The American Farm Bureau Federation called on USDA to take steps to ensure America’s farmers continue to have access to crucial fertilizer supplies. AFBF submitted comments on USDA’s “Request for…
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House Ag Chairman to Introduce Bill to Help Small Family Farmers and Ranchers
by Andy SchwabHouse Ag Chairman David Scott (D-GA) announced this week that he will be introducing legislation to help small family farmers and ranchers and address the national crisis in our nation’s…
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Wheat Growers Respond to Recommendation of Breaching Lower Snake River Dams
by Colter BrownFarmers in the Pacific Northwest would lose a critical barge shipping route if the federal government follows through on a pair of reports released by the White House this week.…
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting offers for more than 3.1 million acres from agricultural producers and private landowners through this year’s Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) Grassland Signup,…
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The nation’s largest food distributor is accusing the big 4 meat packers of fixing prices and manipulating markets. Sysco has filed a lawsuit against Cargill, JBS, Tyson and National Beef,…
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National Western Stock Show Names Jennifer Boka Director of Livestock Operations
by Colter BrownThe National Western Stock Show has named Jennifer Boka of Dillon, MT as Director of Livestock Operations. Boka comes to her new role with the National Western Stock Show with…
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When there is work to be done there is work to be done regardless of the weather. Often, the tasks that farmers and ranchers are faced with are pressing, time-sensitive,…
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Sustainable Oils Working with Montana Farmers to Increase Camelina Acres
by Colter BrownMontana farmers are always interested in new crops that will fit both agronomically and economically within a cereal crop rotation. One crop that is starting to build interest again is…
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U.S. beef exports set new volume and value records in May, topping $1 billion for the fourth time this year, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the…
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Opinion: Biden’s Burden on America’s Farms Only Worsens Food Crisis
by Colter Brownby House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Glenn “GT” Thompson The global food supply is in crisis, and the worst is yet to come. The world’s most vulnerable communities are feeling…