Many beef producers serving on the Kansas Beef Council (KBC) executive committee also volunteer their time on the national level by participating on Cattlemen’s Beef Board (CBB) committees. As members of these committees, which were formed based on the strategies identified in the Beef Industry Long Range Plan, these producers represent either the Federation of State Beef Councils (FSBC) or CBB.
Stacy McClintock of Seneca recently was appointed to serve on the Evaluation Committee for FSBC. Jaret Moyer from Emporia was reappointed to serve on the Finance and Audit Committee, where he represents FSBC. Philip Weltmer of Smith Center is the co-chair of the Checkoff Nutrition and Health Committee and will serve on the 2025 CBB Nominating Committee. Alta Vista native Amy Langvardt also was appointed to the 2025 CBB Nominating Committee. Randall Debler from Alma holds the Kansas revenue seat for FSBC.
The functions of these committees range from interviewing Beef Promotion Operation Committee (BPOC) candidates to analyzing the effectiveness of various checkoff-funded projects and providing oversight. Their overall goal is to serve beef producers by investing in opportunities that build demand.
Many other KBC volunteer leaders also serve on specific checkoff programming committees. In these committees, members listen to checkoff contractors speak about their programming results and proposals, then make recommendations to BPOC on funding for specific projects. More information can be found by clicking here.