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Cattlemen's Corner

Beef Checkoff dollars are being invested in programs within promotion, consumer education, and research that keeps beef top of mind for consumers in South Dakota, across the U.S. and the world.

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Pay the Checkoff

The Beef Checkoff is a producer-funded marketing and research program designed to increase demand for beef. The Checkoff acts as a catalyst for change and is designed to stimulate beef sales and consumption through a combination of initiatives including consumer advertising, research, public relations and new-product development.

You can pay your Beef Checkoff by downloading the forms below:

 Pay Monthly Report and Remittance Form (Online) 

 Download Private Treaty Sales Checkoff Investment Form (PDF) 

 Download Producer Redirection Form (PDF) 

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Checkoff in action

There’s a lot happening behind the scenes to keep beef strong in today’s marketplace. Take a look at how your investment is going to work building demand where it matters most.

Visit Programs & Events

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Checkoff-funded research

The work funded by your checkoff is helping build trust in beef and back it up with real science. See how that research is making a difference.

Visit Beefresearch.org

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The Beef Checkoff

Discover all the latest Checkoff resources from the Beef Board website.

Visit Beefboard.org

Cattlemen's Resoruces

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Beef Quality Assurance

BQA is a nationally-coordinated, state-implemented program that helps producers maintain proper management techniques. Get certified online or contact us for a list of dates for in-person training.

Visit BQA.org

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Masters of Beef Advocacy

Masters of Beef Advocacy is your go-to program for training and resources to be a strong advocate for the beef community. This free, self-guided online course provides farmers, ranchers, service providers, consumers, and all members of the beef community the tools and resources to become a beef advocate and answer tough questions about beef and raising cattle.

Visit mba.beeflearningcenter.org

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Local beef directory

If you are currently selling beef to the public, add your business to our directory to assist prospective customers in finding you.

Add your Business to the South Dakota Local Beef Directory

Visit the South Dakota Local Beef Directory