Illinois Indiana Bison Association

Illinois Indiana Bison Association Board Members: Bud Koeppen, Zach Martin, Matt Ruhter, Jennifer Karnes, Dan Davis, Eric Horvath, Brent Nofziger, Terry Engstrand, Matt Blocker

Bison production has significantly increased over the last ten years with an estimated 150 producers in the two state area. The public is beginning to see more bison meat available in farmers markets, grocery stores and restaurants, a reflection of the increased interest in bison meat. However, production continues to lag behind demand. Bison meat is known to be lower in fat, calories, and cholest

erol as well as higher in iron concentration than other meats. National Bison Association Members are proud that regulations prohibit the use of artificial growth hormones in bison, and our industry protocols limit antibiotic use to only the amounts needed to treat illnesses in the animals. We also know that, because bison are a natural part of the North American ecosystem, bison ranching can be beneficial to the natural environment. The Illinois Indiana Bison Association and the National Bison Association is actively reaching out to students, beginning farmers and existing livestock ranchers. We want to introduce a new generation of producers to the rewards of raising animals that thrive on native grasses, are adapted to the climate extremes and predators of our ecosystem.

02/12/2026
Congratulations Eel River Bison Ranch!
12/08/2025

Congratulations Eel River Bison Ranch!

08/21/2025

The NBA is hitting the road this summer, cohosting four regional events across the U.S. There is only one stop left! Join the Illinois Indiana Bison Association and us for a great opportunity to learn, network, and talk all things bison White Oaks Bison Farm . All of our events have unique speaker lineups focusing regionally on bison herd health, bale grazing, lowstress handling, marketing and methods to deal with drought.

Register today for the Eastern NBA Regional Summer Conference at nationalbison.org/events/.

11/20/2023

It's a beautiful, crisp fall morning! Head on out to South Whitley and help save a turkey... eat Bison! The ranch store is open today, November 18th 10-2, then be sure to head over to E Brewing Company for great farm brewed beer and tasty food!!

11/20/2023
11/20/2023

We had a great time last weekend presenting and celebrating National Bison Day with McHenry County Conservation District at Pleasant Valley Bison Ranch.

11/20/2023
11/20/2023
IIBA's co-founder, Matt Ruhter of Ruhter Bison, was interviewed by PBS! Matt is also the Conservation Attorney for Open...
10/21/2023

IIBA's co-founder, Matt Ruhter of Ruhter Bison, was interviewed by PBS! Matt is also the Conservation Attorney for Openlands.

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