Opinion

USDA Market News reports will increase transparency in market place

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As a result of President Biden’s Executive Order on Promoting Competition in the American Economy, the USDA has announced that beginning in early August it would issue two new USDA Market News reports based on Livestock Mandatory Reporting Data. This data will provide transparency into the formula cattle trades, enhance price discovery and help promote fair and competitive cattle markets.

Please get vaccinated and wear a mask, nurses association asks

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Montana Nurses Association is the recognized leader and advocate for the professional nurse in Montana, representing over 3,000 RN (registered nurse) and APRN (advanced practice registered nurse) members. MNA promotes professional nursing practice, standards, and education; represents professional nurses; and provides nursing leadership in promoting high quality healthcare.

Biden had to make a tough choice

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Health care providers support vaccination

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Government loves war

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Stress management important for ag producers

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I write this as a primary care provider who focuses on mental health as an integral part of our overall well-being. As the farmer’s daughter, I continue to enjoy helping when I can on the family farm, and love raising our kids around agriculture. My 1-year-old has a perfect tractor imitation, and my 4- and 7-year-olds love nothing more than a day in the field with their lunchboxes in hand. We look forward to brandings and helping our cousins feed 4-H animals.

Farm to school culture has arrived

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Not often do we consider the possibilities that emerge from a school cafeteria.

Physicians lead by example

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Health care professionals educate their patients

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Unthinkable shame has fallen upon the U.S.

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