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Cattlemen’s president-elect enjoys working with others

Benjamin Herrold
Jul 17, 2021
Jul 17, 2021 Updated Jul 19, 2021

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For Bruce Mershon, his involvement with the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association provides an opportunity to be a part of the cattle industry on a broader level and spend time with other livestock producers. Mershon is president-elect of the organization, and next year he will take over as president.

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Bruce Mershon and his granddaughter, Maren, feed cattle on the family farm in Jackson County, Missouri.
Photo courtesy of Tracey Mershon

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