The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is opposing the spot market bill recently introduced by Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley and Montana Senator Jon Tester. The legislation would require a minimum of 50 percent of meat packers slaughter volume to be purchased on the cash or ‘spot’ market. In a statement, NCBA Policy Division chair and South Dakota rancher Todd Wilkinson said “any solution must not restrict an individual producer’s freedom to pursue marketing avenues.” The organization believes increased price discovery will benefit all segments of the cattle industry. Dive further into the conversation in this exclusive RRFN interview with NCBA CEO Colin Woodall.