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Montana Rancher Honored by SRM with Land Stewardship Award March 12, 2026
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA — Marguerite “Meg” Brack Smith, owner and operator of Fleecer Mountain Cattle Company, received the W.R. Chapline Land Stewardship Award at the Society for Range Management’s 79th Annual…
Montana Agriculture Needs Workforce Solutions and It Needs Them Now March 11, 2026
By Lesley Robinson, Montana Cattle Producer and President of the Montana Stockgrowers Association Montana agriculture depends on a reliable workforce to remain productive, competitive, and sustainable. Yet, across our state,…
Middle East Tensions Raise Spring Planting Concerns March 10, 2026
Key Takeaways American farmers are entering the 2026 spring planting season amid geopolitical tensions involving Iran and nearby Persian Gulf countries, which adds uncertainty to global energy and fertilizer markets.…
Today’s Grain Market Update March 9, 2026
As was wildly expected, crude oil (and related energy markets) jumped drastically again on the Sunday open, with oil hitting the highest level seen since the first half of 2022…
Today’s Livestock Market Update March 9, 2026
The livestock complex endured a challenging day as there was a tremendous amount of pressure driving the contracts lower. LIVE CATTLE: It was a grim day for the live cattle…
Dale McCall Receives Highest National Farmers Union Honor March 9, 2026
National Farmers Union (NFU) honored Dr. Dale McCall of Colorado and Joe Logan of Ohio with awards for Meritorious Service to Farmers Union and to American Agriculture, the highest honor…
Gov. Gianforte, Forest Service Chief Announce Shared Forest Management Landscapes in Montana March 6, 2026
Governor Greg Gianforte and The Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation (DNRC) today in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service announced the selection of two priority landscapes in Montana…
Montana Livestock Loss Board Announces Livestock Loss Prevention Grant Recipients March 6, 2026
The Montana Livestock Loss Board, an attached agency of the Montana Department of Livestock, is awarding $121,313 to nine projects that intend to proactively implement measures that decrease the risk…
Cattle Fax CEO Randy Blach Talks About What to Watch for in 2026 March 6, 2026
2025 was a record setting year for many cattle prices despite headwinds and unforeseen challenges. Looking ahead, those uncertain times are likely going to continue into 2026 as the unprecedented…
What is the Economic Value of Irrigated Agriculture in Montana? March 6, 2026
Although only a small portion of Montana cropland is irrigated, the irrigation plays a much larger role in the overall value of the state’s crop production. According to an analysis…

Iran’s new supreme leader delivers first message, declares Strait of Hormuz will remain closed

Armed suspect is killed after ramming vehicle into Michigan synagogue; no others hurt

Global Entry service restarts amid ongoing DHS funding standoff

IEA approves release of emergency oil reserves, will supply 400M barrels to global markets