The Wyoming Department of Agriculture and the University of Wyoming Extension, in partnership with the Rocky Mountain Farmers Union, are hosting a Wyoming Agricultural Stress Symposium on November 13 and …
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Montana State Researcher Examines How Rangelands Respond to Heat and Drought Stress
BOZEMAN – As the climate in the American West becomes increasingly arid and drought stress becomes more common, agricultural producers are seeking to understand how crops weather those warmer and …
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Profits for Backgrounded Calves Penciling Out Very High
by Colter BrownWhile dry conditions have been an issue for many producers in 2024, ample carryover hay supplies and solid forage production early in the season is resulting in lower feed costs …
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On Thursday, October 24, the Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) confirmed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a Flathead County backyard flock. This is Montana’s 25th detection linked to the ongoing …
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For ranchers looking to increase output from their herds, several modern means to improve efficiency and profit are available. Whether running a cow-calf, stocker, or feeder operation, these opportunities often …
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Washington, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Harriet Hageman introduced the Protecting Agricultural Spaces Through Effective Ranching Strategies (PASTURES) Act which will safeguard landowners with property adjacent to federally leased land from …
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Federally inspected cattle harvest has been variable in the month of October. Specific to fed cattle, the month started strong with a 498,000 weekly total. The second week was a …
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Lund’s B Bar Angus Joins Montana Historical Society Centennial Farm and Ranch Register
by Colter BrownThe Montana Historical Society (MTHS) recently welcomed Lund’s B Bar Angus Ranch in Wibaux County to the Centennial Farm and Ranch register. Randy Lund and his siblings surprised their mother …
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Flathead Valley Farmer Tryg Koch Recognized as 2024 MSU Outstanding Ag Leader
by Colter BrownEach year, the Montana State University College of Ag awards one of its highest honors to someone in the Montana agricultural community who inspires the respect of their peers and …
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Now in its third year, the University of Wyoming’s Lamb-a-Year program saw 126 lambs donated by 23 different producers. The total head count is up 19 lambs from last year …
