DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) – Mayor Mark Saliba has officially proclaimed October as Beef Month in the City of Dothan, honoring Alabama’s cattle producers and the vital role they play in the state’s economy and food supply.
The proclamation, signed at Dothan City Hall, recognizes the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association and the state’s $2.5 billion beef industry. Alabama is home to more than 17,900 cattle farms, with over 1.1 million head of cattle and calves statewide.
According to the proclamation, cash receipts from the sale of cattle and calves in 2023 totaled more than $501 million—ranking second only to broilers among Alabama farm commodities.
Mayor Saliba encouraged residents to support local cattle producers and celebrate the nutritious, high-quality beef raised across the region.
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association thanked Mayor Saliba for helping raise awareness about agriculture’s ongoing impact in the Wiregrass and throughout Alabama.
October has been recognized as Beef Month in Alabama by governors and local leaders since 1964.
