Michigan Cattlemen’s Association (MCA) members have an exciting opportunity awaiting at Summer Round-Up. The event, which is sponsored by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and the National Corn Growers Association, MCA presents three educational opportunities as part of the Cattlemen’s Education Series®. Summer Round-Up is June 21-22 in Holland, Mich.

“Summer Round-Up is the perfect time for members to come together to celebrate our cattle community and keep up to date on what is happening in the industry,” said Eric Salinas, MCA Summer Round-Up planning committee chair. “With new research and developments happening every day, it is important to us as an association that we provide our members with the best opportunities to stay educated and informed.”

Topics this year will include market updates and Michigan’s climate variation compared to other states provided by CattleFax, Beef on Dairy research provided by Dr. Jared Jaborek, of Michigan State University, and vaccination program education provided by Merck Animal Health.

Additionally, the event offers the opportunity to compete in contests, such as the BBQ and dessert creation contests. There will be a demonstration that shows the process of making candles and skincare products out of beef tallow. On the second day of the event, there will be tours of the West Michigan Beef Company and Schaendorf’s Dairy.

“We will host our annual awards banquet at Summer Round-Up to honor some outstanding MCA members,” said Matt Noggle, member of the Summer Round-Up committee.

All those who are interested in attending the event should register on the Michigan Cattlemen’s website, www.micattlemen.org.