About Us
Our Mission: To increase beef demand and generate positive attitudes while improving profit opportunities for beef producers.
What We Do
The South Dakota Beef Industry Council is the Qualified State Beef Council which collects and administers the $1 beef checkoff on cattle sold in South Dakota. Checkoff dollars are utilized strictly for promotion, education and research programs. Fifty cents of every dollar is directed to the Cattlemen's Beef Board for programs on the national level. The SDBIC retains 50 cents, which is invested in additional national programs and in-state programs. Funding is determined by the SDBIC's board of directors which is made up of 24 volunteer cattle producers representing 8 agriculture organizations from across the state.
When We Meet
The SDBIC holds quarterly public meetings. Dates and times are publicly announced in advance.
Our History
- 1954 - The South Dakota Beef Council is formed for the purpose of beef promotion.
- 1977- After previously joining with the South Dakota Livestock Industry Committee, the group officially changes its name to the South Dakota Beef Industry Council (SDBIC)
- 1986 - The SDBIC applies and is approved to become the Qualified State Beef Council for South Dakota
Contact Information
Mailing Address:
South Dakota Beef Industry Council
122 E Sioux Ave Suite D
P.O. Box 7051
Pierre, SD 57501
Phone: 605-224-4722 (office)
Office Hours:
Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CT
Meet South Dakota Beef's Board and Staff
The work undertaken by South Dakota Beef Industry Council is guided by industry leaders representing every segment of the South Dakota cattle industry. These individuals on the South Dakota board are nominated by their respective organizations and appointed by the Governor of South Dakota to give voice, expertise and perspective to the needs of South Dakota's cattle ranchers, farmers and beef producers.
The South Dakota Beef Industry Council staff proudly serves South Dakota's cattle farmers and ranchers through education, promotion and community engagement to demonstrate the value of the beef industry in South Dakota. We also engage in activities that demonstrate that not only is beef delicious, but it's also a powerful ally in building healthy bodies, thriving communities and a strong economy for South Dakota.
2025 Annual Report
A summary of state and national beef education, promotion and research programs funded by the $1 per head national beef checkoff program.
Careers at South Dakota Beef Industry Council
Vestibulum imperdiet tempor volutpat. Aliquam erat volutpat. Donec id ligula sem. Donec interdum lacinia efficitur.