In a single guidance document from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Trump administration on Monday essentially wiped away the stated reason why equipment companies restrict farmers and independent repair …
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American Prairie Challenges BLM’s Revocation of Bison Grazing Permits
by Colter BrownAmerican Prairie has challenged a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) decision that revokes grazing permits used by the group’s bison herd in north-central Montana. The federal agency’s January decision reversed its …
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CattleFax Outlook Signals Cycle Turning as Strong Demand Meets Tight Supplies
by Colter BrownThe popular CattleFax Outlook Seminar, held as part of CattleCon 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee, shared expert market and weather analysis today. “The U.S. cattle and beef industry enters 2026 with …
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) today announced its 2026 policy priorities following approval by the organization’s Executive Committee at CattleCon 2026. NCBA’s focus centers on policies that directly impact …
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There’s a new number one on the list of the nation’s largest landowners in the United States. If you don’t recognize the name Stan Kroenke, you’re likely familiar with at …
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2026 Miss Rodeo Montana Royalty Crowned at Montana ProRodeo Circuit Finals
by Colter BrownThe Miss Rodeo Montana Pageant Council (MRMPC) crowned the 2026 Royalty during the Montana ProRodeo Finals. In March of 2025, the newly formed MRMPC held a double pageant for the …
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Ag State Lawmakers Propose an Additional $15-17B in Economic Aid to Farmers
by Colter BrownCongress has quickly engaged in putting together potential aid packages for farmers that would more than double the Trump administration’s $12 billion under the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program. Politico …
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New Directors Appointed to Montana Wheat and Barley Committee
by Colter BrownThe Montana Wheat and Barley Committee (MWBC) has announced the appointment of Jim Bjelland of Conrad, MT, and Logan Anderson of Chester, MT, as its newest board members, bringing experience …
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Farmer Bridge Assistance Program: Details on $11 Billion in Aid
by Colter BrownLow commodity prices, elevated input costs and ongoing market uncertainty have many farmers facing another year of negative or near-break-even returns. The Trump administration’s $12 billion in economic assistance for …
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Montana Farm Bureau Captures National Awards During American Farm Bureau Convention
by Colter BrownAnaheim, CA—The Montana Farm Bureau Federation captured the Pinnacle Award in their membership group during the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 107th Convention in Anaheim, California. The Pinnacle Award is the highest …
