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Seedstock Plus Names Matt Burbank Chief Executive Officer

Posted on August 6, 2026September 9, 2026 by Cattle- Web-Manager-1

Seedstock Plus — Next Generation

Matt Burbank Named CEO

Matt Burbank, St. Catherine, Mo., is the new chief executive officer of Seedstock Plus, LLC, the
nation’s largest full service genetic supplier of Gelbvieh and Balancer genetics.

“Matt’s proven track record and previous service to our organization make him the logical choice
to lead Seedstock Plus into its next era,” says Brian Dunn, president of the Seedstock Plus Board
of Managers. “We’re excited to work with him in expanding opportunities for our members and
commercial cow-calf clients.”

Matt grew up with Seedstock Plus. Until recently being named CEO, Matt’s father, John
Burbank, served as the organization’s only CEO since it was established in 2000. John and his
wife, Laurie, were among the Seedstock Plus founders. Since then, Seedstock Plus has developed
and marketed more than 22,000 bulls to more than 4,100 customers in 40 states, Mexico and
Canada. Current Seedstock Plus membership includes 33 seedstock producers from eight states.

“Since the beginning, Seedstock Plus has aimed to provide commercial cattle producers with
genetics that fit their unique production environments and marketing goals, backed by cutting
edge genetic evaluation and customer service,” Matt says. “This goal continues as we help our
customers and members navigate the evolving cattle and beef industries.”

“Seedstock Plus continues today as it began, an organization serving as the intersection between
seedstock producers building genetics of integrity and commercial cow-calf producers utilizing
these genetics to their benefit,” John explains. “I’m proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish
so far, and I look forward to watching the organization progress under Matt’s leadership.”

Cammie Burbank, Matt’s wife, assumes Laurie Burbank’s previous responsibilities, including
Seedstock Plus office management and record keeping. John and Laurie will continue serving the
organization in advisory roles and providing customer service.

“I’m excited for the opportunity to lead Seedstock Plus into its next chapter,” Matt says.
“Prospects continue to shine bright for our members and clients, and opportunity will continue to
grow for them as the nation’s cow herd expands.”

For more information:
Matt Burbank
Seedstock Plus, LLC
877-486-1160

Argentinian Beef Import Plan Harms U.S. Cattle Producers

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Jessica Graham

WASHINGTON (October 20, 2025) –

Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) responded to comments from President Donald J. Trump that suggested importing Argentinian beef as a solution to lower beef prices. NCBA’s family farmers and ranchers are concerned that rewarding Argentina with this expanded access to the U.S. market harms American cattlemen and women, while also interfering with the free market.

NCBA Addresses Concerns

“NCBA’s family farmers and ranchers have numerous concerns with importing more Argentinian beef to lower prices for consumers. This plan only creates chaos at a critical time of the year for American cattle producers, while doing nothing to lower grocery store prices,” said NCBA CEO Colin Woodall. “Additionally, Argentina has a deeply unbalanced trade relationship with the U.S. In the past five years Argentina has sold more than $801 million of beef into the U.S. market. By comparison, the U.S. has sold just over $7 million worth of American beef to Argentina. Argentina also has a history of foot-and-mouth disease, which if brought to the United States, could decimate our domestic livestock production.”

Although beef prices have increased, consumer demand for beef remains strong because of the work American cattle producers have done to improve the quality and safety of U.S. beef. We call on President Trump and members of Congress to let the market work, rather than intervening in ways that do nothing but harm rural America.

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USCA Comments on President Trump’s Remarks Regarding Beef Prices and Proposed Imports from Argentina

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Jessica Graham

United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) President Justin Tupper issued the following statement in response to today’s public remarks by President Trump suggesting action to lower beef prices through expanded imports from Argentina:

“USCA commented on Friday regarding potential steps by the Administration to address beef prices, and we will reiterate our position today: government intervention is not needed in an industry that is already correcting in response to years of market pressure.

“Today’s comments alone triggered an immediate reaction in the markets—cattle futures dropped significantly. It’s important to underscore: the current price of beef on grocery store shelves reflects the true, inflation-adjusted cost of raising cattle in America today.

Current Imports

“Already this year, the U.S. has imported more than 1.26 million metric tons of beef, primarily from Australia, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, and New Zealand. Increasing imports under current rules ultimately benefits foreign suppliers and multinational packers, while putting U.S. ranchers on the losing end and depriving American consumers of honest transparency at the meat counter.

“USCA supports affordable food prices for American families. But we do oppose policies or loopholes that manipulate the market to address a solution that will be solved through natural market behavior. This approach weakens our industry’s foundation and undermines rural America.