Pennsylvania Cattlemen’s Association

06/17/2026

Nice article on Cole Byler!

At 15 years old, Cole Byler was sitting in the bleachers of the Mercer Livestock Auction, just watching and learning. Now, at 20 years old, he's running the place.

Cole recently took over management of the historic sale barn in Mercer, Pennsylvania, now renamed Mercer County Stockyards LLC, and it has quickly become a family affair. With his mom and grandmother running the office, his fiancée and aunt clerking and his younger brothers helping out, the team is already making waves.

Under Cole's new leadership, the auction has grown from 50–75 head per sale to 420 head.

Read the full story of how Cole made his dream a reality at the link in the comments 🔗 ⬇️🐂

06/17/2026

We're pretty excited to have an awesome Junior Program at our upcoming PA Cattlemen's Summer Field Day. Juniors will be treated to a special program on personal and career development, something they will benefit from no matter what path they choose in life!

Stacylyn Himelright of Cargill is one of our featured speakers. She will be presenting on career options, and sharing a bit of her journey in finding a job in the agricultural industry.

We asked her why she was excited to join us on July 18th, and here's what she had to say!

"Working with our industry’s youth truly feels like a vital and fulfilling investment in the future of the cattle business. Many mentors shaped both my professional and personal development, and their guidance gave me firsthand experience in just how critical it is to spend time with the next generations. I’m looking forward to engaging with the Juniors and helping inspire their journey."

We hope you're making plans to join us on July 18th in Somerset County. The day's events/meal are complimentary, but reservations are required!

See you then!

06/11/2026

We are excited to have Red Angus breeders gather in the Keystone State this fall! Register today!

And why not invite Red Angus breeders to stop by your farm or ranch? The summer issue of Keystone Cattlemen magazine would be a great place to invite them! Space reservations for this issue are due TOMORROW!
[email protected]
717-825-9824

06/10/2026

We're currently working on our summer issue of Keystone Cattlemen magazine. It's the issue that will be distributed at our upcoming Field Day and at Ag Progress Days, as well as at local auction barns throughout the state. We're celebrating all things - but most importantly - we're celebrating 250 years of America!

Be part of this special issue and contact the PA Cattlemen's office today! [email protected] or 717-825-9824

06/08/2026

Mark your calendars and reserve your spot for this year's PA Cattlemen's Field Day! Both junior and adult programs are set - we look forward to having you join us!

06/05/2026

We are incredibly grateful for our Industry Partners at PA Cattlemen's. Because of them, you are treated to value-added programs at the Annual Meeting and our Field Day, as well as enhanced reading in our Keystone Cattlemen's magazine. We couldn't be more thankful and would like to take this "mid-year" break to recognize each category of partnerships.

Today, we want to thank our BRONZE Partners. These companies represent a variety of services, and a collective group of specialists, that can definitely help move your business forward.

When looking for everything from feed to finance to genetics to equipment...they've got you covered. Check out these valued partners!

06/04/2026

Schools out - let fair season begin!

We, like many of you, look forward to county fairs across the state - with the food, the fun and the shows! Enjoy this season - and we hope to see you out and about!

Photo credit: PA Cattlemen's board member Glenn Eberly

06/03/2026

For every $1 invested, the Beef Line-Item delivers nearly $4 back to Pennsylvania’s beef industry.

Supporting producers, strengthening communities, and driving growth across the state.

See how these investments are making a difference:
www.pabeef.org/ag-excellence-beef-line-item

06/02/2026

Attention PA Angus Breeders - show entries are due soon!

06/01/2026

Taking reservations for the SUMMER issue of Keystone Cattlemen magazine! One ad will get a ton of extra mileage - contact the office today to reserve your spot!