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Rotunda Roundup From Montana Farmers Union
The following is a weekly update of Montana Farmers Union involvement in the 2023 Legislature. MFU is the state’s largest and oldest grassroots farm advocacy organization representing family farms, and has worked more than 100 years on behalf of...
Glasgow Stockyards Market Report
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of March 23, show 562 cattle sold. Cows and bulls steady. Utility and commercial cows brought in $90 to $104, top $108; canner & cutter cows $75 to $90; young feeding/turnout cows $110 to $157; bulls...
USDA Awards More Than $2.3 Million In Grants To Support Montana Agricultural Producers
In 2022, 17 agricultural producers across Montana received more than $2.3 million in direct funds through USDA Rural Development’s Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) program which helps businesses generate new products, create, and expand marketing...
Valley County 4-H Makes Blankets For Valley County Law Enforcement
Members of Valley County 4-H came together on Dec. 29 to make tie quilts for Valley County Law Enforcement. Under the direction of Bobbie Britzman, members cut and tied around the edges of fleece to...
Western Valley 4-H Report
The Western Valley 4-H Club held our March meeting on March 5. Secretary Linden Holt asked the roll call question of "How many monkeys does it take to change a light bulb?" We had answers ranging...
Governor Gianforte Proclaims March Montana Agriculture Month
Governor Greg Gianforte on March 7 proclaimed March 2023 Montana Agriculture Month to honor and celebrate the state’s agriculture industry, farmers and ranchers, and their contributions to the Montana way of life and the world. In his proclamation,...
Raw and Real: Montana Ranch Families Share Succession Stories
It’s emotional. It’s financial. It’s pivotal. And it often gets put on the back burner. Data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Agricultural Statistics Service reports that family-owned farms and ranches account for 97 percent of...
Rotunda Roundup From Montana Farmers Union
The following is a weekly update of Montana Farmers Union involvement in the 2023 Legislature. MFU is the state’s largest and oldest grassroots farm advocacy organization representing family farms, and has worked more than 100 years on behalf of...
Glasgow Stockyards Market Report
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of March 2, show 2,213 cattle sold. Cows and bulls steady. Utility and commercial cows brought in $80 to $98; canner and cutter cows $65 to $80; young feeding/turnout cows $90 to $134; and bulls $100...
Montana FSA Program Dates/Deadlines
USDA in Montana reminds agricultural producers of important Farm Service Agency (FSA) program dates. Contact your local service center to apply and with any questions. Visit online at farmers.gov and fsa.usda.gov/mt. March 1, 2023: Deadline to reques...
Glasgow Stockyards Market Report
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of Feb. 16 show 335 cattle sold with cows and bulls higher. Utility and commercial cows brought in $85 to $106, top $108; canner and cutter cows $85; young feeding/turnout cows no test and one bull...
Lucky Clover 4-H Meeting
The Lucky Clover 4-H club met at the seniors center Feb. 19. We discussed the dates of the Fair and Horse Show. The Horse Show is planned to be July 27 through 29. And the Fair is planned to be August 9 through 12. We had four demonstrations after...
Montana Grain Growers Association and Montana Grains Foundation Offer Scholarships
The Montana Grain Growers Association (MGGA) and the Montana Grains Foundation (MGF) will each offer scholarships to be used for the 2023-2024 school year. MGGA will award two $1,000 scholarships to students pursuing an agricultural related degree...
Rotunda Roundup From Montana Farmers Union
The following is a weekly update of Montana Farmers Union involvement in the 2023 Legislature. MFU is the state’s largest and oldest grassroots farm advocacy organization representing family farms, and has worked more than 100 years on behalf of...
'Lead the Way in Agriculture' Is The Theme Of Ag Safety Awareness Week
County and state Farm Bureau leaders across the nation are sharing resources that will help farmers and ranchers keep safety top-of-mind through the Agricultural Safety Awareness Program. As part of t...
New Waterline Ensures Cattle Stay On The Land And Land Stays Intact
Grass is to cattle as water is to conservation. Ironically, that analogy could be shuffled in any order and still carry the same meaning. To conserve grasslands, it is critical to maintain the ability to stock pasture with cattle, and to do so, acces...
Rotunda Roundup From Montana Farmers Union
The following is a weekly update of Montana Farmers Union involvement in the 2023 Legislature. MFU is the state’s largest and oldest grassroots farm advocacy organization representing family farms, and has worked more than 100 years on behalf of Mo...
Montana Pulse Crop Committee Seeking Research Proposals
The Montana Pulse Crop Committee invites proposals for market development and educational projects designed to promote and enhance Montana’s pulse industry. The Montana Pulse Crop Research & Marketing Program aims to stimulate and expand...
2023 Montana Leopold Conservation Award Seeks Applicants
Know a Montana rancher, farmer or forestland owner who goes above and beyond in the stewardship and management of natural resources? Nominate them for the 2023 Montana Leopold Conservation Award Nominations may be submitted on behalf of a landowner,...
Landowners Have Until March 15 To Apply For FWP Public Access To Public Lands Programs
Landowners have until March 15 to submit applications to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks for enrollment in the Unlocking Public Lands (UPL) Program or the Public Access Land Agreement (PALA) Program. These programs are designed to provide recreational...
Western Valley 4-H
The Western Valley 4-H Club held our January meeting on Jan. 28. Ten members, one leader, and four parents were present. The club received four thank-you letters for fruit baskets. After the...
Montana State Announces Finalists For Agritourism And Sustainable Agriculture Program
The Montana State University College of Agriculture has announced finalists for a new leadership program focused on sustainable agriculture and agritourism. The Montana Agritourism Fellows Program will center on the goal of developing leaders to...
Rotunda Roundup From Montana Farmers Union
The following is a weekly update of Montana Farmers Union involvement in the 2023 Legislature. MFU is the state’s largest and oldest grassroots farm advocacy organization representing family farms, and has worked more than 100 years on behalf of Mo...
NILE Foundation Scholarship Program Continues
A new year brings new opportunities for youth in agriculture! The NILE Foundation is now accepting applications for scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year. For over 30 years, the NILE (Northern International Livestock Exposition) has awarded...
Raw and Real: Montana Ranch Families Share Succession Stories
It’s emotional. It’s financial. It’s pivotal. And it often gets put on the back burner. Data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Agricultural Statistics Service reports that family-owned farms and ranches account for 97 percent of...
