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Key Issues

As the definitive voice of cattle farmers and ranchers, we take positions on key issues that ensure cattle producers’ opinions are heard in every region and segment of the U.S. cattle industry. We promote policies in Washington D.C. that give you the freedom to run your business and defend you and your property from government overreach.

Top Policy Priorities

Advocating on your behalf for the issues that impact you the most.

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Tax Relief


96% of farms and ranches are family-owned and producers need lower taxes to stay in business.

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Farm Bill


Cattle producers rely on Farm Bill programs to protect animal health, recover from disasters and ensure food security. 

What are NCBA's Official Positions?

See the full catalog of NCBA’s economic, wellness, land, trade, marketing, environmental and tax policy positions.

What Membership Category Best Fits You?

Whether you’re a producer, supporter, student or marketer, there’s an NCBA fit for you.

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Political Action Committee

NCBA-PAC is your voice on Capitol Hill and makes sure that those elected to Congress understand and care about the issues facing our industry. See how your involvement or contributions can make a difference in races across the country.

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Current Issues

See the economic, political and social issues in which the NCBA is making your voice heard.

86%

of beef in the grocery store is produced by U.S. farmers and ranchers.

600 million

acres of pasture and rangeland are stewarded every day by cattle farmers and ranchers.

$89 billion

The value of the U.S. cattle industry, making it the largest segment in U.S. agriculture.