The Ohio Cattlemen's Association (OCA) in partnership with the OCA Allied Industry Council is holding a meeting for beef producers on Tuesday, March 23 at the Wood County Fairgrounds in Bowling Green. All cattle producers are invited and encouraged to attend, as well as others with beef industry interest. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. with a complimentary dinner.

Meeting attendees will hear from Gary Short, PBS Animal Health, about vaccination and calving tips for beef cattle. Attendees will also hear from Dan Frobose, OSU Extension, as he addresses better ways for producers to inform consumers about production practices.

Cattlemen will also have the opportunity to share their opinions on the many issues that OCA is addressing on behalf of the beef industry. There will also be an opportunity for producers to visit with Allied Industry Council members.

For additional information on the meeting contact the OCA office at (614) 873-6736 or visit www.ohiocattle.org.

The Ohio Cattlemen's Association is an affiliate of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association and is the state's spokesperson and issues manager for all segments of the beef cattle industry including cattle breeders, producers and feeders. It is the grass roots policy development organization for the beef business. Through the Ohio Cattlemen's Association, cattle producers work to create a positive business environment, while providing consumers with a safe and wholesome product.