More than 200 Junior Beefmaster Breeders Association members gathered the week of July 15 to 21 at the Four States Fairgrounds and Holiday Inn Convention Center in Texarkana, Arkansas, for a fun-filled week at the 2018 JBBA National Show and Convention.
In addition to the cattle shows, the event also included contests, leadership training, engaging speakers, a live and silent auction fundraiser, family fun night, the annual awards banquet and dance and other exciting activities.
“Though it was a long, hot and tiring week; the fellowship, fun and comradery experienced was one like no other,” Bonnie Ramirez, JBBA Coordinator, said. “I am so proud of the Beefmaster youth. They did great participating in contests, showing their animals, meeting and making new friends, and working. It takes a village to execute an event as such and our youth leaders, adult leaders, volunteers and generous sponsors definitely helped accomplish a successful event. I am proud to be a part of this great association and program.”
Collin Osbourn, BBU executive vice president, expressed appreciation for all those that made the event possible.
“We are thankful for everyone who donated their time and resources to make Nationals possible and support the JBBA this year be it through volunteering, donations, or participating in the auction fundraisers,” said Osbourn.
