Welcome to the first episode of Drovers TV, I’m Jon Hamilton, and I’m Terri Apostle. Drovers TV is the latest offering from Drovers, America’s Beef Business Source.

Every two weeks we’ll present the latest cattle industry news, covering everything from market perspective and business commentary, to animal health, expert tips and new product features, all in less than 10 minutes! We’ve got a full show to start, here’s a look at what’s coming up; - The NCBA restructures in a big way - Randy Blach shares an economic forecast - And in our Drover–to-Drover segment, Dallas Horton shares his thoughts on feed conversion

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The NCBA is set for major restructuring. The Association will move from a 274-member board to just 29 board members this year. The recommendation came from the Governance Task Force Committee; headed by former NCBA President Jan Lyons back in December. Lyons says there are several reasons the committee recommended the change. (Jan Lyons clip)

You can expect to see the changes begin to take place this July

Consumer trends play a key role in the cattle industry; something Lucinda Williams, Chairman of the CBB, and a Dairy Beef Producer is very familiar with. She is 12th generation on her family land, and now shares her thoughts on BQA. (Lucinda Williams clip)

It’s time to take a quick break on Drovers TV; up next 2 new products to help packers with the food safety process.

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Welcome back. Rob Ames, Associate Brand Manager for Elanco Food Solutions shares 2 new products today. Both products can support the overall food safety process for Packers; take a look. (Rob Ames clip)

In this installment of “Ranch Management” we speak with Wayne Fahsholtz, President of Padlock Ranch, on natural product sales. (Wayne Fahsholtz clip)

Drovers Managing Editor John Maday had the chance to talk with Cattle Fax CEO Randy Blach recently about the trends we can expect in the next year. (Randy Blach clip)

Our Drover-to-Drover segment will bring you thoughts and ideas from your colleagues. In San Antonio, Dallas Horton, DVM and President of Horton Cattle Companies, shares his thoughts on feed conversion. (Dallas Horton clip)

Speaking of San Antonio, here’s a look at just a few of the highlights from the 2010 Cattle Industry Annual Convention and NCBA trade show.

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We’ll be back in 2 weeks with more coverage from the cattle industry convention in San Antonio.

That’s right, Producers who attended the event, share their experiences with Drovers TV.

We’ll see you then!