Nebraska Cattlemen Foundation Now Accepting 2026 Scholarship Applications

Applications Due March 1, 2026

Wehrbein Receives Highest Honor Awarded by Nebraska Cattlemen

Lincoln, Neb. (December 22, 2025) –Nebraska Cattlemen is proud to announce Buck Wehrbein as the 2025 Nebraska Cattlemen Hall of Fame Award recipient for his exemplary leadership and service to the beef cattle industry.

The Hall of Fame Award is the highest honor Nebraska Cattlemen can give one of its members. The Nominations Committee selects members based on their contribution to the beef industry, contribution to the Nebraska Cattlemen organization, community and civic contributions, and their cattle business accomplishments.

Nebraska Cattlemen Posthumously Awards Myron R. Benes with the 2025 Industry Service Award

Albion Native Honored for Contributions

Lincoln, Neb. (December 22, 2025) –The Nebraska Cattlemen posthumously awarded Myron R. Benes with the 2025 Industry Service Award during the Nebraska Cattlemen Annual Awards Banquet.

The Nebraska Cattlemen Industry Service Award recognizes the contribution of individuals who have gone above and beyond to support agriculture.

Craig Uden Starts Term as President of Nebraska Cattlemen

Dawson County Cattle Feeder Leads Cattlemen

Lincoln, Neb. (Dec. 22, 2025) – During their Annual Business Meeting, the Nebraska Cattlemen (NC) membership elected Craig Uden to serve as president.

Craig stated, "When it comes to the beef cattle industry, there will always be issues to solve. The true meaning of sustainability is learning and adapting to the challenges we face.We must come together to solve the important issues and educate producers in order for our business to thrive. I look forward to tackling industry issues with like-minded people over the next year."