“We are again hosting the North Central district meeting. The last time we hosted this event was 2012 and Dakota Territory Buffalo Association was a big supporter of the event. Below is some information regarding the meeting and attached is our sponsorship options.

South Dakota will be hosting the USAHA North Central District meeting this May 12-14^th. This is an opportunity to showcase the livestock (and really all agriculture) industries of South Dakota to State Animal Health Officials from the other North Central states. (ND, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, IN, IL, OH, WI, MI)

In addition, there may be USDA Veterinary Services personnel attending this meeting, as well as industry representatives who actively interact with the livestock industry. We are planning a bus tour with several stops to show off some of the more advanced livestock industry operations in South Dakota. Obviously, we would like to stop at many locations in the state, but with a limited time available, we have selected the following locations to visit.

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SAB BIO– Canton SD-Uses genetic engineering to produce human IgG from cloned cattle

Medgene-Brookings SD-Develops and produces new vaccines with cutting edge techniques

Houdek-Brookings SD-Uses a fermentation process to produce sustainable ingredients for aquaculture and livestock feeds

ADRDL-Brookings SD-Diagnostic lab with new facilities and cutting-edge disease testing development

Dare to Dream-Pierre SD-Equine rehab and conditioning facility

Jorgenson Land and Cattle-Ideal SD-The number one bovine seedstock producer in the US

Putting this meeting together is challenging from the financial side of things as we are striving to keep registration costs to a reasonable amount.  As such, I would like to humbly request your support and assistance in highlighting the livestock industries in South Dakota. Attached you will find information on donation levels. You and any other representatives of DTBA would be welcome to attend so we could thank you personally for your support.

Please reach out to me or the AIB office at 605-773-3321 if you have any questions or would like more information.