Jake as our new Executive Director. Read his release below, share words of encouragement and drop any questions you may have.

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE National Center for Beef Excellence Names Jake W. Renner as Executive Director Kearney, Mo. — The National Center for Beef Excellence (NCBE) announces the hiring of Jake W. Renner as executive director, effective April 1, 2026. Renner brings a background spanning extension...