BOZEMAN – Scores of farmers, ranchers and agricultural policymakers flocked to Bozeman recently for an annual agricultural economics conference hosted by Montana State University. The conference, part of MSU’s Celebrate Agriculture Week, has been held for 18 years and provides an opportunity to discuss agricultural trends and policy ideas relevant to Montana. Twelve presenters, most of

A group that has repeatedly sought to advance ballot initiatives that would cap property tax growth on Montana homes said Wednesday, Nov. 13, that it is taking another run at the idea, proposing a constitutional amendment that could appear on the 2026 ballot if it survives likely legal challenges and qualifies via a signature drive. Bozeman attorney Matt Monfortion, the director of Cap Montana

Three Montana farmers have been selected to National Farmers Union’s Beginning Farmer Institute. Montana Farmers Union members Zach Didier of Laurel, Beau Milton of Ovando and Kimberly Robinson of Kila will participate in the yearlong intensive program intended to improve the health of participants’ farm or ranch businesses. “The level of commitment and willingness to challenge themselves

used in chipping, frying or roasting. Potatoes with purple skins are available and are rich in the antioxidant pigment anthocyanin. Sometimes small bags of potatoes with varied color skins are available. Be sure to store potatoes in a cool, dark place out of the sun. When potatoes are exposed to sunlight, they may become green from the chlorophyll naturally contained in potatoes. While consuming

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced an investment of $1.7 billion for purchase of locally and regionally produced foods and domestically produced foods for emergency food assistance. These investments, made possible by the Commodity Credit Corporation, will help American producers by ensuring they have the certainty of access to local and regional markets as well as the financial benefits