Western Ag Network Hosts Fireside Chat As Farmers Attend Crop Classic in Great Falls

November 29, 2023

This week the Montana Grain Growers Association is hosting its 68th Annual Convention in partnership with the Northern Pulse Growers Association here in Great Falls. From farm policy and educational sessions to networking over a cold beer made with Montana barley, Crop Classic 23 is must attend event for Montana's agriculture industry.

This On the Road Feature is sponsored by Torgerson's Equipment.

Guests include:

Steve Sheffels-MGGA Secretary from Great Falls

Klayton Lohr-MGGA Treasurer from Shelby

Boyd Heilig-MGGA Vice President from Moore

Nathan Keane-MGGA President from Loma

Tryg Koch-MGGA Past President from Kalispell

Watch the entire interview with conversation below:

Source: Western Ag Network, InsideRadio

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