By Patti Wilson Contributing Editor
Kansas Livestock Association (KLA) turned a new page when they held their 2024 convention for the first time in Manhattan. The move was appreciated by K-State ag students, giving them an opportunity to attend meetings and learn about issues pertaining to the livestock industry. They no doubt were a beneficial addition to the nearly 900 attendees who gathered the third week of November.
Policy discussed and approved this year included a resolution supporting the creation of a milk marketing trust statute for dairy producers. Additionally, a resolution to find a strategy for renovation of K-State’s dairy facilities was included.
Federal immigration policy was supported that allows an efficient and adequate guest worker program and opportunities for foreign ag workers to obtain year-round authorization.
In all, KLA membership approved 75 resolutions. Included were policies ranging from deer permits, taxes and water to noxious weed control.
A total of $38,500 in scholarships was awarded to 34 students at the convention.
Thirty-five members were honored for decades of loyalty to KLA, including the Leonhard Ranch of Berryton. A continuous member since 1934, they were recognized for a remarkable 90 years of service.
Troy Sander of Oklahoma City is the 2025 KLA president of. President-elect is Ty Breeden of Quinter.
gathered in Manhattan for the KLA Convention and Expo, Nov. 20-21, 2024. This was the first time in its 130 year history the KLA held its annual convention in the Little Apple. | Photo courtesy KLA
