The Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association (MSCA) is excited to invite you to one of the highlights of the summer – the 2026 MSCA Summer Tour. This year’s tour will take place on Tuesday, July 14, in Marshall, Minnesota, and will be hosted by the Southwest Cattlemen’s Association.
Before the tour begins, the MSCA encourages attendees to join them the evening prior for the MSCA Political Action Committee (PAC) Event on Monday, July 13, at the Red Baron Arena & Expo. This PAC Event is always a great time, bringing together members and supporters for an evening of good food, fun and fellowship – all while supporting advocacy efforts for Minnesota’s cattle industry.
The evening will feature a brisket dinner, silent auction and cornhole tournament. Proceeds from the event go directly toward supporting candidates who align with and advocate for MSCA policy priorities.
Cost is $50 for the brisket dinner and drink ticket and $10 per corn hole team. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m., dinner and silent auction open at 5:30 p.m. and corn hole tournament begins at 6 p.m. To RSVP, contact [email protected].
The following day, Tuesday, July 14, the Summer Tour will kick off at the Lyon County Fairgrounds and promises a full day of learning, networking and firsthand insight into progressive cattle operations and industry partners. The Summer Tour is one of MSCA’s premier events, offering attendees the opportunity to:
Tour innovative cattle operations and ag businesses
Connect with fellow producers and industry professionals
Explore new practices, technologies and management strategies
Strengthen relationships within Minnesota’s beef community
Registration opens at 6:30 a.m. on Tuesday with a light breakfast, followed by bus departures around 7:30 a.m. Attendees will visit a variety of tour stops throughout the region before returning to the fairgrounds for a midday brisket sandwich lunch.
The afternoon will include additional stops, with the day wrapping up with a steak dinner. This year’s tour stops include: Loyson Farms, Chandler’s/Triple C Feeders, Delaney Herefords Inc., Weber Land & Cattle, Coon Creek Cattle, ADM, Ralco, Todd Meulebroeck’s Farm and Vos Feeders, highlighting a diverse range of progressive operations and industry leaders.
As MSCA President Jake Thompson shares, “The Summer Tour is a highlight each year for Minnesota cattle producers. It’s a chance to see firsthand the innovation happening across our state while building relationships that strengthen our industry.”
Registration is $30 per person and includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Students and children are welcome to attend free of charge.
To learn more or register, visit mnsca.org/summer-tour. Vendor and sponsorship opportunities are also available on the website. For specific questions, please contact Angie Ford at [email protected].
The MSCA is made up of Minnesota cattlemen and cattlewomen working to advocate for producers and members of the beef industry within Minnesota. We strive to ensure cattle production remains a relevant, safe and sustainable way of life for generations to come. For more information, or to become a member, visit mnsca.org or email [email protected].
Posted: April 15, 2026
