By Brad Cook – WIPFLI Agribusiness Practice Leader In 2021, agricultural producers took a double whammy: pandemic-related relief programs dried up, and about half of the contiguous U.S. experienced moderate…
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The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Wyoming was awarded funding for a Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development…
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NCBA Backs WOTUS Recommendations from EPA Advisory Committee
by Colter BrownWASHINGTON (January 14, 2022) – Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) announced support for a report issued by the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Advisory Committee (FRRCC). “The…
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States Submit Petition To Remove Greater Yellowstone Grizzlies from Endangered Species List
by Colter BrownCHEYENNE, Wyo. – Fulfilling a promise made in September, Governor Mark Gordon has officially petitioned the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) to remove the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) population…
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Ag Groups Reaffirm Glyphosate Safety & Benefits Before Court
by Colter BrownGroups representing farmers, ag retailers, landscaping, and golf course professionals showed strong support for continued access to glyphosate following Monday’s oral arguments in litigation regarding the registration of glyphosate. The…
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Montana Rail Link Announces Conclusion of Lease with BNSF Railway
by Colter BrownMontana Rail Link (“MRL”) will conclude its long-term lease with BNSF Railway Company (“BNSF”), and BNSF will resume operations and maintenance of its mainline rail corridor through southern Montana upon…
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U.S. Meat Production Slows as COVID Cases Increase
by Colter BrownMeat processing companies and union officials tell Reuters that rising COVID-19 infections among workers are once again forcing meat plants to slow production and the government to replace slaughter inspectors.…
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The Montana Farm Bureau captured two prestigious awards during the 103rd American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in Atlanta. The awards recognize excellence in implementation of outstanding member programs and membership…
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University of Wyoming to Launch New Ranch Management and Ag Leadership Program this Spring
by Andy SchwabInformation from Wyoming ranchers and other agricultural sectors molded a new ranch management and leadership program being launched this winter in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the…
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The Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame & Western Heritage Center (MCHF & WHC) announces their 14th class of inductions into the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame. The inductees were chosen…
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