U.S. Senator Jon Tester held three in-person, public Farm Bill listening sessions in eastern Montana last week to hear directly from ag producers, community leaders, and local officials in preparation…
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Governor Gianforte Directs FWP To Develop New Wolf Management Plan
by Colter BrownHELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today directed Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) to develop a new wolf management plan for the state. “Given the public and legislature’s engagement…
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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and longtime NBA player Blake Griffin are among some of the big-name athletes who are investing in Iowa farmland. They’ve joined up with more than…
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Montana Dog Named Runner-Up in Farm Bureau’s Farm Dog of the Year Contest
by Colter BrownSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, January 8, 2023 – Fez, a Border Collie/Australian Shepherd trained and owned by Lexie Coniglione from Glasgow, Montana, was named runner-up/western region in the 2023 Farm…
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Montana Farm Bureau Captures Prestigious Awards at National Convention
by Colter BrownMontana Farm Bureau has captured the prestigious Pinnacle Award, the highest honor a state Farm Bureau can be awarded for program and membership achievement. MFBF President Cyndi Johnson received the…
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American Farm Bureau Signs Right to Repair Memorandum of Understanding with John Deere
by Colter BrownSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, January 8, 2023 – The American Farm Bureau Federation and John Deere signed a memorandum of understanding today that ensures farmers’ and ranchers’ right to repair…
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U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the Biden-Harris Administration is investing $9.6 million across the country and taking several other steps to help farmers, ranchers, processors…
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American Lamb Board Anticipating Meat Trends for 2023
by Colter Brown“As we look toward a new year, understanding the overarching trends happening in five key areas can help you anticipate your customers’ needs and keep meat in the mix,” according…
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In a time of volatility, managing risk remains a priority for farmers and ranchers, and new analysis from the American Farm Bureau Federation examines several farm bill risk management tools…
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Major Fast Food Restaurant Chains Allege Price Fixing By Packers
by Colter BrownThe nation’s largest beef packers are facing a growing number of antitrust lawsuits alleging a conspiracy to fix prices, as five more complaints were filed in a federal court in…