4M Grain & Livestock: Successfully Building a Farming Business from Scratch

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4M Grain & Livestock: Successfully Building a Farming Business from Scratch
Jun 22, 2026 Season 6 Episode 4
Western SARE

In this episode, Western SARE’s Stacie Clary talks with Anna Merriman of 4M Grain and Livestock in Malta Montana. Anna shares her family’s journey in starting an organic farming operation from the very beginning, by taking opportunities as the arise. She’s transparent about the learning curves along the way. The conversation also touches on farm business management, succession, and balancing multiple business ventures. Discover practical advice on opportunity, organization, and community support that can help aspiring farmers succeed.  

As Anna encourages other farmers, "Lean on your support system and don't try to do it all on your own."


(photo:  Jennifer Ray Photography)

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