1. International Beef Month 2026

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting · 2026-05-12 · agenda_item

This item is a proclamation by the Board of County Commissioners of Citrus County, Florida, to recognize May 2025 as International Beef Month. The proclamation highlights the importance of the beef industry, the farmers and ranchers involved, and the nutritional value of beef. It also notes the significant role of the beef industry in the United States and Florida's ranking in cattle production. The item is currently under review as part of a board meeting agenda. This proclamation does not involve any construction or direct project work. Therefore, there are no immediate contracting, supply, or service opportunities directly related to this agenda item. Local businesses involved in the beef industry or related agricultural sectors may find value in aligning with the spirit of this recognition.

pounds of beef consumed per person

58.8 pounds

head of cattle

86.2 million

beef cows

872,000

total inventory of cows

1.58 million

counties producing cattle

36