The Idaho Cattle Association is the official voice for all segments of the beef industry in Idaho! ICA serves as the grassroots policy development organization for Idaho’s second-leading agricultural industry–cattle. As a member driven and directed organization, ICA regularly advocates for the beef industry and engages with political and agency leaders on issues affecting Idaho’s cattle.
ICA created The Western Martingale as a way to help our members and industry supporters to quickly and easily partake in the political input process. From time to time, The Western Martingale may feature action on policies outside of Idaho, to aid our neighboring states with garnering support or opposition to issues that have the potential to directly impact Idaho producers. To learn more about the Idaho Cattle Association & our membership options, visit www.idahocattle.org.
Why ‘Western Martingale’?
‘Western’ \weh-strn\ : Situated in the West. Also a term indicative of a certain type of lifestyle or livelihood.
‘Martingale’ \maar-tuhn-gayl\ : A martingale is traditionally used as an equestrian tool that helps to direct or influence control of an animal’s head; this tool can also be used to reduce speed.
Livestock, and cattle in particular, are an important (if not vital) component of the economy & landscape in the Western United States. While the Idaho Cattle Association serves as the official front facing voice for all segments of the beef industry in Idaho, many times there are opportunities for our members & supporters to advocate individually as well. Just as the horse- a powerful animal in its own right- requires guidance by the influence of a martingale, so do our state lawmakers and agency officials responsible for enacting policy affecting those in the beef industry of Idaho.
This site serves as a corral of sorts for this ‘martingale of influence’ that those within our industry can use when it comes to taking action on policy. It will provide information and quick action resources to facilitate commenting & participation on legislative policy and regulatory rulings with potential impact to the beef industry in Idaho.
