The NALF Rules and Regulations committee assists staff in updating materials in the rules, regulations, and by-laws.
NALF requires the international year letter code to be used as the last digit in the animal’s tattoo. Below is a list of all international year codes.
NALF recommends the following suggested sale terms and conditions for the marketing of Limousin and Lim-Flex cattle.
Suggested Sale Terms and Conditions
The NALF Board of Directors spent the bulk of its April 2016 meeting analyzing expense, revenue, fees, dues, services and structure for NALF. This review was not only comprehensive internally, but compared our operation and fee structure to other breed associations of similar size. We need to be on a level playing field to compete and promote Limousin to commercial and seedstock producers.
Effective September 1, 2016, registration fees increased to $42, $52, and $62 per head, respectively, for the age categories. Along with the LIMS program increasing to $32. Transfer fees increased to $20 and $30 per head, respectively, on the under and over 60 days of age price categories.
While no one enjoys or wants to increase costs, the board knows it is imperative to offer the full range and quality of service and marketing to Limousin membership. Our pricing structure is at the average of other comparable breeds with this pricing increase.
Current NALF Fees – Use this Self-Billing Worksheet to calculate fees for registrations, transfers, and other services.
Find a member or a breeder using the Ranch Search tool on the NALF-DigitalBeef Platform.
Search by Herd Prefix, Member ID, or Member Name. Or you may also bring up a list of all the breeders within a state using the Search Location pull-down menu.
If you are a NALF member and you do not show up in the Ranch Search, follow these quick steps.
Allowing commercial producers to see your ranch profile is now a free service NALF is providing to members with the switch to the NALF-DigitalBeef platform. Take advantage of this service and help potential customers find you by setting your preferences.
The NALF Cooperative Advertising Program helps state associations promote Limousin genetics to commercial producers using cohesive messaging and maximizing promotion dollars.
NALF staff is in the process of reviewing this program to ensure it is a valuable tool for state associations. Updates and information will be posted as it becomes available.
NALF has three award programs to recognize individuals or companies who promote the Limousin breed: Commercial Producer of the Year, Commercial Marketing Booster of the Year, and Limousin Promoter of the Year.
These awards are presented at the Cattlemen’s Congress and Annual Limousin Convention. Nominations are due December 5. Nomination forms may be downloaded below or requested from the NALF office.
The annual convention for the North American Limousin Foundation is held during the Limousin activities of the 2026 Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City, OK. Activities for the annual convention include a National Limousin Sale, and the Membership Banquet, Ken Holloway Genetics on Ice Auction, in addition to show and social activities at Cattlemen’s Congress.
2026 NALF Annual Convention and Cattlemen’s Congress Limousin Activities • January 3-7 • Oklahoma City, OK.
2026 National Limousin Sale
The National Limousin Sale is breeders’ opportunity to market the best of the best of Limousin and Lim-Flex® genetics. The 2025 National Limousin Sale will be a video sale and held online through L365 Auctions. Contact American Cattle Services, MC Marketing Management, R&R Marketing, or Grassroots Genetics for more information.
Ken Holloway Genetics On Ice Benefit Auction
The annual Ken Holloway Genetics On Ice auction will be held in conjunction with the Membership Banquet at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 4 during Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City, OK. The Genetics On Ice auction benefits the North American Limousin Junior Association (NALJA) and the Limi Boosters. For more information, contact Kiley McKinna at 402-350-3447 or Tatum Swink at 303-220-1693.
Cattlemen’s Congress Host Hotel Information
The Embassy Suites by Hilton Will Rogers World Airport will serve as the host hotel for the 2026 Cattlemen’s Congress and Annual Limousin Convention. To reserve your room, call 405-682-6000. If you reserve your room online, ensure you have the correct hotel by checking the information provided below.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Will Rogers World Airport
1815 S Meridian Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73108
Annual Meeting
The annual membership meeting of the North American Limousin Foundation will take place at the 2026 National Western Stock Show on Sunday, Januray 11, 2026. The agenda includes 1) Welcome, introductions, and Foundation overview; 2) Nominating committee report and election; 3) Reports from the treasurer and secretary; 4) Recognition of NALF committees and retiring directors; 5) New business. *Please note new location.
National Western Stock Show Host Hotel Information
The Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Central Park will serve as the host hotel for the 2026 National Western Stock Show and Annual Meeting. To reserve your room, call 405-682-6000. If you reserve your room online, ensure you have the correct hotel by checking the information provided below.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Central Park
4444 North Havana Street, Denver, CO 80239
Main: 303-375-0400
Board of Directors’ Election
The candidates for the 2026 NALF board of directors’ election have been set. The NALF nominating committee has slated four candidates; Bret Begert, Allison, TX; Jeff Berry, Port Orchard, WA; Riley Laber, Hillsboro, OH; Curt Wieczorek, Mount Vernon, SD.
Bret Begert, TX
Jeff Berry, WA
Riley Laber, OH
Curt Wieczorek, SD
Meet the 2026 NALF Board of Director Candidates
The following is a brief biography submitted by the candidates.
Bret Begert, Allison, Texas
Bret Begert, of Begert Limousin Ranch in Allison, Texas, is honored to be a candidate for the NALF Board of Directors. The Begert family has been raising black Limousin cattle since 1974. “We believe in these cattle — they’ve provided our livelihood for more than 51 years. Limousin is exactly what today’s beef industry needs. As much as we love the cattle, it’s the people that make this breed truly special. From our valued customers to fellow breeders and Limousin enthusiasts, the friendships and connections we’ve made are lifelong and an inspiration to our family.”
The Begert operation is a true family business, with every member involved in some way. Hiram and Darenda, along with Bret and his wife, Hayley, manage the day-to-day work on the ranch, while McKinley and Boone, though away at college, stay active and engaged whenever possible. The Begerts have a long history of service to the breed: Hiram is a past NALF President, Darenda a past Limmy Booster President, Hayley currently serves as Executive Secretary of the Texas Limousin Association, and Boone is serving as NALJA President.
Bret himself has a strong record of leadership within the Limousin community. This is his second opportunity to serve on the NALF Board, having previously been President from 2016 to 2018. He also served for many years as Director of Junior Activities, helping to mentor and inspire the next generation of Limousin enthusiasts. Beyond the breed, Bret has dedicated nearly three decades of service to the Ft. Elliott CISD Board of Trustees and is an active board member and Livestock Chairman for the Tri-State Fair and Rodeo in Amarillo, Texas.
“It would be an honor to once again serve this breed and its breeders on the NALF Board,” Bret says.
Jeff Berry, Port Orchard, Washington
Jeff Berry, of Port Orchard, Washington, is honored to be a candidate for the NALF Board of Directors. Jeff earned his degree in Agricultural Business from Colorado State University in 2005, where he gained valuable experience working with a variety of Limousin operations. After graduation, he returned home to begin a career as a forester with Western Timber Inc. while also operating Berry Cattle Co. with his wife, Holly, and their two children, Rowdy (15) and Radley (11).
Berry Cattle Co. focuses on raising high-quality Limousin, Lim-Flex, and Angus cattle to meet the diverse needs of the beef industry. With a carefully managed herd of 40 cows, Jeff and his family emphasize precision in genetic selection, marketing cattle to junior show families, seedstock producers, and bull buyers alike.
The Limousin breed has always held a special place in Jeff’s heart. Since becoming a NALF member in 1990, he has participated in numerous junior nationals and national shows, and today he is grateful to share those same experiences with his sons. Together, the Berry family has raised several junior national champions, carrying on a tradition of excellence in the show ring.
Outside of cattle, life is full and busy for Jeff and his family, with wrestling commitments and a steady schedule of cattle shows. Through it all, Jeff remains passionate about serving the breed. Jeff is honored to be given the opportunity to support, encourage and bring his knowledge of the breed and industry to the NALF board, it would be a true pleasure.
Riley Laber, Hillsboro, Ohio
Riley Laber, of Hillsboro, Ohio, serves as the East Region Seed Manager for Nutrien Ag Solutions. Alongside his wife, Kayleesue, he operates a successful herd of registered Limousin cattle in Ohio. Their three children — D’lelah, Patton, and Denver — are actively involved in the family operation and have found success both inside and outside of the show ring, making cattle not just a business, but a shared family passion.
Riley takes great pride in traveling the country with his family to exhibit their cattle, promote the Limousin breed, and create lasting memories together. Originally from Parkston, South Dakota, he grew up deeply rooted in agriculture and now blends that heritage with his professional role and family livestock operation. By balancing his career with his commitment to raising quality cattle, Riley is dedicated to advancing the beef industry and inspiring future generations to continue its growth.
Curt Wieczorek, Mount Vernon, SD
Curt and his wife Leanne operate a diversified farming/ranching operation in southeastern South Dakota. They are the 4th generation to operate the land since it was homesteaded in 1882 by his great grandfather.
Wieczorek Limousin hosted their first bull sale in 1981 and have continued to do so every year since making it one of the longest running Limousin production sales in the country.
Curt has served in several organizations in various capacities which includes nearly 20 years serving on his local township board, and presently serving as chairman of Custom Genetics Solutions, LLC board of directors, a custom bovine semen collection facility located near Mitchell, SD. He has also served the Limousin breed in various state and national capacities.
Curt has 3 daughters, 3 sons-in-law and 3 granddaughters. He enjoys spending time with family and fly fishing in his spare time.
The North American Limousin Foundation is in the business of customer service and genetic evaluation while providing tools to enhance members’ profitability and maintaining integrity of the herdbook.
