“Not feeling the whole Faith part of this journey,” Tuff said quietly. “I’ve never understood how it could be so dark in the forest when it’s the middle of the day.” “It’ll be fine,” Banjo said. “Don’t worry.” “Awhoo…” the guttural howl echoed ...

It is that time of year when our calving season is winding down, so many other pursuits such as farming are occupying the CEO of our ranching operation. CEO sounds like such an officious title for someone who wades around in knee-deep muck in w...

This week’s featured Agri-Kid is Mr. Maverick. He is 19-months-old and lives in Iowa. According to his mom, Elizabeth, “He’s a sour patch kid for sure! He absolutely loves the skid loaders and tractors, and never misses a ride when it’s time to...

On April 10, the House Natural Resources Committee launched an investigation into a recent settlement between the National Park Service, The Nature Conservancy, and 12 Point Reyes National Seashore (California) ranchers who agreed to cease thei...

Water in the West has long been considered a precious resource as often it is scarce. Legal battles over water rights have occurred through history and are still going on today. On February 12, 2025, Baker Ranches Inc., represented by Mountain ...

William H. (Bill) Rishel of North Platte, Nebraska, has been named the 2025 inductee of the prestigious Saddle and Sirloin Portrait Gallery. Rishel will become the 380th member of this historic gallery, and his portrait will be unveiled at an i...

Last week, I noted that my husband and I were going out of town for an event in Arlington, Texas. I took Wednesday through Friday off from work and left my computer at home. On our drive from Torrington to Denver International Airport, he and I...

I hope all of you had a very blessed and happy Easter. Our blessing kicked off early as we received over eight inches of heavy, wet snow in the days leading up to Easter! A couple of weeks ago on a beautiful 80-degree day, I was visiting with a...

The Wyoming State 4-H Foundation awarded more than ,000 in scholarships to Wyoming 4-H’ers attending the University of Wyoming or a Wyoming community college in the 2025-2026 academic year. The scholarship committee awarded approximately ,000 t...

The Public Lands Council (PLC) opened the registration for their 57th Annual Meeting to be held in Flagstaff, Arizona from September 16-18, 2025. “Annual meeting is when we come together as an industry to plan our advocacy efforts for the upcom...

The Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) has opened registration for its 141st MidYear Meeting. The event is slated for May 28 - 30, 2025, in Butte, Mont. at the Copper King Convention Center. This year’s program includes presentations from ...

The American Farm Bureau Federation today asked for changes to the “Waters of the United States” rule to bring it in line with the Sackett v. EPASupreme Court ruling, which called for more clarity in water regulations. AFBF submitted comments i...

National Sorghum Producers has opened applications for the 2025 board of directors. NSP is looking for new producer leaders who are passionate about advancing the crop and shaping the future of the sorghum industry. “We often hear that getting ...

The Idaho Cattle Association will host its 2025 Summer Round-Up on June 23–24 in Burley, bringing together cattle producers, industry partners and agricultural leaders from across the state. The annual midyear event has featured programming inc...

As communities across the country navigate shifting resources and increasing needs, the Montana Community Foundation’s (MCF) Community Investment Program (CIP) continues to offer resources to select counites in Eastern Montana. The Montana Comm...

The Ranchers Stewardship Alliance (RSA) is celebrating its first quarter under the leadership of Board President Conni French, who stepped into the role in January following the dedicated tenure of longtime leader Leo Barthelmess. French’s lead...

“I’m not sure I like what I’m seeing,” Banjo said. Tuff sighed. “I thought there was only one,” Tuff said. “Looks like they were running through,” Banjo said. “And recently according to these tracks in the mud.” “Elk were here too,” Tuff said a...

The American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, is seeking entrepreneurs to apply online by June 9 for the 2026 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge. Now in its 12th year, this national business competition showcases U.S. s...

If Wyoming residents spent just 5 percent of their grocery budget on local foods, local food production could contribute an additional .3 million to the state’s GDP, according to a new study published by the University of Wyoming Extension. Cur...

Research in the Montana State University College of Agriculture received continued support from the Montana Fertilizer Advisory Committee last month, continuing work to advance knowledge around soil acidity, water use efficiency, new crops and ...

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on the Lahontan Wild Horse Gather Preliminary Environmental Assessment. BLM is also seeking public comments and input under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act for the proj...

The Crazies by Amy Gamerman is a must read for anyone who loves history, mountains, freedom, and loves the view enough to put up with the infernal wind that blasts the east slopes of the Rocky Mountains. I am blessed to live with a view of the ...

A little snow won’t stop Clara Frey from giving her chickens the best of care. Photo submitted by Alex Frey.Article Link

U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), along with five other cosponsors have reintroduced the Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2025. The bill was introduced in 2022 and 202...

As I approached the corral in the wispy dawn, I could see I was too late. My favorite heifer, Bernadette, laid down, stood up, and grunted, with two enormous feet protruding from the back. I guided her into my clanky, old chute, looped chains a...