Seedstock Performance Tests
The Iowa Cattlemen’s Association bull and heifer evaluation program serves the needs of both the cattle seedstock producers and producers with commercial cow-calf herds. The program, which has been in place since 1985, provides seedstock producers comparison and bench marking information. The cow-calf producer benefits include access to superior genetics for their herd to enhance their bottom line.
Bulls and replacement heifers must meet strict selection criteria to be eligible for one of three ICA sales held across the state. The criteria are determined by ICA's Production Efficiency Committee, which is made up of all current consignors to the program. The top 75% of the evaluated bulls and replacement heifers in each breed that meet the criteria earn ICA's 'Symbol of Excellence' and are sold at the sales.
March 13, 2023
Bloomfield 'Symbol of Excellence' Bull Sale
Bloomfield Livestock Market, Hwy 63 North, Bloomfield, IA 52537
The Iowa Cattlemen's Association is now accepting reservations for the 2023 Bloomfield 'Symbol of Excellence' Bull Sale, slated for Monday, March 13, 2023. Reservations must be submitted by Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022. Consignors must be members of the Iowa Cattlemen's Association for 2023. To renew your membership, give us a call at 515-296-2266.
Program guidelines are listed below.
April 14, 2023
Tama 'Symbol of Excellence' Bull & Heifer Sale
Tama Livestock Auction, 1908 E 5th St., Tama, IA 52339
The Iowa Cattlemen's Association is now accepting reservations for the 2023 Tama 'Symbol of Excellence' Bull & Heifer Sale, slated for Friday, April 14, 2023. Reservations must be submitted by Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022. Consignors must be members of the Iowa Cattlemen's Association for 2023. 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 each of the sales in 2023. The button below will take you to a Google form. It's easy--just fill out the form and submit. When the catalog is ready for print, you'll automatically be added to our mailing list!
2022-2023 Program information
The Iowa Cattlemen's Association is now accepting reservations for its 2022-2023 Bull & Heifer Evaluation Program. Below you can find our 2022-2023 calendar timeline, guidelines and other information. Please keep in mind, this information is subject to change.
2022-2023 Calendar Timeline
2022-2023 Bull Guidelines & Forms
Bull Evaluation Guidelines
Bull Reservation Form - Electronic
Bull Reservation Form - Paper
Bull Vaccination Form
Bull Pedigree Form
2022-2023 Heifer Guidelines & Forms
If you have questions, please reach out to Skylar Brittain.