Our Association
Building A True American Breed
We love beefalo. Our members are dedicated and passionate individuals with years of experience who are willing to do what they can to get your beefalo operation where you want it to go. Though spread across 35+ States, our registered producers are tight-knit and knowledgeable, and ready to help you grow.
EVENTS | shows
As part of the ABA you will have the opportunity to be part of the multiple, annual beefalo shows held across the country. Livestock Shows are a great opprotunity to network with fellow producers, educate the public, and compete with your livestock. Beefalo awareness is growing our fascinating breed draws interest at these events, which is great for getting your foot in the market place.
Network
100+ ABA Farms, 35+ States
The ABA network of over 100+ ABA Registered Beefalo farms, in 35+ states, offers members the opportunity to find the connections they need to take their establishment to the next level. Our membership is almost like a family. Producers are constantly referring each other to the most beneficial connections in our network.
ABA Regional Chapters
Our Chapters help producers get together to form events, hit markets, etc. and also take part in the national ABA association. New chapters are developing!
Beefalo NorthWest Association
Michigan Beefalo Breeders Association (MBBA)
North Eastern Beefalo Association (NEBA)
Mid-American Beefalo Association
South Central Beefalo Breeders Association
TWO BECOME ONE
What we do, why, when, how, who.
American Beefalo Association, Inc is a member driven organization that has as its primary objective the registration, improvement, and promotion of the Beefalo breed. The organization was formed in November of 2008 when American Beefalo International and American Beefalo World Registry joined to form a single organization with a single voice for the Beefalo breed. The histories of these two organizations go back well over 25 years and members of the ABA were fundamental in the creation of the earliest Beefalo registries.
What has the ABA connection done for you?
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The ABA Board
Our passionate board members are elected by the general body and volunteer their time. Monthly meetings are held via conference phone call usually on the second Monday of the month at 9:00p.m (Eastern standard time). The only scheduled face-to-face meetings are held in conjunction with the two National Shows and membership meetings; one in Louisville, KY and the other in Sedalia, MO. Having a diverse Board of Directors betters the Association. Let any board member know if you would like to serve the Association or know someone who would make a good candidate for the nominating committee to contact.
We always welcome feedback and ideas. Contact a board member today to share or find out how to advanced the breed.
Join Us today.
Become a member of the nation's Beefalo authority and become part of the the ABA family. We will help get your beefalo establishment on the right track and grow as a producer.
Simply fill out online form or if you have questions, give us a call.
Ben Painter/Jim Burnett Award
Jim Burnett was one of the original founders of the Beefalo breed. He had the first successes in producing fertile hybrids from beef cattle and American Bison (“buffalo). This award is to be given to the “breeder who, over the years, has done exceptional work in promotion of Beefalo and the ABWR”. The first recipient being Jim Burnett.
Ben Painter was the president of the Tennessee Beefalo Association when it disassociated from the ABWR in 1993 and became the IBF. He owned the Bedford Beefalo Farm in Wartrace , TN. Mr. Painter was a driving force many beefalo shows and sales including Beef Agribition in Murfreesboro, Tennessee for several years. He was responsible for shipping semen and embryos all over the world making Beefalo international. Since the merger of the ABA and IBF these are the recipients…
Past Recipients
2009 Lee Horstmann
2010 Vernon Zelch
2011 Charles Crabtree
2012 Matt & Anna Super
2013 Roland & Virginia Lawrence
2014 Jackie Eller
2015 Mark & Sue Guigar
2016 Dale & Maggie Klenke
2017 Andrew Hammer
2018 Mark & Linda Merrill
2019 Keith & Marcia Kropf
2020 Lucian Hinkle
2021 Paul Butler
2022 Larry Hacker
2023 Mike Streetman
2024 Jim Zagelow
