Montana Grain Growers Association Announces Resignation of Executive Vice President

April 3, 2026 - The Montana Grain Growers Association (MGGA) announces the resignation of Executive Vice President Alison Vergeront. Her decision to step down comes after several years of dedicated se...

Propane Offers Stability and Savings for Farmers Facing Rising Energy Costs

April 3, 2026 - As challenges continue to mount across farm country—from rising input costs to low commodity prices—many producers are searching for ways to cut expenses and improve efficiency. One so...

USDA: USFS Headquarters Moving to Salt Lake City

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Forest Service announced it will move its headquarters to Salt Lake City, Utah, and begin a sweeping restructuring of the agency to move leadership closer t...

Rollins: Limited Border Reopening Strategy Plans Shaping Up

At a recent Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers meeting, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins said conversations are intensifying about a limited border reopening strategy to allow Mexican c...

Impact of Fertilizer and Fuel Prices on Planting Intentions is Real

April 1, 2026 - On Tuesday, USDA did its best to provide a clearer picture of the supply and demand situation as we head into the 2026 planting season. We got the March 1 Grain Stocks report to help f...

ASI Names Mike Michener as Executive Director

March 31, 2026 - The American Sheep Industry Association (ASI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Michener as its new Executive Director.

EPA Takes Action on DEF Failures—Here’s What It Means for Farmers

March 31, 2026 - Farmers frustrated with diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) shutdowns may see fewer breakdowns under new EPA guidance, though the agency's new guidance on DEF stopped short of eliminating the...

Spring Nutrition and Early Planning Critical for Cow-Calf Success

March 31, 2026 - As livestock producers transition from winter into spring, nutrition management is taking center stage—especially for cow-calf operators in the middle of calving season and preparing...

Colorado Ag Labor 60-hour Overtime Threshold Bill Moves On

Simpson offered a recent USDA publication listing Colorado as the leading the nation in farm losses due to factors including climate, input costs, and increased labor costs. He said those challenges a...

Leaders in DC for Great American Ag Celebration

President Donald Trump addressed a gathering of farmers and ranchers on the South Lawn of the White House during the Great American Agriculture Celebration. Trump said many groups come to his office m...