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National Farm Safety and Health Week slated for Sept. 20-26
From Montana Farm Bureau Federation Sept. 20-26 is National Farm Safety and Health Week. This year’s theme is “Every Farmer Counts” in recognition of America’s hard-working farmers and ranchers. Free webinars are scheduled... — Updated 9/16/2020
MFBF announces 2021 'Ag in Color' Drawing Contest
Press release Montana Farm Bureau Federation has announced its “Ag in Color” Drawing Contest, part of its Montana Youth Agriculture Literacy program. This well-established drawing contest is now open for 2021. Ag in Color... — Updated 9/9/2020
MSU researchers study how weeds become resistant to herbicides
By Reagan Colyer MSU News Service BOZEMAN - Herbicide-resistant weeds are a critical but often overlooked issue facing modern agriculture, according to Montana State University rese... — Updated 8/26/2020
USDA assists farmers, ranchers, and communities affected by recent wildfires
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today the availability of assistance for agricultural producers affected by the recent wildfires to help eligible farmers and ranchers reestablish their operations. “USD... — Updated 8/26/2020
Upcoming FSA deadlines listed
Staff and wire Montana FSA has a list of upcoming deadlines presented on its webpage at https://www.fsa.usda.gov/state-offices/Montana . The dates include: Aug. 21: Last day of CRP Soil Health and Income Protection Program... — Updated 8/19/2020
USDA announces changes to emergency haying and grazing provisions
From Montana Farm Service Agency BOZEMAN — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency announced changes for emergency haying and grazing use of acres enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program. This includes... — Updated 8/19/2020
USDA accepting applications to help cover costs for organic certification
Press release WASHINGTON — USDA’s Farm Service Agency announced Monday that organic producers and handlers can apply for federal funds to assist with the cost of receiving and maintaining organic certification through the... — Updated 8/12/2020
USDA announces more eligible commodities for CFAP
From Montana Farm Service Agency U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced Tuesday that additional commodities are covered by the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, including eggs and all sheep, in response to public... — Updated 8/12/2020
State awards nearly $100,000 in ag scholarships
Press release Gov. Steve Bullock announced Friday that nearly $100,000 has been awarded to 12 applicants through the Montana Farmer Student Loan Assistance Program, which was created to encourage Montana’s college-educated youth... — Updated 8/12/2020
USDA Announces Changes to Emergency Haying and Grazing Provisions
From Montana Farm Service Agency BOZEMAN — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency announced changes for emergency haying and grazing use of acres enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program. This includes... — Updated 8/12/2020
FSA set-aside loan provision can help producers impacted by COVID-19
From USDA Farm Service Agency USDA’s Farm Service Agency broadened the use of the Disaster Set-Aside loan provision, normally used in the wake of natural disasters, to allow farmers and ranchers with USDA farm loans who are... — Updated 8/12/2020 Full story
Distress loans available for crop producers without storage in Cascade and Liberty counties
From Montana Farm Service Agency BOZEMAN — U.S. Department of Agriculture Montana Farm Service Agency Executive Director Mike Foster announced the availability of distress loans for crop producers in Cascade and Liberty... — Updated 8/12/2020
Governor, MDA award grants to more than 60 businesses for meat processing
Press release Gov. Steve Bullock and the Montana Department of Agriculture announced Tuesday that more $7.5 million in grant funding has been awarded through the Montana Meat Processing Infrastructure Grant programs, including to... — Updated 8/5/2020
4-H Results Pt. 3
Here are the results from Sunday’s 4-H Fair. Small Animals Cat — Short Hair — Grand — Hailey Gandenberger, left Cat — Short Hair — Reserve — Brea Sattoriva Junior Showmanship — Grand — Kendall Domire Junior... — Updated 7/22/2020
Polaris continues sponsorship of Montana Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers competition
Press release The Montana Farm Bureau Young Farmer and Rancher Committee announced that, for the sixth consecutive year, Montana Polaris is the sponsor of the YF&R Discussion Meet, awarding a Ranger® Side by Side UTV to the winner... — Updated 7/22/2020
USDA announces funding to support socially disadvantaged and veteran ag producers
Press release WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Tuesday approximately $15 million in available funding to help socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers own and operate successful farms.... — Updated 7/22/2020
4-H Results Pt.2
Here are the results from Saturday’s 4-H Fair. Watch for more results in the and Wednesday edition of the Havre Daily News. Round Robin (from left) Senior Contestants — Stephen Preputin (swine), Loy Waid (beef) and Angelina... — Updated 7/21/2020
4-H Results Pt. 1
Here are the results from Friday’s 4-H Fair. Watch for more results in the Tuesday and Wednesday editions of the Havre Daily News. 4-H Beef Show pictures and winners Senior Showmanship Grand — Loy Waid Senior Showmanship... — Updated 7/20/2020
2020 Hill County 4-H interview results Pt. 2
Beef — Level 2 Grand — Angelina Toth Reserve — Hunter Velk Beef — Level 3 Call Back — Loy Waid Goat — Level 1 Grand — Wesson Scovel Sheep — Level 1 Grand — Savannah Schaumloeffel Sheep — Level 2 Grand... — Updated 7/17/2020
2020 Hill County 4-H interview results released Pt.1
Hill County 4-H has released the results of the 4-H Fair interviews conducted Tuesday. Along with grands and reserves, also listed are members and their projects given a "call... — Updated 7/16/2020
MFU participates in Farmers to Families Food Box program
Press release GREAT FALLS — Montana Farmers Union is partnering with the Western Montana Growers Cooperative and Lake County Community Development Corp. to distribute boxes of Montana-grown produce to families in need as part... — Updated 7/15/2020
More than 1.2 million acres accepted in CRP Grasslands signup
Press release BOZEMAN — The United States Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency announced Friday the acceptance of more than 1.2 million acres in the Conservation Reserve Program Grasslands during the recent signup... — Updated 7/15/2020
By USDA reminds Montana producers to complete crop acreage reports
BOZEMAN — USDA’s Farm Service Agency is reminding Montana producers to complete crop acreage reports by the applicable deadline for their county. Acreage reporting dates vary by crop and by county. Peoplr can contact their... — Updated 7/8/2020
USDA reminds Montana producers to complete crop acreage reports
Press release BOZEMAN — USDA’s Farm Service Agency is reminding Montana producers to complete crop acreage reports by the applicable deadline for their county. Acreage reporting dates vary by crop and by county. Peoplr can... — Updated 7/8/2020
National Ag Innovation Challenge awards business creativity
Press release The Montana Farm Bureau Federation is urging Montana’s agricultural business entrepreneurs to apply for the 2021 Ag Innovation Challenge. American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, is hostin... — Updated 7/8/2020
