Livestock Marketing Association

09/18/2026

One microphone. One opportunity. A shot at the World Championship.

The journey continues at Saluda Livestock Exchange in Saluda, South Carolina, as auctioneers step up to compete for one of 10 coveted spots in the 2027 World Livestock Auctioneer Championship.

Every bid matters. Every chant matters. And every competitor will be giving it their all for the chance to advance to livestock marketing's biggest stage in June 2027.

📍 Saluda Livestock Exchange | Saluda, SC
⏰ Sale starts at 1:00 p.m. ET

Be there to catch the action or watch live on the LMA YouTube channel:

👏 Good luck to all of our competitors!

Cattlemen's Livestock Market

09/17/2026

Livestock Marketing Association is excited to participate in the Mid-Missouri Ag Education Initiative, a program helping shape the next generation of agricultural leaders.

Through hands-on experiences, mentorship and connections with industry professionals, local high school students gain valuable insight into agriculture and the many career opportunities within the industry.

A huge thank you to Buffalo Livestock Market, Mid Missouri Stockyards LLC, Springfield Livestock Marketing Center and Joplin Regional Stockyards for hosting these educational events and helping provide students with meaningful, real-world learning opportunities.

We’re proud to support programs that connect students with the agricultural industry and help build the next generation of leaders.

Check out the video below to learn more about this initiative!

09/16/2026

🚨 ENTRY DEADLINE: TODAY! 🚨

All entries for the second WLAC Qualifier are due by 4:00 PM Central Time TODAY, September 16!

Don’t miss your chance to compete for a Top 10 spot at the WLAC in June! Get your entry in NOW!

We’ll see you in South Carolina!

09/15/2026

It's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week!

This week, we’re showing our appreciation for the truck drivers who keep agriculture moving. From hauling cattle down the highway to making sure livestock arrive where they need to be, your hard work, long hours, and dedication don’t go unnoticed.

Thank you to the drivers who keep cattle moving, support our producers, and play an important role in the livestock industry. We appreciate you today and every day!

09/14/2026

Wishing the team at Olean Regional Stockyards and all of today's auctioneer competitors the very best as the competition gets underway.

As one of the earliest members of Livestock Marketing Association, Olean and the families behind it will always hold a special place in LMA's history. The livestock marketing industry is built on relationships, and it's a reminder that while we may be spread across the country, we're all part of one close-knit family.

We're proud to be part of this industry and grateful for the people, markets, and traditions that continue to strengthen it every day. Good luck to everyone competing today!

09/13/2026

💥 The next WLAC Qualifier is coming fast.

Auctioneers from across the industry will gather at Saluda Livestock Exchange in Saluda, South Carolina, on Monday, October 5 to compete for a chance to advance in the World Livestock Auctioneer Championship.

Before the bidding begins, make sure your name is on the contestant list. Entries must be received by 4:00 p.m. (CDT) on Wednesday, September 16.

Don't miss your opportunity to showcase your talent, connect with fellow auctioneers, and earn your place on the World Championship stage.

Thank you to Saluda Livestock Exchange for hosting this year's qualifier. We look forward to seeing you in South Carolina!

09/12/2026

2026 WLAC Champion Jace Thompson is hitting the auction block in Montana!

Jace will be making special appearances at two milestone sales this September:

Lewistown Livestock Auction — Tuesday, September 15
Join Lewistown Livestock Auction in Lewistown, MT for its Anniversary Sale featuring a strong run of top-quality yearling cattle from the heart of Central Montana. Jace Thompson, the 2026 WLAC Champion, will be on the auction block at 1:00 p.m. Mountain Time to kick off the yearling sale.

The day begins at 9:00 a.m. with weigh-up cows and bulls, and customers and the community are invited to enjoy an appreciation BBQ from 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Glasgow Stockyards — Thursday, September 17

Jace will also be in Glasgow for Glasgow Stockyards' 80th Anniversary Sale and Barbecue! A big yearling sale is expected to feature approximately 2,500 steers, open and spayed heifers, with the sale beginning at 9:00 a.m. Mountain Time.

Two great Montana livestock markets. Two incredible celebrations of agriculture. And two opportunities to catch the 2026 WLAC Champion, Jace Thompson, on the auction block!

09/11/2026

Join Livestock Marketing Association and Bryce Dibbern for an in-depth look at the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service's National Feeder & Stocker Cattle Dashboard. USDA market reporter Lonnie Peetz will walk participants through the dashboard's features, explain the data behind the reports, and demonstrate how auction markets, producers, and industry professionals can use the tool to better understand market trends and cattle movement patterns.

Whether you're new to the dashboard or looking to get more value from the information it provides, this webinar will offer practical insights into one of the industry's most comprehensive cattle marketing resources.

Register in advance at the link in the comments! 👇

Join Livestock Marketing Association for an in-depth look at the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service's National Feeder & Stocker Cattle Dashboard. USDA market reporter Lonnie Peetz will walk participants through the dashboard's features, explain the data behind the reports, and demonstrate how aucti...

09/09/2026

🔥 A hot day in Comanche! Congratulations to the finalists from the World Livestock Auctioneer Championship Qualifying Event at Comanche Livestock Auction in Comanche, Oklahoma.

These top 10 auctioneers have officially punched their ticket to the 2027 World Livestock Auctioneer Championship next June in Galt and S. Lake Tahoe, California!

🏆 Champion: Troy Robinett, Decatur, Texas
🥈 Reserve Champion: Brennin Jack, Virden, Manitoba
🥉 Runner-Up: Andrew Sylvester, Westmoreland, Kansas

🎤 Top 10 Finalists
• Ben Weber, Warrensburg, Missouri
• Neil Bouray, Webber, Kansas
• Tyler Bell, Anderson, Texas
• Josh Jasper, Nicholasville, Kentucky
• Barrett Simon, Rosalia, Kansas
• Ethan Schuette, Washington, Kansas
• Tate Rainey, Sweetwater, Texas

⭐ High Score Rookie: Corey Curtis, Royal, Nebraska

A huge thank you to Comanche Livestock Auction and the Hale Family for hosting an outstanding qualifier and to the judges, crew, contestants, sponsors, and supporters who helped make the event a success.

The road to California continues! The second of three WLAC Qualifying Events will be held October 5 at Saluda Livestock Exchange in Saluda, South Carolina. Entries must be received by 4:00 p.m. (CDT) on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

Join us in congratulating these finalists and wishing the next group of competitors the best of luck!

09/09/2026

Give our judges a hand! 👏

A big thank you to our World Livestock Auctioneer Championship qualifier judges for dedicating their time to today's event in Comanche, Okla.

Representing livestock markets, dealer businesses, auctioneers and allied industry, they help ensure a well-rounded evaluation of this talented group of contestants.

It's one of the things that makes the WLAC so special. Our judges represent the many different parts of the livestock marketing industry, bringing a variety of experiences and perspectives to the evaluation process. Their involvement helps ensure the championship reflects the people and businesses that make this industry strong.

👏 Tom Cochran | Oxford Sale Barn, Inc., Oxford, Iowa
👏 Steven Lastovica | Milano Livestock Exchange, Milano, Texas
👏 Marty Crews | Central Ozarks Stockyards, LLC, Thayer, Missouri
👏 Justin Green | Southeast Mississippi Livestock AAL, Hattiesburg, Mississippi
👏 Ricky Hasbert | Port Allen, Louisiana

We're grateful for the time and knowledge they bring to the ring and for their support of the auction method of marketing.