Global grain and oilseed markets remain oversupplied, but increased biofuels production and improving export conditions are boosting U.S. producer optimism that prices have passed their cyclical bottoms. After a year …
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The Bureau of Land Management announced updated plans that enhance conservation of Greater sage-grouse habitat while balancing access to public lands for responsible energy and mineral development across Idaho, Montana …
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Don’t Ignore Cow Size When Comparing Calf Weaning Weights
by Colter BrownCow size should not be overlooked when comparing calf weaning weights, according to University of Kentucky agricultural economist Kenny Burdine. While there is often debate about whether an “optimal” cow …
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Ag Secretary Rollins Challenges California Ag Land Redistribution Plan
by Colter BrownAg Secretary Brooke Rollins sent a letter to California Governor Gavin Newsom demanding that the state abandon a proposal that would redistribute land based on race, ethnicity, and national origin. …
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Governor Gordon Targets Agriculture and Wildfire Preparedness as Essential to Wyoming’s Future
by Colter BrownGov. Mark Gordon (R-WY) underscored two essential priorities in his budget: strengthening Wyoming’s agricultural backbone and addressing increasingly severe wildfire seasons. “Wyoming’s strength has always come from the people who …
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NCBA Pushes to Reduce Frivolous Environmental Litigation in House Hearing
by Colter BrownLast week, the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing on the Abuse of the Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA). Todd Wilkinson, South Dakota cattle …
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Ag Secretary Rollins Op-Ed “Trump Is Fighting to Protect American Farmers”
by Colter BrownWhile American farmers face historic pressures, this week, President Donald Trump reminded them he is their greatest champion. As our very first president, George Washington, himself a farmer, told a joint session of Congress in 1796: …
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Trump Says Administration Will Roll Back Environmental Rules on Farm Machinery
by Colter BrownPresident Donald Trump says his administration will move to scale back environmental requirements on tractors and other farm machinery, arguing the changes will lower equipment costs and make repairs simpler …
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Flashing Ear Tags Show Promise for Deterring Livestock Predators
by Colter BrownWolves, bears, cougars and coyotes are important parts of ecosystems of the West — and a pain in the rump roast for people who raise livestock there. Carnivores sometimes prey …
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Op-Ed: State of the Cattle Industry, Common Ground Coalition
by Colter BrownOp-Ed by Joe Goggins, Billings, MT There is nothing worse than hearing your name drug through the mud when you and others have poured countless hours into meaningful efforts to …
