Agriculture

Calving, lambing continue to progress

Cooler temperatures and minimal moisture were observed across the state of Montana last week, according to the Mountain Regional Field Office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, USDA.

MT Department of Agriculture reminds Montanans to sow safe seeds

As people across the state gear up to plant their gardens this spring, the Montana Department of Agriculture is reminding growers about the importance of buying and planting seeds from licensed seed dealers to protect against invasive species and plant diseases.

Family farm dairy bloc voting

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Can you imagine being a member of a group in which your vote counts, but you can’t cast your own ballot?

Grazing accessibility down slightly from the previous week

Cooler temperatures and scattered moisture were observed across the state of Montana last week, according to the Mountain Regional Field Office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, USDA. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, approximately 88% of Montana is abnormally dry or in a current state of drought, with about 28% of the state in severe to exceptional drought.

‘Communicating for the Farm’ webinar series offered

Montana State University Extension Pondera County and Purdue Extension, Bartholomew County are teaming up on a webinar series dedicated to helping improve agriculture communication skills.

Bill allows state-inspected meat sales across state lines

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The Montana House of Representatives sent a bill to Governor Greg Gianforte’s desk on April 28 that would allow state-inspected Montana meat to be sold across state lines. Rep. Brandon Ler (R-Savage) sponsored House Bill 336 and said the bill was a response to the pandemic.

Virtual Farm Fair features Montana’s farms and ranches

Last year’s Montana Farm Bureau Virtual Farm Fair was so well received that the state’s largest agricultural organization is again holding their Virtual Farm Fair April 26-30. The Virtual Farm Fair features lively videos from Farm Bureau members’ farms and ranches. Although the videos are directed toward a fourth-grade learning level, they are appropriate, fun and educational for all ages, even for parents. These farm-fresh videos offer corresponding activities and lesson plans.

Moisture conditions continue to worsen

Cooler temperatures were observed and minimal moisture was received across the state of Montana, according to the Mountain Regional Field Office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, USDA.

Agriculture embraces sustainability for Earth Day

Farmers and ranchers across Montana celebrated Earth Day, April 22, by doing what they do every day; farming and ranching. Whether shipping cattle to fresh grass or tilling a field to grow grain, farmers and ranchers are not only feeding their neighbors, this country and even the world, but are doing so in a sustainable manner.

County Ambassadors find ways to give back

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The Fergus/Petroleum County 4-H Ambassadors have been working hard, giving back to their community.