Somewhere between boots and saddles, briefcases and taxis…

Mobridge Livestock, South Dakota & the Kings Inn and Motel

Pat Becker and I went to the Mobridge Livestock. Seeing the young fellas involved in this livestock market was truly inspirational. Brothers Jason Anderberg and Tigh Anderberg along with their partner Casey Perman are charging forward as the next generation of sale barn owners. They pick up the reigns from where Tom Anderberg successfully left off. With the enthusiasm and interest in where the cattle industry is headed, these guys will do quite well. For me, it was motivational to interact with young professionals who are committed to ensuring that the Mobridge livestock market tradition remains strong and successful for both the ranchers and community that depends on it. Another young rancher, Rio Jones, was helping out at this livestock market. Rio is also an excellent spokesman for the U.S. cattle industry. He helps out with his family operation which hosts a guest ranch; check it out at http://www.handboycreek.com.

To summarize, Pat and I were pleased with the outcome of this meeting and things are looking great here getting folks involved in issues affecting the U.S. cattle industry.

Oh and I would be remiss if I did not mention that as day closed, I stayed in Belle Fourche at one of my favorite hotels in the entire country. The Kings Inn and Motel truly as they say “an unforgettable experience at an unbelievable price!” I could try to describe it, but all I will say is, if you are ever in the Belle Fourche area and need to call it a night, go see my friend Waldemar. Get checked into your room and walk across the street to his bar and grill, the Boomba. Experience the Boomba, hear a story from Waldemar (this time Waldemar actually shared some of his private mustard reserve with me), and walk on over to your room and crash with a smile on your face, because that is what I always do when I stay at the Kings Inn and Motel!

Tags: Jess Peterson, Kings Inn and Motel, Mobridge Livestock, Pat Becker