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 By For the Courier    AG    August 2, 2023

Glasgow Stockyards Market Report

There was no auction at Glasgow Stockyards for the week of July 27, but they just ended four days in Billings at the Northern Livestock Summertime Classic Video Auction. Prices were higher than the last peak in 2014. If you still have cattle to...

 

Ranchers Benefit From Fencing Projects With Ranchers Stewardship Alliance

There's been entire books written on the history of fencing in the West. The evolution of barbed wire, the impact fences had on the landscapes, and the range wars that ensued when fences first went...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 26, 2023

Glasgow Stockyards Market Report

The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards for July 20 show 385 cattle sold with cows steady with last test on July 6 and bulls steady to higher with last test on July 6. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $112; canner and cutter cows...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 19, 2023

MDA Reminds Producers That Montana State Hail Insurance Is Available for Purchase

In light of storms throughout the state, the Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is reminding producers that applications for State Hail Insurance Policy are available through MDA’s State Hail Insurance Program. Producers can insure crops...

 
 By USDA    AG    July 19, 2023

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. July 26, 2023: ODMAP signup...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 19, 2023

Glasgow Stockyards Market Report

The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards for July 6 show 147 cattle sold with cows and bulls steady on a light test. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $112; canner and cutter cows $75 to $95; and bulls $120 to $131.50. Town Weight...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 19, 2023

Farm, Forestry, Environmental and Hunger Advocates

Twenty groups representing agricultural, environmental, forestry, wildlife, nutrition and hunger advocates have launched the “Farm Bill for America’s Families: Sustaining Our Future” campaign to urge passage of the 2023 farm bill this year. Far...

 
 By USDA    AG    July 19, 2023

Non-Emergency Haying and Grazing Conservation Reserve Program

USDA reminds producers that all non-emergency haying and grazing on Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) contracts must be discussed and approved with your local FSA county office prior to starting the activity. Under no circumstances may non-emergency...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 12, 2023

Governor Gianforte Blasts BLM's Unlawful Federal Overreach With Conservation Rule

Governor Greg Gianforte on June 26 provided further opposition to a proposed rule by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) which would alter the use of BLM lands to the detriment of recreation, livestock grazing, responsible resource development, and...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 12, 2023

USDA Reminds Montana Producers To File Crop Acreage Reports

Agricultural producers in Montana who have not yet completed their crop acreage reports after planting should make an appointment with their U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) service center before the applicable...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 12, 2023

Farm Service Agency Now Accepting Nominations for Farmers And Ranchers To Serve On Local County Committees

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting nominations for county committee members for elections that will occur later this year. Additionally, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is unveiling a new GIS tool to make it easier for...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 12, 2023

Rep. Rosendale Releases Public Comments On BLM Rule

Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) submitted public comments to the Department of Interior and the Bureau of Land Management on their proposed Conservation and Landscape Health rule that will lock up swaths of public land for “conservation...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 5, 2023

Glasgow Bureau of Land Management Mike Borgreen Wins Ranchers Stewardship Alliance Gold Star Award

The Ranchers Stewardship Alliance (RSA) is proud to announce that Mike Borgreen, a dedicated biologist and current acting field manager from the Glasgow Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has been...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 5, 2023

Farmer's Share Of The Food Dollar Remains Low

The Farmer’s Share of the food dollar remains low, according to numbers released by National Farmers Union ahead of the Fourth of July. The 2023 numbers for the Farmer’s Share of the food dollar for several items typically served at a Fourth of...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 5, 2023

United States and India Agree to Lower Tariffs on Pulse Crops

On June 22, United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai announced the United States and the Republic of India have agreed to terminate six outstanding disputes at the World Trade Organization. Furthermore, India agreed to remove retaliatory...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    July 5, 2023

Glasgow Stockyards Market Report

The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of June 29 show 1,021 cattle, 800 cows and 150 bulls sold. Cows and bulls were higher. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $117; canner and cutter cows $75 to $95; bulls $120 to $136, with...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    June 28, 2023

Glasgow Stockyards Market Report

The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of June 15 show 804 cattle sold with cows and bulls steady. Utility and commercial cows brought in $93 to $107; canner and cutter cows $75 to $95; young feeding/turnout cows - no test; bulls brought in...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    June 28, 2023

Farmers.gov Feature Helps Producers Find Farm Loans that Fit Their Operation

Farmers and ranchers can use the Farm Loan Discovery Tool on farmers.gov to find information on USDA farm loans that may best fit their operations. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) offers a variety of loan options to help farmers finance their...

 
 By Zora Holt    AG    June 21, 2023

Western Valley 4-H Report

4-H Camp was June 13-15. Michael Ketchum, Linden Holt, and Zora Holt chose to be counselors. Nikiyah Jones, Ryan Jones, A'aligha Jones, Broc McColly, and Kort Strommen attended as campers. A grand...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    June 21, 2023

Governor Gianforte: Proposed BLM Rule Is a Solution in Search of a Problem

Joining a group of western governors, Governor Greg Gianforte on June 15 opposed a proposed rule by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) which would alter the use of BLM lands to the detriment of recreation, livestock grazing, responsible resource...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    June 21, 2023

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. July 14: ERP Phase 2 application...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    June 21, 2023

USDA Offers Montana Producers Many Conservation Choices with Continuous CRP

Agricultural producers and landowners in Montana interested in conservation opportunities for their land in exchange for yearly rental payments can find many possibilities through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Continuous Conservation...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    June 14, 2023

FWP's Biennial Hunting Season-Setting Process Begins In June

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will kick off the biennial hunting season-setting process earlier to allow for more public engagement and greater transparency. Public involvement will begin in June and end in November. In the past, public involvement...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    June 14, 2023

USDA Awards $47 Million in ReConnect Grants to Expand High-Speed Internet Access in Rural Montana

U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development in Montana State Director Kathleen Williams announced on June 12 an investment of more than $47 million in two telephone cooperatives that will bring affordable high-speed internet connection to rural...

 
 By For the Courier    AG    June 14, 2023

Montana Department of Agriculture and Montana State University Extension Join New USDA Regional Food Business Center Partnership

Montana Department of Agriculture and Montana State University Extension were recently announced as partners in a $30 million U.S. Department of Agriculture effort to establish a regional center to create opportunities for food producers and...

 

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