Governor Greg Gianforte today praised the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) final decision to cancel grazing permits authorizing bison grazing previously issued to the American Prairie Reserve (APR). “This final decision is …
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Montana Stockgrowers Association Sets 2026–2027 State and Federal Policy Priorities
by Andy SchwabThe Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) Board of Directors has released its 2026–2027 state and federal policy priorities following its recent board meeting, reaffirming its commitment to representing Montana’s cattle ranching …
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Montana Farm Bureau Heads to Kalispell for 2026 Summer Conference
by Colton YoungThe Montana Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) is heading to the Flathead Valley this June for its annual Summer Conference. Hosted at the Hilton Garden Inn in Kalispell, June 15–17, the …
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First Generic Sheep Parasite Drench Approved by FDA
by Andy SchwabThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first generic moxidectin oral drench for the treatment and control of internal parasites in sheep. Moxidectin Oral Drench for Sheep contains …
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Director Streit Highlights Innovation at Living Sky Grains in Three Forks
by Colter BrownTHREE FORKS, Mont. – Director of Agriculture Jillien Streit continued her focus on highlighting businesses across Montana modeling innovative practices and adding value to the state’s agricultural ecosystem where she …
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Investment in High Quality Genetics Drives Production Sales to Record Highs
by Colton YoungBy: Colton R. Young The 2025-26 production sale season has nearly wrapped up across the Northern Ag Network region. Prices for bulls and replacement females were significantly higher than year-ago …
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LMA recognizes Dusty Johnson as Friend of the Livestock Marketing Industry
by Colton YoungDuring Livestock Marketing Association’s annual D.C. Fly-In, Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-South Dakota) received the Friend of the Livestock Marketing Industry award for going above and beyond in congressional service on …
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Ground Beef Demand Surges as Supply Challenges Mount
by Colter BrownAs total beef production falls and beef prices increase to record levels, demand for ground beef increases. In 2025, a 3.6 decrease in beef production was offset by increased net …
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UW-Led Institute Releases Films Highlighting Invasive Grass Management in Carbon, Sublette Counties
by Andy SchwabThe University of Wyoming’s Institute for Managing Annual Grasses Invading Natural Ecosystems (IMAGINE) has released two short films highlighting cheatgrass management efforts in Carbon and Sublette counties. These films are …
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DOJ, USDA Intensify Scrutiny of Meatpackers Amid Ongoing Antitrust Probe
by Colter BrownFederal officials say their investigation into the nation’s largest meatpackers is gaining momentum, with new emphasis on market concentration and its impact on cattle producers. Speaking at a joint press …
