Today, at the National Farmers Union Annual Convention, U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the finalization of a rule to align the voluntary “Product of USA” label claim…
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MSGA Concerned Over National Wildlife Refuge System Rule Change
by Colter BrownThe Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) submitted comments this week voicing concerns with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service: Biological Integrity, Diversity, and Environmental Health (BIDEH) proposed rulemaking and policy…
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NCBA Urges Congress to Pass Legislation to Advance Cattle Industry Priorities and Avoid a Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON – Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) called on lawmakers to pass the minibus appropriations package announced yesterday by congressional leadership. The bill prevents a disastrous government shutdown and…
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Registration Open for UW Extension’s 2024 Ranch Camp Program
by Colter BrownThe University of Wyoming Extension is now accepting applications for the fourth annual Wyoming Ranch Camp, to be held at the Padlock Ranch Monday, June 10, through Friday, June 14. Open…
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The Producer Profitability Initiative is a grassroots movement started by cattle ranchers and led by cattle ranchers who have a vision to create a sustainable future for the American livestock…
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Sitting Bull Auction owners Kirby Krebsbach and Wes Peterson announced that the Sitting Bull Auction is closing. February 26th was the last regular sale, however, bull sales for the month…
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U.S. Sheep Inventory Shrinking, But 2024 Outlook is Optimistic
by Colter BrownWhile last year saw the smallest lamb crop on record with just 3.03 million head, there were also some bright spots related to lamb imports and pricing, according to the…
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Predators Killed Over 20,000 Sheep and Lambs in Wyoming in 2023
by Colter BrownWyoming sheep and lamb producers lost 45,000 animals to weather, predators, disease, and other causes during 2023, representing a total value of $10.08 million, according to a survey conducted by…
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Ranchers Request Help to Address Grasshopper Threat
by Colter BrownThe Montana Stockgrowers Association submitted a request last week to Congressman Ryan Zinke for his consideration of a financial appropriation to address the 2024 grasshopper forecast. Zinke currently serves on…
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Red Angus Association Promotes Oliver to Assistant Director
by Colter BrownThe Red Angus Association of America recently announced the promotion of Rachael Oliver to assistant director of commercial marketing. In this new role, Oliver will coordinate marketing team travel to…