The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is facilitating spring pesticide disposal events during the week of April 7 – 9, 2026, in Kalispell, Plains, and Missoula. The primary objective of …
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Fornstrom Testifies Before U.S. Senate Committee on Diesel Emissions Policy
by Andy SchwabWyoming Farm Bureau Federation President Todd Fornstrom testified Wednesday before the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee on the impacts diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) requirements have on farmers and …
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Montana Rancher Honored by SRM with Land Stewardship Award
by Colter BrownMONTEREY, CALIFORNIA — Marguerite “Meg” Brack Smith, owner and operator of Fleecer Mountain Cattle Company, received the W.R. Chapline Land Stewardship Award at the Society for Range Management’s 79th Annual …
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Montana Agriculture Needs Workforce Solutions and It Needs Them Now
by Colter BrownBy Lesley Robinson, Montana Cattle Producer and President of the Montana Stockgrowers Association Montana agriculture depends on a reliable workforce to remain productive, competitive, and sustainable. Yet, across our state, …
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Key Takeaways American farmers are entering the 2026 spring planting season amid geopolitical tensions involving Iran and nearby Persian Gulf countries, which adds uncertainty to global energy and fertilizer markets. …
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National Farmers Union (NFU) honored Dr. Dale McCall of Colorado and Joe Logan of Ohio with awards for Meritorious Service to Farmers Union and to American Agriculture, the highest honor …
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Gov. Gianforte, Forest Service Chief Announce Shared Forest Management Landscapes in Montana
by Colton YoungGovernor Greg Gianforte and The Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation (DNRC) today in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service announced the selection of two priority landscapes in Montana …
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Montana Livestock Loss Board Announces Livestock Loss Prevention Grant Recipients
by Andy SchwabThe Montana Livestock Loss Board, an attached agency of the Montana Department of Livestock, is awarding $121,313 to nine projects that intend to proactively implement measures that decrease the risk …
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What is the Economic Value of Irrigated Agriculture in Montana?
by Colter BrownAlthough only a small portion of Montana cropland is irrigated, the irrigation plays a much larger role in the overall value of the state’s crop production. According to an analysis …
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From Carcass to Case: American Lamb Shines at the Power of Meat Conference
by Andy SchwabThis week, the American Lamb Board (ALB) connected with professionals from across the retail meat industry at the 2026 Annual Meat Conference in Maryland. For U.S. sheep producers, ALB’s presence …
