Operating since 1973, Oklahoma BEEF Inc. is now the second largest test station in the United States.

OBI tests approximately 700 bulls yearly and merchandises 300 of them through two all-breed sales held in March and October. To qualify for the sale, bulls must perform in the top 70% of their contemporary group and pass a breeding soundness exam. The October sale also features a select group of heifers consigned by OBI clients.

All bulls are tested according to the procedures recommended by the Beef Improvement Federation Guidelines for Uniform Beef Improvement Program.

Breeder-owned-and-financed, OBI’s governing board of directors consists of nine member breeds. Nonmember breeds are welcome to host performance tests at OBI, although the number of breeds and frequency of tests varies.

OBI hosts a customer appreciation field day each summer to address current issues in the beef cattle industry.