July is Bison Month!
By Jim Matheson
July 1, 2026 (Rapid City, SD) – The National Bison Association announced the annual kickoff of July Bison Month today, encouraging consumers to add this uniquely American, delicious, humanely raised, …
Author: Jim Matheson
NBA Seeks Part-time Membership Coordinator
By Jim Matheson
National Bison Association Membership Coordinator 25 hr./week – Part-Time Position The National Bison Association (NBA) is seeking a work-from-home, part-time Membership Coordinator to be based in the Rapid City, SD …
US-Taiwan Trade Agreement Includes Bison Meat Access
By Jim Matheson
February 19, 2026 -The National Bison Association (NBA) was pleased to learn that the recently signed US-Taiwan Reciprocal Trade Agreement includes language that ensures the allowance of bison meat imports …
Celebrate July Bison Month: A Taste of America’s Heritage
By Jim Matheson
The National Bison Association has officially launched July Bison Month, inviting everyone to enjoy this uniquely American, delicious, and nutrient-packed protein. Bison is raised humanely and offers incredible health benefits, …
Being rewarded for what bison and their stewards do naturally
By Jim Matheson
You’ve probably heard by now that the National Bison Association (NBA) is involved in one of the new U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) grant programs. South Dakota …
The White Bison of Today
By Jim Matheson
Bison friends, I’m guessing that by now you’ve likely seen or heard about the latest article about a white bison being born at Bear River State Park in Evanston, Wyoming. …
A North American Network of Bison Resources
By Jim Matheson
I’m currently returning from an excellent bison conference hosted by the Minnesota Bison Association in Alexandria, MN. The two-day event featured an array of expert speakers who addressed everything from …
Back to the Future (Farmers of America)
By Jim Matheson
Back to the Future (Farmers of America) NBA Blog, by Jim Matheson, Executive Director The National Bison Association’s (NBA) program manager, Lydia Whitman, myself, and a few dedicated volunteers will …
A Small Fish in a Big Pond
By Jim Matheson
A Small Fish in a Big Pond NBA Blog, by Jim Matheson, Executive Director A small fish in a big pond. OK, maybe not the best analogy for a bison …
It Takes a Village (of dedicated, passionate helpers)
By Jim Matheson
As many of you know, the National Bison Association (NBA) is currently undergoing a significant organizational transition, the likes of which we haven’t seen in over 20 years. With the …