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TBA ‘Buffalo Banquet’ Celebrates Bison Week

via TheHuntingWire.com

AUSTIN, Texas — Preserving and promoting American Buffalo, the Texas Bison Association (TBA) is pleased to announce that the Texas Legislature has officially designated the first week of May as ‘Texas Bison Week.’ During the commemorative week, the TBA will host its Spring Meeting and ‘Buffalo Banquet’ on May 8, 2010 in conjunction with Buffalo Boogie 5K Fun Run sponsored by the Friends of the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge in Fort Worth.

After the TBA’s membership meeting, the First Annual TBA Buffalo Banquet will feature a fund-raising auction with a wide array of trips, art, custom knives, furniture, jewelry, trips, and other Texas- and buffalo-related products. The banquet will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the La Quinta – Lake Worth and all bison enthusiasts are welcome to attend. Cost is $50 and includes TBA ‘Friend of the Herd’ membership, bison steak dinner and chances to win some great auction and raffle items. A portion of the proceeds from the banquet will also be donated to the American Heart Association.

“The Texas legislature’s official recognition of Texas Bison Week acknowledges the resurgence of bison and the growing popularity of bison as a heart-healthy red meat alternative,” says Tim Frasier, president of the Texas Bison Association. “Buffalo ranching and bison products are becoming increasingly popular, and our all-new Buffalo Banquet is bringing together bison enthusiasts for a fun evening commemorating the rich, unique history and tradition of our American buffalo.”

Bison meat is very lean — containing less calories and cholesterol than either beef or chicken — and is a great alternative for people who want to improve their diet without giving up red meat. In addition, bison contributes about 69 percent more iron to a diet than beef and contains higher levels of vitamins and minerals, and is more non-allergenic and digestible than most other meats.  (more…)

Texas Bison Association Spurs New FFA Program at Houston Rodeo

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AUSTIN, Texas — Preserving the legend of the North American Bison, the Texas Bison Association (TBA) announces it will exhibit at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, and showcase its new FFA Chapter Award Program that introduces the bison industry to agricultural students. The TBA will be in booths #9 and #10 at the Ag Expo, located in the Reliant Center, from March 2, 2010 through March 7, 2010.

In an effort to generate interest and involvement in bison production among Texas youth through education, exposure and incentives, the Texas Bison Association is offering financial and scholastic awards for FFA students. The TBA’s new FFA outreach program also includes opportunities for Texas FFA Chapters to receive cash awards for participation.   (more…)