{"id":450,"date":"2025-08-06T11:47:02","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T11:47:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/charolaisusa.com\/?page_id=450"},"modified":"2025-09-25T10:38:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T10:38:09","slug":"become-a-member","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/charolaisusa.com\/about\/become-a-member\/","title":{"rendered":"Become a Member"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\n\t\t\tMembership\t<\/h1>\n

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\n\t\t\tWhy Become a Member of AICA?\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\tFrom first calf to full legacy.\t<\/h2>\n\t

When you join the American-International Charolais Association, you’re stepping into a proud tradition of cattlemen and women who believe in doing things better. Better genetics. Better performance. Better connections. Whether you’re raising your first calf or carrying on a family legacy, AICA gives you a place to grow, belong, and lead.<\/p>\n\t\t

A Place to Belong<\/h5>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

At any experience level, AICA is your home. It’s a nationwide network of producers who share your values, challenges, and drive for improvement. This isn’t just paperwork and pedigrees – it’s people who get you.<\/p>\n\t\t

A Purpose to Be Proud Of<\/h5>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Charolais breeders are shaping the future of beef – with total industry-responsive genetics and calves that deliver where it counts. Every member adds to that legacy. Every voice helps lead the direction forward.<\/p>\n\t“It’s more than just registering cattle – it’s a network, a family, and a legacy.”
\n<\/em>– Sara W., 2nd-generation Charolais producer\n\t\t

Support That Builds Success<\/h5>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

From new breeder tools to national marketing to junior leadership development, AICA equips you with everything you need to succeed – and connects you with those who want to help.<\/p>\n\t“Joining AICA gave me a real sense of purpose. I’m not just raising cattle – I’m part of a movement that values progress.”
\n<\/em>– Brian K., Missouri seedstock producer\n

\n\t\t\tHow to Join\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\t1. Apply\t<\/h4>\n\t

Print and fill out application<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAdult Membership Form\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tJunior Membership Form\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tJr to Adult Membership Form\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n

\n\t\t\t2. Submit APplication\t<\/h4>\n\t

Submit Online by using the button below, or by mail<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tUpload Your Application\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n

\n\t\t\t3. Pay Membership Fee\t<\/h4>\n\t

Once your application has been processed, we will email you a link to pay directly from our online portal.<\/p>\n\t

Once you’re in, you’ll receive a Welcome Packet with everything you need to hit the ground running – including branding materials, contact info, and registration tools.<\/p>\nHave questions?<\/strong>
\nReach out to Maggie Smithee at msmithee@charolaisusa.com<\/a>\n

\n\t\t\tFee Schedule\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t
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Initial Membership (Year 1)<\/td>$125<\/td><\/tr>
Annual Renewal Fee<\/td>$100<\/td><\/tr>
Initial Junior Membership (Year 1)<\/td>$30<\/td><\/tr>
Annual Junior Renewal Fee<\/td>$25<\/td><\/tr>
Registration & Transfer Fees<\/td>DOWNLOAD<\/a><\/td><\/tr>\t<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t\t\t\t\"icon-white\"\n

\n\t\t\tYou are AICA\t<\/h1>\n

\n\t\t\tThis is your invitation to belong to something bigger – a breed, a legacy, a community that believes in moving the beef industry forward together.\t<\/h5>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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