California CattleWomen member Cheryl Foster received the 2025 Outstanding CattleWoman of the Year award from the American National CattleWomen (ANCW) in San Antonio, TX.
ANCW held its inaugural Cowgirl Cotillion and Awards Gala on Feb. 3 during the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Cattle Convention. Foster was surprised to learn she was the honoree during the grand event featuring acclaimed country music artist Red Steagall.
This award recognizes a cattlewoman who promotes the cattle industry, educates consumers on the nutritional value of beef and advocates for the sustainable practices that are essential to the long-term success of ranch families.
Foster’s dedication to the beef industry comes from the heart. She has served countless hours at the local, state and national level giving presentations, organizing consumer events, fostering young producers and advocating for policy that directly affects cattle ranches.
“I had never been so surprised in my life and having my son and granddaughter there was pretty special,” Foster said. “There are so many wonderful women in this organization and they chose me!”
Foster lives on the Bogus Creek Ranch in Montague, CA. The Siskiyou County rancher is sixth generation and ranches with her brother.
ANCW annually recognizes three outstanding members with awards for Educator of the Year, Beef Promotion Award and Outstanding CattleWoman. ANCW works to support the beef industry and empower women in agriculture. For more information, visit www.ancw.org or cattlewomen.org. — ANCW
