Producer Membership
Formed in 1948, the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association (SDCA) was established to ensure the voices of South Dakota’s cattle producers are heard. Built by cattlemen, for cattlemen, SDCA has a long history of standing up for the cattle business. Today, the association continues the work created by our founders through advocating for producers and strengthening the opportunities for South Dakota’s cattle and beef industry.
SDCA is a grassroots organization driven by our membership. A membership with SDCA gives you a direct voice in shaping policy and priorities. When you join SDCA, you’re claiming your seat at the table, standing shoulder to shoulder with fellow producers to advocate for the cattle business at the state and national levels.
SDCA is driven by producers focused on progress. The strength of our organization comes from those who are willing to lead with an appreciation of our history and a responsibility for our future. Through innovation, stewardship, and leadership, members carry forward the legacy established by those who came before us while preparing the industry for those who will follow us.
Built by cattlemen and powered by participation, SDCA is your association.
Membership Types
1 Year Producer Membership | $150
Must raise or own cattle.
3 Year Producer Membership | $400
Must raise or own cattle.
Ranch Memberships | $150 + $75/additional member
For multiple individuals involved in the ownership or operation. Includes 1 primary member and additional ranch members.
Student Membership | $45
Must be a full-time student.
Associate Membership | $100
Non-cattle owning or operating individual, this membership is ineligible to vote on SDCA policy.
Why Join SDCA?
Have Your Voice Heard
A membership with SDCA gives you more than representation, it gives you a voice and a vote in the policy making process. When you join, you help shape the priorities and positions that guide our association and the future of South Dakota's cattle industry.
Pave the Way
Your support helps lay the foundation to a stronger future for our next generation of South Dakota's cattle producers through educational opportunities and impactful policy.
Connection
SDCA brings producers together. From statewide meetings to industry events, membership opens the door to building relationships, sharing ideas, and strengthening the connections that move our industry forward.
Political Insurance
SDCA has a presence representing South Dakota's cattlemen and women in Pierre and Washington, D.C. The staff takes their marching orders directly from SDCA Members and the policy they’ve created.
Benefits of Membership
Full-time lobbyist in Pierre
Communication
The South Dakota Cattleman magazine, the official publication of SDCA sent bi-monthly.
The Cattle Guard, a weekly email newsletter sent to your email every Monday.
Legislative E-Update, weekly email newsletter during session.
Advertising
Complementary cattle & beef sale advertising on SDcattlemen.org and discounted advertising rates for The South Dakota Cattleman magazine.