Frequently Asked Questions

1 I missed the last event. Is there an audio or video that I can buy to hear or see the last event?

Yes you can. There is a 5 DVD set that is available from the Feb. 2010 event and an 8 DVD set that is available from the Oct. 2010 event and an ~8 DVD set is in production from the September 2011 event. Click HERE to find out more and purchase your DVD from the first event or click HERE to purchase your DVD from the second event and HERE to order the 2011 DVD set today. We also have a special offer to buy all three sets of the February, October and 2011 Exchange events, click HERE for more information on any combination of DVD's.

2 What kind of cattle should I bring for display?

There will be people in attendance that are interested all classes of livestock. Bred cows, bred heifers and replacement quality heifer calves are probably most in demand and there is a great interest in bulls to improve genetics. There may be a possibility for eligible cattle (both steers and heifers) to go into a grass finishing program. Display pens will be available to breeders and/or producers that would like to show attendees their genetics.

3 When should the cattle arrive?

Cattle can arrive as early as 8:00 am on the 15th and have to be in by 12:00 pm the same day as the hall will open to the public at 1:00 pm. We’ve designed the seminar to be a teaching and hands on seminar. The schedule will allow ample time for attendees to look at the cattle and ask questions, and for you to share ideas with one another.

4 Can I bring organic cattle?

Yes, we would suggest you bring you own organic hay for your cattle and they will be penned in a separate area to insure no nose to nose contact. We will accept all classes of organic certified cattle.

5 What sizes are available for display pens?

We have one size of display pen available, a 10 x 20 for $450 prior to August 31 and $600 there after. The pens will be on a first come first serve basis until all pens are taken. Reserve a display pen today by contacting Joey Jones at joey at grassfedexchange.com or by filling out the form on the Display page.

6 Who do I contact about the seminar?

The Grassfed Exchange committee is still determining the process we are going to use to register folks for the 2012 conference. We will have a decision made soon and will let you know the process as soon is it is available.

7 How do I get to NE Community College Ag Complex or Norfolk Lodge & Suites?

Northeast Community College Ag Complex is on East Benjamin Ave and the Norfolk Lodge & Suites is on West 275 or Omaha Ave, both of which are in Norfolk, NE. To see a map of these locations, click HERE.

8 What airport can I fly into for the event?

You have several options for where to fly into. Prices vary depending on which airline you fly and where you are flying from. You can fly into Sioux Falls, SD or Sioux City, IA or Omaha, NE. Many have found Omaha to be the most economical option even though it is the farthest away. We leave that decision to you now that you know the options.

9 Is there a block of rooms reserved at a particular hotel?

Yes, we have a block of rooms reserved at the Norfolk Lodge & Suites. Please phone them direct to make your reservation at (402) 371-4520. You can visit their site HERE.

10 I cannot make the upcoming event, will there be a DVD set for the September Exchange event?

Yes, we will have a DVD set of the next event as well. Professor Miller from NE Community College will be over seeing the taping of the upcoming event and DVD's will be available within 2 to 3 weeks of the event according to Professor Miller. You will be able to preorder a DVD set at a discounted price or you can order the combination set (both DVD sets from February and October of last year) at a 10% reduction in cost HERE. We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have. You will enjoy these sets. We will be offering a combination set of all three DVD sets before the event in September.

Purpose Statement

To promote grass-fed beef for the social good of our land, our consumers, and our communities.

To educate producers by promoting the exchange of ideas and developing strategies to increase the value of the grass-fed industry.

To improve genetics for the grass-fed industry through the exchange of proven genetics and to improve the skills of the grass-fed producers through education and the sharing of knowledge by means of sales and seminars.

This was the best event yet!
B Emerson

Very impressed with both format and quality
D Dickau

I also liked the opportunity to see and meet a lot of others interested in grassfed beef production.
M Kleinschmit

The content and presenters were excellent.
B Shields

I don't know how we have been operating without this information!
B Hitzfield

Seminar was excellent! The information was focused on production, which was good.
L Jacobsen

Overall, a great experience for us!! Each speaker added something of value. Having the buying companies participate was really valuable.
T & A Matoushek

Excellent. It was great! All the ‘big’ names in the grassfed business.
A & B Uhlig

Job well done.
B Lansing

I feel the program was very well presented. Thank you to all the folks who were responsible for putting the program together.
C Bartelo

A new food production paradigm is about to explode in this country and the Grassfed Exchange could be one of the most significant drivers.
R Bolze

I am not sure there could be any improvement on the seminar. I really thought it was one of the best seminars I have ever attended for the money.
J Nickeson

I felt the seminar was a great success and I left there very inspired as to where the grassfed model of production is headed. I cannot think of any major improvements to the seminar.
K Uhing

Just plain great!! A+++ Very interesting and informative.
M Heimes

I think it would hard to improve.
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