Northern Ag Top Stories
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As farmers wait for an announcement of another aid package, critics of current tariff policies continue to try to rally support for expanding markets and mitigating some of the damage …
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BOZEMAN, MT – The Montana Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) is set to host its 106th Annual Convention from November 17-20, 2025, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Missoula. This year’s …
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After nearly three decades of leadership, American Sheep Industry Association (ASI) Executive Director Peter Orwick has announced he will step away from his role on November 7. Orwick, who joined …
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HELENA, Mont. – The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is announcing the opening of the FY2026 funding cycle for the Growth Through Agriculture (GTA) Program. Montanans interested in innovating or …
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celebrated its 100th anniversary, the fraternity marked the milestone by inducting its newest Hall of Fame member: Jim Peterson. The recognition not only honors Peterson’s contributions to agriculture and public …
It was an incredible day for the cattle contracts as support rallied the contracts higher through the week’s end despite the fact that the equity markets still closed lower. From
| Fed Steers Live | Dressed Basis |
| +2 to 3 $231 - 235 | +2 to 3 $358 - 362 |
Row-crop markets fell sharply Friday, led by accelerated selling in the soybean complex after a series of escalations regarding trade between the U.S. and China. It began on Thursday with
| Local 12% Winter | Local 14% Spring |
| -7 3.57 - 4.27 | -5 4.72 - 5.13 |
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More Northern Ag Top Stories
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When Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks relocates a large predator it is required to communicate this to local and tribal governments under a new law that went into effect Oct. …
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For most of the country, farmers face a difficult farm economy – as crop prices continue to decline and production expenses remain high. Strong yields provide little relief and imbalance …
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Montana Stockgrowers Foundation (MSF) is pleased to announce the launch of its Explore Agriculture Classroom Grant which supports Montana educators who incorporate agriculture into their curriculum with up to $500 …
Commentary
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by Walter Schweitzer Article 1 of the Constitution vests in Congress the sole authority to appropriate money. Each year, Congress and the President are required to pass 12 appropriations bills …
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by Lesley Robinson, President – Montana Stockgrowers Association As a cattle rancher in Phillips County, I understand the challenges of running a family-owned ranch and why it’s important for family-owned …
