Beef Quality Assurance

The Beef Quality Assurance program provides guidelines for beef cattle production and outlines how to increase consumer confidence through proper management techniques and a commitment to quality. There is an online program for training in several key areas in beef production – cow-calf, stocker, feedyard, dairy, and transportation. The modules are available in English and Spanish, and topics covered include animal husbandry, animal welfare, environmental stewardship and food safety practices..

BQA Certification

Online
BQA certification is available in Michigan through the national online training and certification program housed at www.bqa.org. Online training and certification is free.

In-person
Attend the 2026 Michigan Beef Quality Assurance trainings in partnership with Michigan Beef Industry Commission, Michigan State University Beef Team, and Michigan Cattlemen’s Association at the following locations. Meetings are free and open to everyone! Registration is required.

March 17, 2026 MSU Extension Office, West Branch, MI
April 22, 2026 Bay College, Escanaba, MI
September 24, 2026 MSU Extension Office, Allegan, MI
November 10, 2026 Farm Bureau Pavilion, Lansing, MI
-All meetings with begin at 6 pm with dinner and the training will follow.
Register for in-person BQA training & certification here