By Daniel Munch, Economist – AFBF Agricultural land values increased by $200 an acre over last year, according to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. The Land Values 2024 Summary report, released …
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Ag News Stories
New Weather Monitoring Tool Designed for Montana’s Farmers and Ranchers
by Brett McRaeNew Weather Monitoring Tool Benefits Montana’s Farmers and Ranchers By Brett McRae, Northern Ag Network Montana’s agricultural community is set to benefit from a groundbreaking tool designed to provide crucial …
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From the Sand County Foundation Heaton Ranches of McKenzie has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 North Dakota Leopold Conservation Award®. The award honors ranchers, farmers, and forestland …
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From the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association WASHINGTON (July 24, 2024) – Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) and Public Lands Council (PLC) issued statements following the House passage of …
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In June, the Montana Department of Agriculture and the Montana Pulse Crop Committee traveled to Colombia to support demand for Montana pulses such as lentils, chickpeas and peas. Colombia is …
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From MSU Extension Soil acidification can cause misshapen roots that lack functionality, resulting in stunted and unthrifty plants; this is true of all crops. It can affect an entire field, …
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WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Public Lands Coalition Files Lawsuit Against BLM Rule
by Brett McRaeFrom the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association WASHINGTON (July 18, 2024) – Leaders of national organizations representing those who utilize our nation’s public lands have joined together to file a lawsuit …
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Pictured L to R: Alexa Smieja from Belgrade, Grace Mosher – Reporter from Shepherd, Ryan Bal – Sentinel from Park City, Emma Lou Slivka – Secretary from Winifred, Sierra Mauland …
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Bozeman, Montana—Since 2011, the Montana Farm Bureau Young Farmer and Rancher Hoofin’ it for Hunger Run has raised $87,000 for the Montana Food Bank Network. This year the run will …
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More than 190 4-H members from across the state visited Montana State University last week for the Montana 4-H Congress, an annual event offering competitive events, workshops, entertainment and social …