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Montana Stockgrowers Submits Comments on YNP Bison Management Plan Draft EIS

HELENA, Mont. (October 10, 2023) – The Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) submitted comments conveying their concerns around the management alternatives in the Yellowstone National Park (YNP) Bison Management Plan Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). “In reviewing the Environmental Impact Statement alternatives, our organization does not feel the current alternatives presented adequately represent all management options … Read more

Phillips County MSGA Member Receives Massey Ferguson Tractor from Raffle

HELENA, Mont. (August 4, 2023) – The Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) partnered with Montana Massey Ferguson Dealerships to raffle the use of a 7S.165 Tractor with a FL.4327 Loader. MSGA recognizes Massey Ferguson as the official tractor of the Montana Stockgrowers Association. Richard Dunbar, a Phillips County MSGA member, was this year’s winner. He will … Read more

MSGA Accepting Internship Applications for 2023 Annual Convention

HELENA, Mont. (July 18, 2023) – Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) has opened internship applications for the 2023 Annual Convention that will be held December 6-8, 2023 in Billings, Mont. The program was created to provide students with a hands-on experience of the various facets of association event planning and execution, policy development, social media engagement … Read more

MSF Awards $10,000 Through Annual Education Heritage Scholarship

Helena, Mont. (July 13, 2023) – Each year, the Montana Stockgrowers Foundation (MSF) awards scholarships to college students who are seeking a career beneficial to ranching. This year, a total of $10,000 was awarded to 3 deserving students. To be eligible for the scholarships, applicants must be currently enrolled in college and have completed at … Read more

Montana Stockgrowers Foundation Hosts Annual Raising the Steaks Tour

HELENA, Mont. (June 29, 2023) – Last week, the Montana Stockgrowers Foundation (MSF) wrapped up the 2023 Raising the Steaks Environmental Stewardship Ranch Tour. The Raising the Steaks Ranch Tour gathers an intimate group of thoughtful, creative individuals to put their boots on the ground and their heads in the game in facilitated diverse and … Read more

Governor Gianforte Blasts BLM’s Unlawful Federal Overreach with Conservation Rule

TERRY, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today provided further opposition to a proposed rule by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) which would alter the use of BLM lands to the detriment of recreation, livestock grazing, responsible resource development, and public access. The proposed rule seeks to define “conservation” as a use within the Federal … Read more

MSGA Applauds the Bi-partisan Effort to Finalize the Fort Belknap Indian Community Water Settlement Act

HELENA, Mont. (June 27, 2023) – The Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) applauds the leadership and perseverance of Senator Tester and Senator Daines in negotiating a framework for the Fort Belknap Indian Community (FBIC) Water Settlement Act of 2023 in Congress. The FBIC Water Settlement Act will ensure that historical water use by all water users … Read more

Montana Stockgrowers Association Announces Final Result from BLM Appeal Rollover Auctions

HELENA, Mont. (June 20, 2023) – During the Opening General Session of the Montana Stockgrowers Association’s (MSGA) MidYear Meeting, MSGA leadership announced the results from the association’s rollover auctions which raised funds to support the appeal MSGA filed against the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) decision regarding American Prairie’s grazing allotments earlier this year. The … Read more

MSGA MidYear Meeting Brings Together Industry Leaders to Discuss Issues

HAVRE, Mont. (June 19, 2022) – The Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) wrapped up the 139th MidYear Meeting on Thursday, June 15 in Havre, Montana. The event hosted over 130 attendees who gathered for three days of education, policy, fellowship and fun. The MidYear Meeting is one of two meetings that is held to set association … Read more

Nominations Open for 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award

HELENA, Mont. (June 8, 2023) – The Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) announced the 2024 nominations for the Montana Environmental Stewardship Award are open. Each year, MSGA honors a Montana ranch that exemplifies environmental stewardship and demonstrates a commitment toward improved sustainability within the beef industry. While the program highlights industry stewardship, it also provides cattlemen … Read more

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