The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s CattleCon 26 is coming up February 3rd through the 5th in Nashville, Tennessee, and this year’s event promises to deliver far more than education alone. In addition to industry-leading learning opportunities and valuable networking, CattleCon will feature an exciting entertainment lineup that celebrates the heart of Music City.
We caught up with Kristen Torres with NCBA to learn more about what attendees can expect. According to Torres, one of the most anticipated highlights is a truly special evening at an iconic venue. “I am so very excited to announce we’re doing an exclusive Grand Ole Opry at the Ryman Auditorium. We have a great lineup. We’re a great trio by the name of The Castellows.”
The night doesn’t stop there. “And then our headliner, I’m so excited about this, is the legendary Vince Gill.” Hosting the event at the historic Ryman Auditorium adds to the experience, as Torres explains: “They call the Ryman the mother church.”
To ensure every attendee has the chance to take part, NCBA has structured the evening with flexibility in mind. “And in order to make sure that everybody gets an opportunity to experience this, we’re having two shows. First one’s at 7 p.m. The second one is at 9 p.m.” When registering, attendees can select the show that works best for them. “And folks, when they register, can go in and select which show they prefer. And we have plenty of seats for everyone.”
CattleCon 26 is also embracing a new, all-inclusive model that adds significant value for attendees. “So that means that everybody’s coming to the convention gets everything that’s happening at the time frame that they’re coming.” Whether attending for one day or the full event, participants gain access to premium content. “So if they come for one day, if they come for Thursday of the convention, they’re going to get that exclusive Opry event. They’re going to get access to the CattleFax session. They’re going to get all the education that’s happening, Cattleman’s College.”
For full details, registration information, and ongoing announcements, Torres encourages producers to stay connected. “All the information can be found on our website, which is convention.ncba.org. And they can also follow us on all the social media channels… Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn.”
CattleCon 26 is shaping up to be an unforgettable blend of education, industry insight, and world-class entertainment.
Audio Reporting by Dale Sandlin for Southeast AgNet.