Leanne and Sean Touhey, which the movie The Blind Side was based on, opened the first general session with an inspirational and humorous message about valuing the people around us. “This whole thing started with two words—turn around. You may not be able to adopt a 16-year-old, but everyone can do something.”

Tractors from New Holland line the river walk infront of the convention center.

Various equipment companies are exhibiting in the 2013 NCBA trade show.

The trade show reception offered a variety of beef appetizers during the trade show opening.

Many people came to see the latest listings on Beef Today’s Cattle-Exchange site. Go to www.cattle-exchange.com to see more.