Gov. 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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USDA Launches New Regenerative Pilot Program to Lower Farmer Production Costs and Advance MAHA Agenda
by Andy SchwabToday, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, alongside U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz …
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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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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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MSU Extension’s Golden Triangle Cropping Seminar Scheduled for Early January
by Andy SchwabMontana State University (MSU) Extension will host its annual cropping seminar series January 5-9, 2026, in the Golden Triangle area. Speakers will cover topics such as input prices and managing …
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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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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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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 …
