Seedstock Performance Tests

The Iowa Cattlemen’s Association bull evaluation program serves the needs of both cattle seedstock producers and producers with commercial cow-calf herds. The program, which has been in place since 1985, provides seedstock producers with comparison and benchmarking information. The cow-calf producer benefits include access to superior genetics for their herd to enhance their bottom line.

Bulls must meet strict selection criteria to be eligible for one of the two ICA sales held across the state. The criteria are determined by ICA's Production Efficiency Committee. The top 90% of the evaluated bulls in each breed that meet the criteria earn ICA's 'Symbol of Excellence' and are sold at the sales.

March 25, 2024
Tama 'Symbol of Excellence' Bull Sale

Tama Livestock Auction, 1908 E 5th St., Tama, IA 52339

The Iowa Cattlemen's Association is now accepting reservations for the 2024 Tama 'Symbol of Excellence' Bull Sale, slated for Monday, March 25, 2024. Reservations must be submitted by Friday, September 15, 2023. Consignors must be members of the Iowa Cattlemen's Association for 2024. To renew your membership, give us a call at 515-296-2266. 

Program guidelines are listed below.

April 8, 2024
Creston 'Symbol of Excellence' Bull Sale

Creston Livestock Market, 201 N Cherry St., Creston, IA 50801

The Iowa Cattlemen's Association is now accepting reservations for the 2024 Creston 'Symbol of Excellence' Bull Sale, slated for Monday, April 8, 2024. Reservations must be submitted by Friday, September 15, 2023. Consignors must be members of the Iowa Cattlemen's Association for 2024. To renew your membership, give us a call at 515-296-2266.

Program guidelines are listed below.

Request a Catalog

It's easy to request a catalog for the sales in 2024. The button below will take you to a Google form. It's easy--just fill out the form and hit submit. 

When the catalog is ready for print, you'll automatically be added to our mailing list!

 Request a catalog 

2023-2024 Program information

The Iowa Cattlemen's Association is now accepting reservations for its 2023-2024 Bull Evaluation Program. Below you'll find our 2023-2024 calendar timeline, guidelines, and other information. Please keep in mind, this information is subject to change.


2023-2024 Calendar Timeline (coming soon)

If you have questions, please reach out to Skylar Brittain.