(NAFB.com) – The 2025 American Lamb Summit, held in late July, marked a significant milestone for the U.S. sheep industry, drawing industry leaders, producers, and educators together to explore innovations and strategies for growth. This year’s event was the third summit of its kind, which focused on enhancing the competitiveness of American Lamb. “The summit was a great opportunity to engage with veteran lamb producers and industry leaders, while also welcoming new producers,” said Jeff Ebert, chair of the American Lamb Board. “It’s encouraging to see a diverse group of industry leaders from across the country all share an excitement about the future of the American Lamb industry.” Attendees heard from top experts on a variety of topics aimed at improving product quality and efficiency. The topics included education in production practices, marketing, and industry trends. They also learned about profitable grazing systems, livestock nutrition, reducing antibiotic use, consumer trends, and more.