CENTENNIAL, Colo. (Dec. 15, 2025) – CattleCon 2026 is just around the corner and there are plenty of “don’t miss” events in store. The largest beef and cattle industry event of the year will be held in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, Feb. 3-5.
While CattleCon officially begins on Tuesday, Feb. 3, arrive early for the D.C. Issues Update and NCBA Regional meetings on Monday, Feb. 2. During the D.C. Issues session, NCBA Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane will share insights about NCBA’s policy work. NCBA Region meetings give cattle producers the opportunity to engage in insightful conversations regarding significant local matters that could potentially influence operations.
A new event at CattleCon 2026 is the Prime Cut Awards: Featuring the National Environmental Stewardship Award and Beef Quality Assurance Awards. This signature event on Tuesday evening brings together cattlemen and women for a night of celebration, connection and industry pride.
The Sustainability Forum on Thursday, Feb. 5, focuses on legacy in action. The engaging discussion brings together producers and experts who have navigated — and are navigating — the challenges of succession planning and generational transfer. Whether producers are just starting to think about the future or actively planning for it, this session will help families build a business worthy of being passed on. Don’t miss this chance to prepare for tomorrow — today.
Also on Thursday, the NCBA Town Hall is an open “state of the industry” forum where producers and NCBA leaders tackle the issues shaping the beef business. Hear updates on key policy priorities, market conditions, and the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Throughout CattleCon, keynote speakers including Dale Earnhardt, Jr., Jon Acuff and Jimmy Yeary are sure to inspire and spark innovation. The CattleFax team, including CEO Randy Blach and atmospheric scientist Matt Makens, will also provide a glimpse into what 2026 and beyond have in store for the industry.
This annual convention brings cattle producers from across the country to conduct the business of the industry. Producers will also guide both Beef Checkoff and NCBA policy programs and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, the Cattlemen’s Beef Board, American National CattleWomen, CattleFax and National Cattlemen’s Foundation will hold annual meetings during the event.
A variety of registration options are available, and all include Cattlemen’s College education sessions and demonstrations. For more information and to register and reserve housing, visit convention.ncba.org.
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