Text graphic with the headline 'Building the Future of Bison in the Southeast' and an illustration of a bison. Subtitle reads 'Connecting producers, creating markets, strengthening the industry.'

Building a Stronger Future Together:

The Southeast Bison Association was created to unite producers across the Southeast by providing marketing opportunities, educational resources, equipment rentals, transportation coordination, and cooperative purchasing programs.

•Building Stronger Markets • Supporting Producers

• Growing the Bison Industry • Creating Opportunities for Future Generations

ABOUT THE ASSOCIATION:

The Southeast Bison Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to growing and strengthening the bison industry throughout the southeastern United States.

Together we represent producers across:

Tennessee • Kentucky • North Carolina • South Carolina • Georgia • Alabama • Mississippi • Louisiana • Arkansas • Florida

A black and white watercolor-style illustration of a bison standing on a hill, with the words 'Southeast Bison Association' below.

OUR SERVICES:

A bison is in an indoor rodeo arena with an audience watching and auctioneers or officials seated at a table.

Auctions

Reliable marketplace and direct sale opportunities for members.

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Resources

Connecting producers with equipment and recourses.

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Cooperative

Lower costs through group buying power.

A bison standing behind metal fencing with another bison further in the background, on a farm or ranch under a cloudy sky.

Feedlot

Helping producers house and feed their animals.

A man giving a presentation on bison health and management to an audience in a conference room. The slide shows a bison and lists nutrition, geratics, handling, and marketing.

Education

Recourses to help producers strengthen their knowledge.

Leading the Herd:

A man smiling outdoors on a farm, wearing a light green shirt with a logo that says Lazy G Ranch. In the background, there are leafless trees, a wooden fence, and a bison standing near a feeding trough under a clear blue sky.

President Eddie Gaw

35+ years raising bison in Tennessee. Passionate about industry growth and supporting producers across the Southeast.

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Vice President Jim Degenstein

10+ Years in the industry raising animals in North Dakota and now Tennessee. Dedicated to building strong markets and creating resources that help producers succeed.

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Treasurer Mike Echan

Focused on financial stewardship and long-term sustainability of the association.

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Secretary Bobby Bradshaw

Committed to communication, organization, and keeping producers informed.