The Wyoming Livestock Board (WLSB) and USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service(APHIS) confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a Carbon Countybackyard poultry flock. This is …
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MSGA Concludes 141st Annual Convention & Trade Show in Billings
by Colton YoungThe Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) concluded the final day of its 141st Annual Convention & Trade Show on Friday, December 12, celebrating three days of policy work, producer education, industry …
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HELENA, Mont. – The Montana Pulse Crop Committee (MPCC) invites proposals to fund market development and educational projects designed to promote and enhance Montana’s pulse industry. The Montana Pulse Crop …
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Armstrong Voices Support for Revised ‘Waters of the U.S.’ Definition as Good for ND Ag, Energy, Businesses
by Colton YoungGov. Kelly Armstrong today shared his support for the revised definition of Waters of the United States (WOTUS) proposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of …
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Charles Parks Named 2025 American Gelbvieh Association Commercial Producer of the Year
by Colton YoungLINCOLN, Neb. – Charles Parks of Ekalaka, Montana, was announced as the 2025 American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) Commercial Producer of the Year at the 55th Annual National Convention on December …
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Crop and Pest Management School to be Held January 14-15, 2026
by Colton YoungThe Montana State University Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program is excited to present the Crop and Pest Management School (CPMS) in January 2026. Join us for the 2026 CPMS that will present accurate …
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Trump Administration Announces $12 Billion Farmer Bridge Payments for American Farmers Impacted by Unfair Market Disruptions
by Colton YoungPresident Donald J. Trump alongside U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent, Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman (AR), Senator Deb Fischer (NE), …
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USDA to Expand Crop Insurance Access for Farmers and Ranchers, Boosting the Farm Safety Net
by Colton YoungU.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced major updates to federal crop insurance, reducing red tape for farmers, modernizing long-standing policies, and expanding access to critical risk protection …
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MGGA Sets Policy and Elects Leadership
by Colton YoungGreat Falls, MT – Montana Grain Growers Association wrapped up their 70th Annual Convention and Trade Show this week. The annual convention is where members discuss and approve the policy platform …
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Explore Cost-Share Assistance for Organic Transition and Specialty Production
by Colton YoungVermillion, S.D.– Join the S.D. Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA) on Fri., Dec. 12, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The SHED on Main Street in Vermillion, S.D. for …
