Governor’s statewide disaster declaration remains in effect HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today called on U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack to identify 11 counties, including several in northwest Montana, as primary natural disaster areas. The governor’s statewide drought disaster declaration remains in effect. “With unusually low snowpack and hot, dry conditions in northwest Montana, … Read more
HELENA, Mont. (July 9, 2021) – Friday, the Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) announced the launch of its drought resource hub on www.mtbeef.org. “As our members face one of the most challenging times, for many, in decades, we are committed to keeping our members up-to-date on resources that are available to them,” shared Jim Steinbeisser. “Information … Read more
by Megan Van Emon, MSU Extension Beef Cattle Specialist Although the majority of the state has had ample rain this year, it’s good to be prepared when a drought does occur. Drought preparedness is especially crucial when multi-year droughts occur. I am currently working with several scientists on a drought resilience study: Identifying mechanisms of … Read more
From Northern Ag Network: The 2018 Montana Nutrition Conference and Livestock Forum took place in Bozeman this week. Livestock producers from Montana and the surrounding states gathered to learn about new findings in nutrition needs and livestock management. Drought resource management was the theme of the event and attendees determined that there is still a … Read more
Due to the effects of Montana’s severe winter conditions, Montana Governor Steve Bullock has waived certain hay transportation requirements. Yesterday, Governor Bullock signed an Executive Order that allows for the movement of vehicles that may exceed size and weight limits when it is necessary for responding to emergency situations brought on by weather or other … Read more
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