06 February 2025

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Women Grow  Leadership  Skills

Women Grow Leadership Skills


Montana Farmers Union members connected with women from across the country, building leadership skills, during National Farmers Union’s annual Women’s Conference, held earlier this month in San Antonio, Texas. “The NFU Women’s Conference allowed me to connect with women in ag from both Montana and all over the country. Both the networking and conference sessions helped fill my cup to

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Women Grow  Leadership  Skills

Women Grow Leadership Skills


Montana Farmers Union members connected with women from across the country, building leadership skills, during National Farmers Union’s annual Women’s Conference, held earlier this month in San Antonio, Texas. “The NFU Women’s Conference allowed me to connect with women in ag from both Montana and all over the country. Both the networking and conference sessions helped fill my cup to

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Toavs Says Trust Is  Key With Auctions

Toavs Says Trust Is Key With Auctions


In his 14 years of owning Toavs Premier Auctions, Robert Toavs has experienced several changes in the business, but he says being a successful auctioneer still comes down to relationships. “It’s a trust and reputation based business,” Toavs explained. “You have to build your trust with people.” He got his taste of the auctioning field when he worked with Tande Auction Services

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Wolves Lose Contest In Glasgow

Wolves Lose Contest In Glasgow


Wolf Point’s boys’ basketball team fell at Glasgow, 6336, in District 2B play on Friday, Jan. 31. The Scotties led 16-7 at the end of the first quarter and by a 27-12 half-time margin. Glasgow’s Myles Yoakam hit three three-points in the first half. Glasgow tallied 23 points in the third quarter for a 5018 lead. The Wolves scored 18 points in the fourth period. Highlights included

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Red Hawks Defeat Cowgirls

Red Hawks Defeat Cowgirls


The Froid/Lake Red Hawks led nearly the entire way and earned a 47-37 victory in Culbertson on Friday, Jan. 31. After the Cowgirls gained a 4-2 advantage on a drive by Mariana Burciaga early in the first quarter, the Red Hawks moved ahead 10-4 with a three-pointer by Brooklynn Nordwick and four points by Isabelle Nordwick leading the way. Three-point shots by Avery Johnson and Addison Elvsaas

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Should Farmers Buy Surplus Of Hay For Next Year?

Should Farmers Buy Surplus Of Hay For Next Year?


This year, due to good spring moisture, hay harvest was often delayed. This increased plant maturity and lowered nutrient content. Most of North Dakota received good moisture over the growing season, producing ample hay availability. As a result, the hay market has slowed and prices have dropped, indicating a buyer’s market. This has some livestock growers speculating whether they should purchase

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Should Farmers Buy Surplus Of Hay For Next Year?

Should Farmers Buy Surplus Of Hay For Next Year?


This year, due to good spring moisture, hay harvest was often delayed. This increased plant maturity and lowered nutrient content. Most of North Dakota received good moisture over the growing season, producing ample hay availability. As a result, the hay market has slowed and prices have dropped, indicating a buyer’s market. This has some livestock growers speculating whether they should purchase

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Stockgrowers Hold Annual Convention, Trade Show

Stockgrowers Hold Annual Convention, Trade Show


The Montana Stockgrowers Association concluded its 140th annual Convention and Trade Show on Friday, Dec. 6, in Billings. On the final day, attendees participated in the Beef Breakfast, Beef Production and Marketing Committee Meeting, General Session II, Presidents Lunch, Stockgrowers Colleges, and policy meetings. The convention ended with the Montana Agriculture Policy Action Reception