Iowa Beef Council
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We’re your go-to resource for all things beef in Iowa. The Iowa Beef Council is a non-profit funded by Iowa beef farmers.
Producer-directed and consumer-focused, the Iowa Beef Industry Council is funded by the $1-per-head beef checkoff. Checkoff dollars are invested in beef promotion, consumer information, research, industry information and foreign market development, all with the purpose of strengthening beef demand. For more information, visit www.iabeef.org.
06/18/2026
Gather your friends, pack the picnic basket, and celebrate International Picnic Day with these easy and delicious Mediterranean Beef & Veggie Wraps!
Layer whole wheat tortillas with hummus, fresh greens, thinly sliced cooked beef, and your favorite crunchy veggies like grape tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, bell peppers, and red onion for the perfect picnic bite.
Save this recipe for your next picnic: https://bit.ly/49pRxzO
06/18/2026
Celebrating one steak dinner at a time. Tell us your go-to steak and veggie combo below! 👇
06/16/2026
Join us in preparing Tri-Tip Steak on the grill tonight!
Known for its rich, beefy flavor and tender slices when carved against the grain, this espresso-rubbed tri-tip brings bold coffee, ancho chili, and smoky char together in every bite. Finished hot off the grill with fresh lemon and green onion for the perfect balance.
Fire up the grill and give this recipe a try for your next steak night:
https://bit.ly/3RDr4sh
06/15/2026
𝐁𝐞𝐞𝐟 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭.
From crispy bites to hearty pockets, these recipes show how versatile and affordable beef can be when used creatively.
Get the full recipes + more budget-friendly ideas here: https://bit.ly/4dZ9bNm
Which would you try first?
06/14/2026
𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐲!
Celebrate with a juicy beef steak topped with a rich mustard-bourbon sauce. You’ll love how easy it is to make and how bold the flavor is!
Save this recipe for your next steak night! https://bit.ly/4uqPofj
06/14/2026
𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐨!
𝟏. 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬
Preheat to medium (gas: 10-15 minutes; charcoal: wait until coals are white). Season your patties and press a small dimple in the center for even cooking.
𝟐. 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐩
Cook burgers to an internal temperature of 160°F for perfect doneness.
𝟑. 𝐅𝐥𝐢𝐩 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭
Only flip once - don’t press or pierce the patties so you keep all those juicy flavors locked in.
𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 = 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐥𝐲 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬
Want perfect burgers every time? Check out the link for the full guide! https://bit.ly/4ukLCnS
𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊 𝐓𝐎 𝐁𝐄𝐄𝐅 𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐅𝐒!
Ever wondered what labels like grass-fed, grain-finished, and organic really mean?
This week’s Beef Brief breaks down a few commonly recognized beef labels seen at the grocery store and explains what they tell us about how cattle are raised and fed. From pasture-raised cattle to grain finishing and USDA organic standards, each label helps tell the story behind the beef on your plate.
Tune in to learn more about the journey of beef from pasture to plate!
See you next time on #𝐁𝐄𝐄𝐅𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐅𝐒!
If your cookouts are legendary, this is your moment!
The Iowa Farm Bureau Cookout Contest returns Tuesday, August 18 on the Grand Concourse
at the Iowa State Fair, where pitmasters can compete for $4,600+ in cash prizes and the
coveted Grand Champion title.
The Iowa Beef Industry Council proudly sponsors the beef category, honoring the Iowa cattle farmers behind the rich, high quality beef that defines great grilling.
Learn more and sign up: https://bit.ly/4fA6cw1
06/11/2026
𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐂𝐨𝐰 𝐃𝐚𝐲!
Today we’re celebrating a name that has two meanings. The black-hided cattle that help produce high quality beef, and the classic root beer float we all know and love!
Do you call it a black cow or a root beer float? Let us know below!
06/09/2026
Outside skirt steak is a flavorful, versatile cut that shines in fajitas, stir-fry, and hot-and-fast cooking methods. Marinate it, throw it on the grill or skillet, and slice thin for maximum tenderness.
Looking for inspiration? Try this fajita recipe and let us know how it turns out! https://bit.ly/4uSIMXp
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