Wyoming sheep and lamb producers lost 36,000 animals to weather, predators, disease, and other causes during 2024, representing a total value of $8.25 million, according to a survey conducted by …
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MT Grain Growers Association Opens 2025 Scholarship Program
by Andy SchwabMontana Grain Growers Association launched their 2025 Scholarship Program. All applications must be postmarked by April 1, 2025 and recipients will be announced by May 1, 2025. From fundraising and generous industry …
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Governor Gianforte Celebrates Career and Technical Education Month
by Colton YoungRecognizes FFA Week in Montana HELENA, Mont – Governor Greg Gianforte recently proclaimed February as Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month in Montana, highlighting the importance of hands-on learning and …
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On her first full day in office, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins took bold action to advance President Trump’s agenda and ensure that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) …
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Legislation Introduced to Permanently Repeal the Death Tax
by Colter BrownU.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today led 45 of his Senate colleagues in reintroducing legislation that would permanently repeal the federal estate tax, commonly known as the death …
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USDA Extends Emergency Livestock Assistance to Producers Who Suffered Losses from the St. Mary Canal Siphon Failure
USDA’s Farm Service Agency is extending the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program(ELAP) for agricultural producers in Montana who suffered losses as a direct result of the …
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The Wyoming Animal Damage Management Board (ADMB) is soliciting grant applications for special projects that emphasize integrated predator management in Wyoming. Applications are currently available on the Wyoming Animal Damage …
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Young Sheep Producers Should Apply Now for Global Sheep Forum
by Andy SchwabAre you a passionate sheep producer eager to expand your horizons? The American Lamb Board and the American Sheep Industry Association’s Young & Emerging Entrepreneurs present an exciting opportunity for …
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Thousands of USDA Employees Fired as Part of Federal Workforce Reduction
by Colter BrownThousands of employees at the U.S. Department of Agriculture across an array of agencies and jobs have been fired in the last two weeks. USDA on Friday afternoon released a …
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South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has signed a bill into law that prohibits the misbranding of any cell-cultured protein product. The lab-grown meat labeling law will take effect July 1 and …