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Protecting your Livestock from Harsh Weather Conditions

1/20/2021 10:04:11 AM

As the year winds down and we head into January, the temperatures reach their lowest points and snow and ice storms welcome us in the New Year. Farmers and ranchers know that extreme weather can be especially dangerous for livestock. Minimize your risk and protect your herd with these helpful tips.

ACE Graduates Praise Program

1/20/2021 9:12:00 AM

Each class member gave a 10-minute presentation that described how they would take the resources and skills learned through their time in the program and implement them in their own communities and county Farm Bureaus.

Montana Farm Bureau congratulates members appointed to state boards

1/19/2021 5:34:17 PM

With agriculture being Montana’s number-one industry, it’s essential that leaders appointed to committees be understanding of agricultural issues. The Montana Farm Bureau is proud to see several of its member leaders appointed by Governor Greg Gianforte to boards of selected committees.

Farm Bureau Establishes 2021 Policies

1/19/2021 9:50:41 AM

Farmer and rancher delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 102nd Virtual Annual Convention adopted policies to guide the organization’s work in 2021. Key topics ranged from farm diversity to farm labor and dairy policy to livestock marketing.

Choteau rancher competes in national Discussion Meet

1/15/2021 10:42:33 AM

Whether the discussion was about trade, big data or climate and weather risks, Choteau rancher Karli Johnson provided knowledgeable insight and showed collaborative skills during the Young Farmers and Ranchers Discussion Meet.

Montana Farm Bureau receives national excellence awards

1/14/2021 1:06:51 PM

These awards are presented to state Farm Bureaus that demonstrate outstanding achievement in four program areas based on membership category size. These included Advocacy; Engagement and Outreach; Leadership and Business Development and Membership Value.

Safety tips for new rural residents to Montana

1/11/2021 12:57:34 PM

With new people moving to Montana, and many rural areas of the Treasure State experiencing growth, it’s essential to promote basic information regarding rural (and not-so-rural) road safety.

Montana Legislative Session off to a different start in 2021

1/11/2021 10:15:00 AM

In our first weekly Boots on the Hill column, we’ll outline how you can participate in the 67th Legislative Session and how you can keep in touch with MFBF and up to date on session information.

Putting a Period on the 2020 Elections

1/8/2021 2:47:00 PM

To put a period on the 2020 elections, I will give you an idea of what drove the votes and what we can expect in the upcoming months and years under a new administration with some key takeaways from the presidential election.

National Poll Shows COVID-19 Taking Heavy Toll on Farmers’ Mental Health

1/8/2021 12:17:10 PM

A strong majority of farmers/farmworkers say the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their mental health, and more than half say they are personally experiencing more mental health challenges than they were a year ago, according to a new American Farm Bureau poll.