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Agricultural producers in Montana who have not yet completed their crop acreage reports after planting should make an appointment with their U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) service center before the applicable deadline. “Many USDA programs require producers to file an accurate crop acreage report by the applicable deadline,” said State Executive Director in Montana Maureen Wicks. “Once planting is complete, call your local FSA office to make an appointment to report your acreage. Our FSA staff can assist produ...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting nominations for county committee members for elections that will occur later this year. Additionally, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is unveiling a new GIS tool to make it easier for producers to participate in the nomination and election processes for county committee members, who make important decisions on how federal farm programs are administered locally. All nomination forms for the 2023 election must be postmarked or received in the local FSA office by Aug. 1, 2023. ...
Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) submitted public comments to the Department of Interior and the Bureau of Land Management on their proposed Conservation and Landscape Health rule that will lock up swaths of public land for “conservation leases.” “This rule is just another example of the Biden Administration weaponizing the government to appease radical environmentalists at the expense of the people of Montana,” said Rep. Rosendale. “This expansive rule will limit recreation, timber, grazing, and important energy development on public la...
The Ranchers Stewardship Alliance (RSA) is proud to announce that Mike Borgreen, a dedicated biologist and current acting field manager from the Glasgow Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has been awarded the 2023 RSA Gold Star Award for his exceptional contributions to conservation and land stewardship. The RSA Gold Star Award is presented annually to individuals who demonstrate outstanding commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible land management practices in the ranching...
The Farmer’s Share of the food dollar remains low, according to numbers released by National Farmers Union ahead of the Fourth of July. The 2023 numbers for the Farmer’s Share of the food dollar for several items typically served at a Fourth of July cookout highlight why NFU’s work to improve Fairness for Farmers is crucial to the success of family farms and ranches. “Year after year we’re seeing a troubling trend of farmers earning less and less of the dollars that Americans spend at the grocery store,” said NFU President Rob Larew. “Whe...
On June 22, United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai announced the United States and the Republic of India have agreed to terminate six outstanding disputes at the World Trade Organization. Furthermore, India agreed to remove retaliatory tariffs on certain U.S. ag products, including chickpeas, lentils, almonds, walnuts, and apples, marking a big win for Montana Agriculture. “These tariff cuts will restore and expand market opportunities for U.S. agricultural producers and manufacturers. The resolution also maintains the integrity of t...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of June 29 show 1,021 cattle, 800 cows and 150 bulls sold. Cows and bulls were higher. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $117; canner and cutter cows $75 to $95; bulls $120 to $136, with the top selling for $139. The Glasgow Stockyards will be having an auction on Thursday, July 6. Please call in consignments....
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of June 15 show 804 cattle sold with cows and bulls steady. Utility and commercial cows brought in $93 to $107; canner and cutter cows $75 to $95; young feeding/turnout cows - no test; bulls brought in $115 to $134. The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of June 22 show 646 cattle sold with cows and bulls fully steady. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $108.50, top $112; canner and cutter cows $83 to $95; bulls $115 to $134 and two to six-year old cow/calf pairs $2800 to...
Farmers and ranchers can use the Farm Loan Discovery Tool on farmers.gov to find information on USDA farm loans that may best fit their operations. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) offers a variety of loan options to help farmers finance their operations. From buying land to financing the purchase of equipment, FSA loans can help. USDA conducted field research in eight states, gathering input from farmers and FSA farm loan staff to better understand their needs and challenges. How the Tool Works Farmers who are looking for financing options t...
4-H Camp was June 13-15. Michael Ketchum, Linden Holt, and Zora Holt chose to be counselors. Nikiyah Jones, Ryan Jones, A'aligha Jones, Broc McColly, and Kort Strommen attended as campers. A grand time was had by all. We had our annual Rabies Clinic on June 17. N. Jones, R. Jones, A. Jones, Strommen, Cienna Stommen, M. Ketchum, L. Holt and Z. Holt all attended. Dr. Rose Stoneberg kindly volunteered to vaccinate the animals for us. The clinic was conducted by Maxwell Herd Health, but Dr. Patty...
Joining a group of western governors, Governor Greg Gianforte on June 15 opposed a proposed rule by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) which would alter the use of BLM lands to the detriment of recreation, livestock grazing, responsible resource development, and public access. The proposed rule seeks to define “conservation” as a use within the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, which requires BLM to manage its lands on the basis of multiple use and sustained yield. In a letter to U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland with five wes...
USDA in Montana reminds agricultural producers of important Farm Service Agency (FSA) program dates. Contact your local service center to apply and with any questions. Visit online at farmers.gov and fsa.usda.gov/mt. July 14: ERP Phase 2 application period ends. To view information about ERP Phase 2, go to the Emergency Relief Program website. For more information on payment calculations, payment limitations or how to determine allowable gross revenue, please reference the ERP Phase 2 fact sheet. You can also read the News Release that was...
Agricultural producers and landowners in Montana interested in conservation opportunities for their land in exchange for yearly rental payments can find many possibilities through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Continuous Conservation Reserve Program (Continuous CRP). This option offers conservation benefits similar to others, like General and Grassland CRP, but also offers unique flexibility and several program choices. “Creating sound conservation and climate-smart options for the agricultural community are top priorities for us,...
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will kick off the biennial hunting season-setting process earlier to allow for more public engagement and greater transparency. Public involvement will begin in June and end in November. In the past, public involvement happened primarily in December and January. FWP will conduct scoping meetings around the state from June 15 to July 15. FWP staff will look to hunters to provide broad input on regulation changes they’d like to see. Staff will also look for feedback on a few specific proposals. These scoping meeting...
U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development in Montana State Director Kathleen Williams announced on June 12 an investment of more than $47 million in two telephone cooperatives that will bring affordable high-speed internet connection to rural residents, farmers, business owners, and educational institutions across six Montana counties. “Internet access is a necessity for Montanans to participate in the many needs and opportunities online in education, health care, business, keeping in touch with loved ones, and more,” said Williams. “At...
Montana Department of Agriculture and Montana State University Extension were recently announced as partners in a $30 million U.S. Department of Agriculture effort to establish a regional center to create opportunities for food producers and increase food security. Co-led by Colorado State University and Oregon State University, the new Northwest and Rocky Mountain Food Business Center is part of a larger effort nationwide, for which the USDA announced $400 million in funding last September. “This funding represents a great opportunity to b...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of June 1 show 282 cattle sold with cows and bulls steady to strong. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $115.50; canner and cutter cows $80 to $95; young feeding/turnout cows $112 to $187; bulls $125 to $140; four to six year old pairs $2,650 to $3,050 (black and red cows with Char. cross calves at side). Thursday, June 8, 15, and 22 will be the All Class Cattle Auctions. Saturday, June 17, Glasgow, Mont., Newton Warehouse Auction 72’ x 165’ storage building on 1.24 acres. Thursday and...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of May 25 show 527 cattle sold with cows and bulls steady to strong. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $112; canner and cutter cows $80 to $95; young feeding/turnout cows $112 to $183; bulls $115 to $133; four to six year old pairs $2,425 to $2,850 (black and red cows with Char. cross calves at side). Thursday, June 1, is the Cow/Calf Pair Special and All Class Cattle Auction. Friday, June 2 is the catalog deadline for first Northern Video Auction of the Season. With the outstanding...
The Western Valley 4-H Club held our May meeting and annual Theony Cemetery clean-up on May 19. Michael Ketchum, Linden Holt, Cooper Albus, Broc McColly, and I were the only members able to make it. LaMae and Steve Lacock joined us and fed us after the clean-up. Historically, the cemetery has suffered from a cactus infestation, but over the years we have been able to cut back on the cactus quite a bit. As usual, our May meeting was rather unorganized, due to the absence of our President, Vice...
The Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) made a special delivery to the Governor’s office in the Montana Capitol May 17 to celebrate National Beef Month. MSGA delivered a platter of Reminisce Angus Beef ribeye steaks for the Governor and first lady to enjoy. “May is a great month to share the story of beef production. We are excited to celebrate ranchers who work hard each day to raise and care for cattle while preserving the land and environment, all while feeding the world,” MSGA Executive Vice President Raylee Honeycutt. “We hope the Gia...
USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) has provided additional flexibilities and further enhanced disaster recovery assistance provided by the Emergency Assistance for Livestock Honeybees, and Farm-raised Fish Program (ELAP), Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) and Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) in response to needs expressed by livestock producers in the western U.S. who have experienced significant feed, forage, animal and infrastructure loss from preexisting, long-term drought conditions further compounded by unprecedented snowfall and w...
A new resolution was signed into law on May 12 that will designate the first week of April as Montana Soil Health Week and the first Wednesday in April as Montana Soil Health Day. The weeklong celebration is designed to raise awareness about how healthy soils can increase crop yields, strengthen food security, create greater climate resiliency, and improve nutrition. Soil Health Day and Week will also provide an opportunity to highlight the work of farmers, ranchers, gardeners, agencies, and organizations that are stewarding soil health across...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of May 11 shows 622 cattle sold with cows and bulls steady. Utility and commercial cows brought in $90 to $101; canner and cutter cows $80 to $90; young feeding/turnout cows $100 to $165.50; bulls $110 to $123 and first calf heifer pairs $2,600 to $3,250. Koenig Ranch 14th Annual Production Auction, hosted by Francis and Arley Koenig, of Winnett, Mont., was held. Forty-one two-year-old Red Angus bulls sold for an average of $4,683; with the top bull selling for $8,000 and the top 10 average was...
The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is reminding agricultural producers to respond to the 2022 Census of Agriculture by June 1, 2023. Taken only once every five years by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), the census provides a complete count of U.S. farms and ranches and the people who operate them. The Census of Agriculture covers land use and ownership, operator characteristics, production practices, income, and expenditures, and more. Census data includes all...
USDA in Montana reminds agricultural producers of important Farm Service Agency (FSA) program dates. Contact your local service center to apply and with any questions. Visit online at farmers.gov and fsa.usda.gov/mt. May 26, 2023: USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is accepting applications for grants until May 26, 2023, to fund Montana projects that could stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. May 31, 2023: Crop year 2022 Final Marketing Assistance Loan (MAL)/Loan D...