May 18, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Livestock Markets Show Mixed Signals Week of May 10-16, 2026
Montana cattle markets surge 14.7% this week despite drought challenges. Mixed signals create opportunities for savvy ranchers. Get the full story.
May 11, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Livestock Markets Show Mixed Signals: Light Feeder Offerings, Strong Cow Demand Drive Week of May 3-9, 2026
Montana cattle markets signal opportunity: light feeder supply meets strong cow demand. May 3-9 report reveals key trends affecting your bottom line.
May 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Justice Department Targets Big Four Meatpackers as Montana Ranchers Demand Fair Prices
Federal investigators target Big Meat monopolies as Montana ranchers demand fair prices. Justice Dept & USDA launch aggressive probe into beef processors.
May 4, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Your Ranch Dog Could Win $5,000 in Farm Bureau’s 2027 Competition
Your working ranch dog could win Farm Bureau's 2027 Farm Dog of the Year! Nominate your four-legged farmhand for this prestigious competition with great rewards.
May 4, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Livestock Markets Hit Record Highs: 600-lb Steers Eclipse $500/cwt (April 26 – May 2, 2026)
Montana cattle markets shatter records with 600-lb steers hitting $500/cwt! Get the latest prices, market trends, and what's driving historic highs.
Apr 27, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Livestock Market Report: April 19-25, 2026 – Feeder Cattle Show Steady Demand Despite CME Pressure
Montana livestock report Apr 19-25: 4,781 head sold, steady feeder demand beats CME pressure. Grass-ready cattle strong, Canadian buyers active.
Apr 22, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Stockgrowers 142nd MidYear Meeting: May 27-29 in Great Falls
Montana ranchers unite May 27-29, 2026 in Great Falls for the 142nd MidYear Meeting. Policy talks, networking, and entertainment await at this pivotal event.
Apr 20, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Cattle Markets Rally During Aprilfest Week (April 12-18, 2026)
Montana cattle prices surge at Aprilfest sales! Feeder receipts jump to 4,859 head with strong market activity. Get the latest auction results and trends.
Apr 13, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Cattle Prices Hold Strong: April 2026 Market Report
Receipts fell 75% to 1,836 head yet prices stayed firm. Replacement cattle surged to 34.2% of offerings. Here's what Montana ranchers need to know.
Apr 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Livestock Markets Rally Strong: Week of March 29 – April 4, 2026
Montana cattle markets surge with 7,315 head sold this week! Feeder cattle show strong demand, CME futures rally. Get the latest prices and trends.
Mar 30, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Cattle Markets Show Strength Despite Light Trading (March 22-28, 2026)
Montana cattle markets surge with CME futures up $13.45! Strong demand despite light trading. Get the latest prices and trends affecting your ranch profits this week.
Mar 26, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Gov. Gianforte Highlights Innovation in Agriculture
Governor Greg Gianforte yesterday visited the Felton Angus Ranch in Deer Lodge on Montana Agriculture Day to highlight how Montana producers are using innovative technology to strengthen their operations.
Mar 24, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
USDA Meat Labels: What Montana Ranchers Need to Know
New USDA rules mean foreign beef can no longer fake a USA label. Here's what the change means for Montana ranchers and the meat on your table.
Mar 23, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
5 Montana Ranches and Producers Just Won $1M in USDA Value-Added Grants
Montana ag producers score big as USDA announces $1M+ in Value-Added Producer Grants for 5 operations, helping farmers move beyond raw commodities
Mar 16, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Massive Railroad Merger Could Leave Montana Farmers and Ranchers Over a Barrel
Montana farmers face potential pricing nightmare as $85B railroad merger threatens to eliminate competition and spike shipping costs for grain and cattle feed.
Mar 16, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Cattle Prices Drop 3% as Trading Volume Falls 32% This Week
Montana cattle markets face pressure with 3,973 head traded – feeder prices drop on quality concerns while cow markets stay strong. Get the full breakdown.
Mar 13, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Wyoming Rancher Takes DEF Fight to U.S. Senate: ‘It’s a Battle Against Cold and Clock’
Wyoming rancher tells Senate how frozen diesel fluid regulations threaten cattle feeding in sub-zero weather, demanding practical solutions for farmers
Mar 12, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Rancher Meg Brack Smith Wins National Land Stewardship Award
Montana rancher Meg Brack Smith wins prestigious W.R. Chapline Award for exceptional land stewardship at Fleecer Mountain Cattle Company. Discover her impact.
Mar 11, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Agriculture Labor Crisis: Ranchers and Farmers Say the Worker Shortage Is Now an Emergency
Montana ranchers and farmers say the labor shortage is no longer isolated—it’s sector-wide and forcing hard choices on daily operations and long-term plans. At the Montana Stockgrowers Association’s Agriculture Labor Summit, producers pushed for real solutions, from local training pipelines to reforms that make the H-2A program more workable.
Mar 9, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Cattle Market Report (March 1–7, 2026): Feeder Cattle Ease, Replacement Females Surge, Slaughter Bulls Jump $5–$8
Montana auctions moved 5,837 head in the first week of March with seasonal, quality-driven mixed trends. Feeder cattle ran steady to weak, replacement females dominated offerings, and slaughter bulls were the week’s standout—up $5–$8 as packers look for lean trim. Here’s the price recap, supply breakdown, and what to watch as spring grass demand builds.
Mar 9, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
NFU Honors Dr. Dale McCall With Top Meritorious Service Award for 40 Years of Family-Farm Advocacy
The National Farmers Union has awarded Dr. Dale McCall its highest honor—the Meritorious Service Award—recognizing four decades of leadership supporting family farms and ranchers across the Mountain West. McCall and fellow 2026 recipient Joe Logan were praised for lifelong service through Farmers Union and beyond.
Mar 9, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Ranchers Face a High-Stakes 2026: Record Cattle Prices, Historic Herd Lows, and Volatile Markets Ahead
After a record-setting 2025, Montana cattle producers are looking at a 2026 market shaped by historic lows in the national beef cow herd and unusually high volatility. Industry outlooks suggest bigger price swings—creating major opportunity, but also real budget and risk-management challenges for ranching operations across Big Sky Country.