North Central Highland Cattle Association Annual Meeting
February 7, 2026
· Duluth, Minnesota · Radisson Hotel Harbor View
There’s a moment—somewhere between the winter chores and the quiet rhythm of February—when you realize
you need more than routine.
You need inspiration.
You need people who speak your language.
You need a spark.
On February 7, that spark is waiting for you in Duluth.
Highland cattle folks from across the region will gather at the Radisson Harbor View, where the windows overlook the lake, the conversations run deep, and the ideas have a way of sticking with you long after you’ve driven home.
This is more than a meeting.
It’s a midwinter recharge for the heart of your farm.
February 7, 2026
· Duluth, Minnesota · Radisson Hotel Harbor View
There’s a moment—somewhere between the winter chores and the quiet rhythm of February—when you realize
you need more than routine.
You need inspiration.
You need people who speak your language.
You need a spark.
On February 7, that spark is waiting for you in Duluth.
Highland cattle folks from across the region will gather at the Radisson Harbor View, where the windows overlook the lake, the conversations run deep, and the ideas have a way of sticking with you long after you’ve driven home.
This is more than a meeting.
It’s a midwinter recharge for the heart of your farm.
We’ve structured our ticket prices to make the day accessible for everyone. Adult tickets are $45 and include all meals—breakfast through dinner—plus all educational programming and speaker sessions.
Kids are always welcome! Attendance is free for all children, and if your child (12 and under) would like to enjoy meals with us, a $20 kids’ meal ticket helps cover their food for the day.
Kids are always welcome! Attendance is free for all children, and if your child (12 and under) would like to enjoy meals with us, a $20 kids’ meal ticket helps cover their food for the day.
The Voices Guiding the Day
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John Keep — J Bar T Highland Ranch, Missouri
John doesn’t just talk about bulls—he talks about direction. With years of detailed data behind him, he’ll show you how bull selection becomes a compass for your entire operation. How each choice—each trait, each pairing—either pulls you closer to your goals or leads you astray. John’s session isn’t about guessing. It’s about giving you the power to build the herd you’ve imagined. |
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Hannah Bernhardt — Medicine Creek Farm, Finlayson, Minnesota
Hannah knows what it takes to sell beef in a world full of noise—and she knows how to cut through it. She’ll bring real stories, real numbers, and the kind of honesty you only get from someone who’s lived the trial-and-error of marketing. Hannah will help you understand not just how to sell your meat, but how to sell the meaning behind your farm. This is marketing rooted in truth—not flash. |
The Experience Begins the Night Before
On Friday evening, February 6,
we’re inviting you to join us for a casual “Round Up” in the rotating restaurant atop the Radisson Harbor View.
A drink in hand.
The city lights drifting by the windows.
Old friends reconnecting. New friendships forming.
It’s the perfect warm-up—a chance to settle in, unwind, and remember why this community feels like home.
Make Duluth Your Winter Getaway
We secured a $119 group rate at the Radisson—available until January 8, 2026.
Book your room through the link below to lock in the discount:
https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/JR04N5
or
You can call the hotel at 218-481-1185 and ask for reservations.
The group block name is North Central Highland Cattle Association.
On Friday evening, February 6,
we’re inviting you to join us for a casual “Round Up” in the rotating restaurant atop the Radisson Harbor View.
A drink in hand.
The city lights drifting by the windows.
Old friends reconnecting. New friendships forming.
It’s the perfect warm-up—a chance to settle in, unwind, and remember why this community feels like home.
Make Duluth Your Winter Getaway
We secured a $119 group rate at the Radisson—available until January 8, 2026.
Book your room through the link below to lock in the discount:
https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/JR04N5
or
You can call the hotel at 218-481-1185 and ask for reservations.
The group block name is North Central Highland Cattle Association.
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Why This Meeting Matters
Because no one builds a great farm alone. Because the right insight at the right moment can change the entire trajectory of a herd. Because when Highland people gather—laughing, learning, trading stories—something shifts. You leave with new ideas… and a renewed sense of purpose. This is the meeting where we come together not just to learn from experts, but to learn from each other. |
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Join us in Duluth.
For the conversations that stay with you.
For the lessons that move your farm forward.
For the winter weekend that reminds you why you chose this life in the first place.
We’ll see you at the Harbor View!
For the conversations that stay with you.
For the lessons that move your farm forward.
For the winter weekend that reminds you why you chose this life in the first place.
We’ll see you at the Harbor View!
