The Montana Wheat and Barley Committee (MWBC) has announced the appointment of Jim Bjelland of Conrad, MT, and Logan Anderson of Chester, MT, as its newest board members, bringing experience …
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USCA President Justin Tupper Talks About Upcoming Annual Meeting
by Andy SchwabAs the cattle industry heads into 2026 facing tight supplies, volatile markets and heightened scrutiny of labeling and trade policy, leaders with the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association say the timing of …
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Farmer and rancher delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 107th Convention today adopted policies to guide the organization’s work in 2026. Key topics ranged from labor to animal health …
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Daines, Sheehy Introduce Bill Ensuring Clean Water for Northeastern Montana
by Colton YoungU.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy today introduced a bill to reauthorize the Fort Peck Dry Prairie Rural Water System. The bill extends authority for the Bureau of …
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Farmer Bridge Assistance Program: Details on $11 Billion in Aid
by Colter BrownLow commodity prices, elevated input costs and ongoing market uncertainty have many farmers facing another year of negative or near-break-even returns. The Trump administration’s $12 billion in economic assistance for …
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USDA January Reports Deliver Major Shock to Grain Markets
by Andy SchwabGrain markets were sharply lower this week after USDA released its January Crop Production Annual Summary, quarterly Grain Stocks, WASDE, and Winter Wheat Seedings reports, delivering far more bearish numbers …
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Montana Farm Bureau Captures National Awards During American Farm Bureau Convention
by Colter BrownAnaheim, CA—The Montana Farm Bureau Federation captured the Pinnacle Award in their membership group during the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 107th Convention in Anaheim, California. The Pinnacle Award is the highest …
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Daines Sends Letter Urging Efforts to Support American Sheep Industry
by Colton YoungU.S. Senator Steve Daines today led a letter to U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer, voicing support for American sheep producers who have been disadvantaged by surging imports into the …
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Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame to Celebrate 2026 Inductees and Saddle of Honor Awardee February 14 in Great Falls
by Andy SchwabThe Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame will celebrate the 18th class of inductions into the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame Saturday, February 14, at the Heritage Inn in Great Falls. …
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Montana Stockgrowers Foundation Awards Explore Agriculture Classroom Grants to Support Ag Education Across Montana
by Colton YoungThe Montana Stockgrowers Foundation (MSF) is excited to share the recipients of its recently launched education grant program, the Explore Agriculture Classroom Grant. In the Foundation’s first round of funding, …
