News and Announcements
Dressler Wins Baker/Cundiff Honors
The Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) presented the 2023 Baker/Cundiff Award to Elizabeth Dressler, Berryton, Kansas, July 3 during the group’s annual symposium in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The annual Frank Baker/Larry Cundiff Beef Improvement Essay Contest for graduate students provides an opportunity to recognize outstanding student research and competitive writing in…
Visionary Leader
For a decade Joe Epperly has served BIF with a hands-on work ethic and a can-do attitude. Growing up in Virginia, Joe Epperly was involved in agriculture and specifically the livestock industry since he could walk. His passion for the industry, unmatched work ethic and ability to listen and lead…
BIF Announces Seedstock, Commercial Producer Award Finalists
MANHATTAN, Kan. – The Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) has announced finalists for its Seedstock and Commercial Producer awards. Both developed in 1972, the Seedstock Producer Award recognizes outstanding seedstock producers across the continent while the Commercial Producer Award recognizes commercial producers for their dedication to improving the beef industry at…
2023 Seedstock Producer of Year Finalists Announced
Benchmark Angus Ranch, Cudlobe Farms, 44 Farms named 2023 Seedstock Producer of Year Finalists The Beef Improvement Federation has announced the 2023 Seedstock Producer of the Year Finalists. BIF members nominated six ranches for this year’s competition. Selected as finalists are Benchmark Angus Ranch, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada; Cudlobe Farms, Stavely,…
BIF Unveils New Website, Still Time to Register for 2023 Symposium
MANHATTAN, KAN. – The Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) rolled out a new website and updated logo this month. The new site allows for online membership renewals and management, a search of Symposium presentations, an updated look and is more mobile friendly. “We’re excited to launch our new site and the…
Register Now For 2023 BIF Symposium
Registration is now open for the 2023 Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) Research Symposium and Convention. This year’s event will be hosted July 3-6 in Calgary, Canada. The deadline for early registration is February 28. Attendees can save $50 (U.S) by registering early. Registration includes a student and media option. Online registration is…
Save $50 and Register by February 28 for 2023 BIF Research Symposium and Convention
Early registration deadline for the 2023 Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) Research Symposium and Convention is Tuesday, February 28. Attendees can save $50 by pre-registering. Student and media options are available. Online registration is available at BIFSymposium.com. This year’s event will be hosted be hosted July 3-6 in Calgary, Canada. The…
2023 Beef Improvement Federation Research Symposium and Convention Program Announced
Make plans now to attend the 2023 Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) Research Symposium and Convention that will be hosted July 3-6 in Calgary, Canada. The BIF Symposium features two and one-half days of educational programming with focused on this year’s theme “Precision Breeding.” Monday, July 3, kicks off with the…
BIF Selects New Board, Officers
The Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) announced new directors and officers June 3 during the group’s annual symposium in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Joe Epperly, Albion, Nebraska, was introduced as the 2022-23 BIF president during the Friday awards luncheon. Kevin Shultz, Haviland, Kansas, is the new vice president. Directors reelected to…
Catalyst For Progress
BIF President Matt Perrier Leads Both BIF And Dalebanks Angus With Professionalism, Forward Thinking And Perseverance Fifth generation cattle rancher Matt Perrier grew up in the picturesque Kansas Flint Hills near Eureka. As part owner and manager of Dalebanks Angus he strives to provide genetics to commercial cow-calf and seedstock…