Cattlemen's Calendar
Bull owners and county beef cattle groups are encouraged to contact IBEP to volunteer to help on weighdays/workdays shown below. Activities usually begin at 9:00 am. Bring a potential cooperator or bull buyer to give them a first-hand look at the bulls, facilities, and the central testing program.
| Mon., May 26 | -- | On-test weight #1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tues., May 27 | -- | On-test weight #2 |
| June 10-13 | -- | BIF Research Symposium & Convention, Amarillo, Texas |
| Tues., June 24 | -- | 28-day weight; Board of Directors meeting |
| Tues., July 22 | -- | 56-day weight |
| Tues., August 19 | -- | 84-day weight |
| Mon., September 8 | -- | Evaluation of structural soundness and disposition; foot score |
| Sun., September 14 | -- | Off-test weight #1 |
| Mon., September 15 | -- | Off-test weight #2; SC measurement |
| Thurs., September 18 | -- | Breeding soundness exams; freeze brand sale eligible bulls |
| Sat., October 18 | -- | 96th IBEP Bull Sale, Springville Feeder Auction and CCI.Live |
Schedule for 2024-2025 Tests (2024 Winter and 2025 Summer)
The 2025 Summer Test schedule has been revised for a 111-day test (updated 1/24/25)