As ranchers, animal health and the well-being of livestock has been a top priority for generations.  Keeping the domestic cattle herd safe and assuring foreign animal diseases are kept out of the U.S. are of critical importance, and NCBA works with the government to assure that we have adequate resources to address these issues.

Ranchers are the original proponents of animal care and welfare because we understand the moral obligation that comes with being a steward of our animals.  NCBA urges Congress for full funding for cattle health research & priorities. We spend everyday living off the land, working with our livestock - and it is our passion.

For details on specific issues, click on categories listed to your right.