May is National Beef Month, and the Wapello County Farm Bureau is marking the occasion with a contest at the Ottumwa Fareway Meat & Grocery store, giving one lucky winner $100 worth of beef products.
The contest runs through 11:59 p.m. on May 25th and is open to anyone who visits the Fareway location at 1325 Albia Road in Ottumwa. Entry tickets are available at the meat counter — participants simply fill out their name and phone number for a chance to win. The winner will be able to select their preferred cuts directly from Fareway’s fresh meat selection, allowing them to customize their prize to fit their family’s needs.
The Wapello County Farm Bureau said the contest is part of a broader effort to encourage consumers to learn more about beef production, recognize the nutritional benefits of beef, and support local farmers and retailers throughout the month.
Beef is a naturally nutrient-dense protein that provides essential nutrients including zinc, which supports a healthy immune system, and vitamin B12, which plays a key role in brain development in children and helps maintain a healthy nervous system throughout life.
Community members are also encouraged to include beef in their meals throughout May as part of the monthlong celebration honoring cattle farmers and the role beef plays in feeding families across the country.
