those markets must then turn around and sell their crops to four companies that control 82 percent of the soybean crushing and 84 percent of wet corn milling in the United States. Further undermining our agricultural economy, many of the companies controlling markets for farm inputs, like fertilizer, and commodities are vertically integrated, which means they control multiple stages of the supply

“Providing supports to parents and serving children with developmental delays or disabilities when they’re under the age of three can prevent further, more costly services and ensure their success down the road,” Gianforte said. The governor also announced the allocation of more than $32 million in federal funds to support COVID-19 screening and testing in schools. DPHHS will serve as

The Roosevelt County Fair in Culbertson kicks off Tuesday, Aug. 10. The theme this year is “Big Dreams In A Small Town.” The final day will be Saturday, Aug. 14. The 2021 fair will showcase local Future Farmers of America, 4-H and open class exhibits. The schedule of events this year includes flag ceremonies, a youth horse show and other horse events for kids, commercial booths, animal shows,

With the official unemployment rate at 4.3 percent for Roosevelt County, many businesses are scrambling to find workers for positions. Roosevelt County is among the employers who are constantly seeking new employees. “It’s an on-going thing,” Roosevelt County Commissioner Gordon Oelkers said. “We always have openings.” Commissioners noted that current openings include a cook

Gov. Greg Gianforte has launched a new dashboard to keep Montanans informed on active fires burning in the state. “Across Montana, our heroic firefighters are confronting more than eighty fires that threaten our communities, infrastructure, first responders, and way of life. Ensuring Montanans receive accurate and timely information regarding these fires is more important than ever,” Gianforte