The Global
Dates: October 13-15, 2026
Location: Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
Register by: Friday, July 31, 2026
The Global Beef Exchange
Hosted by FMG Global
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FMG Global is proud to host The Global Beef Exchange, bringing together internationally recognized industry experts, producers, processors, academics, and McDonald’s representatives for a comprehensive learning experience, exploring the trends, opportunities, and challenges shaping the future of the global beef industry.
The Two Options
The Complete Global Beef Exchange Experience
The full three-days
Includes the Global Industry Forum and the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Beef 101 Program.
An exclusive three-day learning experience, designed to connect leaders from across the global beef supply chain. Exchange ideas, challenge perspectives and deepen your understanding of the opportunities shaping
the future of the global beef industry.
Date: Tuesday, October 13 to Thursday, October 15, 2026
Global Industry Forum
First day only
Includes the Global Industry Forum.
Gain a global perspective through presentations from internationally recognized speakers covering regional beef industries, global consumption trends, and emerging market opportunities.
Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
The Exchange Experience
Connect
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Monday, October 12, 2026
Welcome Reception
Guests are welcome to arrive in College Station on Monday afternoon ahead of the program commencement. Join fellow attendees for a welcome reception and networking dinner.
Discover
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Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Global Industry Forum
Gain a global perspective through presentations from internationally recognised speakers covering regional beef industries, global consumption trends, and emerging market opportunities. The Global Industry Forum concludes following the executive panel discussion after lunch and resumes in the evening with an exclusive networking dinner, featuring further panel discussions and audience Q&A.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extensions Beef 101 Program Commences
The afternoon shifts from discussion to experience with live animal evaluation, beef safety and animal handling demonstrations, genetics, and interactive learning sessions.
The Global Industry Forum continues over dinner, with additional panel discussions and an interactive Q&A session.
Experience
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Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Beef 101 Program Continues
Step inside the science of beef with immersive, hands-on sessions covering carcass anatomy, grading systems, wholesale fabrication, meat cutting techniques, and sustainability, delivered by leading experts in world-class teaching facilities.
An evening dinner will be held.
Apply
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Thursday, October 15, 2026
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Beef 101 Program Continues
Bring theory and practice together through current industry topics, beef safety, palatability science, and practical interpretation sessions, providing valuable insights that can be applied across the beef supply chain.
The program concludes at lunchtime.
Accommodation
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FMG Global has secured accommodation for all registered guests through Texas A&M University. Booking details and accommodation options will be provided upon confirmation of your registration.
Accommodation costs are the responsibility of each attendee.
Registration Forms
Please complete the registration form for the event you wish to attend.
As places are limited, we encourage you to register your interest by Friday, July 31, 2026.
If you are unable to attend, please click the button below.
Register here for the complete three-day
Global Beef Exchange Experience
Register here for the one-day
Global Industry Forum