Feeding Communities: The Role of the South Dakota Cattlemen's Foundation with Ryan Eichler
South Dakota Cattlemen's Foundation: https://sdcattlemensfoundation.com/
In this episode of the Heart of Real America podcast, Amanda Radke interviews Ryan Eichler from the South Dakota Cattlemen's Foundation. They discuss the foundation's origins, its mission to support local communities through initiatives like the Prime Time Gala, and the importance of addressing protein shortages in food banks. Ryan shares insights on the foundation's scholarship programs aimed at nurturing the next generation of cattle producers and highlights innovative research in human nutrition that the foundation is funding. The conversation emphasizes the positive impact of agriculture on rural communities and the importance of collaboration between urban and rural America.
Takeaways
- The South Dakota Cattlemen's Foundation was established in 2013 to support local communities.
- The Prime Time Gala has grown significantly, raising over $306,000 this year alone.
- Feeding South Dakota is a key partner in addressing protein shortages in food banks.
- The foundation has donated over 1.6 million pounds of beef to families in need.
- Scholarship programs are crucial for attracting young people to the cattle industry.
- The foundation funds a two-year education program for students interested in beef production.
- Research on the effects of a beef-centric diet is underway to address public health issues.
- The Prime Time Gala brings together diverse attendees from urban and rural backgrounds.
- Community engagement is essential for the foundation's mission.
- The foundation aims to change perceptions about agriculture through positive storytelling.
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