Idaho Celebrates 20th Annual Beef Month

July 2021 marks 20 straight years of Idaho Beef Month, which industry insiders say highlights the valuable role beef plays both in the state’s economy and in individual diets. Idaho Cattle Association executive vice president, Cameron Mulrony, said a majority of the cattle operation are locally owned and operated.

"That has a huge impact on our rural economy because those people are embedded here in the state. They own that ground, their taxes goes to their school. There's no overhead, everything is in that family unit, in that community and stays in the community. That's one of the neat things about Idaho, is that we have these small communities based around agriculture.  The beef industry is the largest part of agriculture here in the state.”

Mulrony added Idaho producers enjoy a variety of nearby commodities that provide for an excellent source of feed. Mulrony, said to celebrate the month long event, consumers should eat more beef, have a barbecue and do their homework to learn how sustainable and healthy the beef industry is for the Gem State and the nation as a whole.

"Make sure when you're grilling that up, you're spreading that message that our industry, the beef industry, the cattle industry in the state of Idaho and across the nation is important, healthy, climate friendly and sustainable. Send the correct message rather than the headlines we read.”

Beef is the #2 commodity in Idaho, in terms of cash receipts. Dairy is the #1 commodity.

Several events will take place across the state to celebrate Idaho Beef Month, including:

Beef Nights at the Boise Hawks

The Boise Hawks are teaming up with Idaho’s ranchers to celebrate Idaho Beef Month with an Idaho Beef  Night and post-game fireworks. All season long, fans can visit the Idaho Beef Grill to enjoy all-beef hot dogs, hamburgers, philly cheesesteaks and kielbasa.

On July 16, the Hawks will celebrate Idaho Beef Night with fun games and prizes, ending the evening with fireworks! 

July 16 - 7:15 p.m., Memorial Stadium, 5600 N. Glenwood St., Boise

Burger Appreciation at the Ballpark with the Idaho Falls Chukars 

The Idaho Falls Chukars have designated July 16 and July 24 as Idaho Beef Nights! Purchase an Idaho beef product at Idaho Falls Albertsons stores and receive one free game ticket for any Beef Night (July 16 and July 24) game in July while supplies last.

July 16 and July 24 - 7:15 p.m., Melaleuca Field, 568 W. Elva, Idaho Falls 

Snake River Stampede

Celebrate the traditions and our country's ranching heritage at the 106th annual Snake River Stampede taking place July 20 – 24, 2021 at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa, Idaho. Tickets can be purchased online at ICtickets.com or at the Ford Idaho Center ticket office.

•    Doors open at 5:30pm (10:30 for Saturday Matinee)
•    Pre-rodeo events at 6:45pm (11:15am for Saturday Matinee)
•    Mutton Busting event at 7:00pm (11:30am for Saturday Matinee)
•    Introductions at 7:15pm (11:45 for Saturday Matinee)

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