President Duvall Hosts Mexico Leaders for Wide-Ranging Discussion 

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In late July, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall met with Tatiana Clouthier, Mexico’s Secretary of the Economy, and Esteban Moctezuma Barragón, Mexico’s Ambassador to the U.S., to discuss a variety of trade matters, the use of technology to advance agriculture, and the border crisis.  Mexico is the third largest destination for U.S. agricultural exports.  The following statement was […]

Cartoon dog named Banjo

In the Knick of Time

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Bailee had been moping around the ranch since the coyote mama and her pup left. “I don’t know what to do to lift her spirits,” Pudge said. “It’s definitely not the same around here without them,” Banjo added. “Yeah,” Tuff replied. “It’s a lot quieter. Anyone want to go to the creek and swim? It’s too hot.” “That would take […]

Memorial Service — John Hjelvik

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John Hjelvik September 7, 1934 – November 19, 2020 The ag world lost a wonderful friend and business associate when John Hjelvik met his Lord and Savior for his divine appointment in Heaven on November 19, 2020. There will be a celebration of life July 31, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Anipro Event Center, 2878 Hwy 78, Absarokee, MT […]

What’s True about Cows and Global Warming

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I keep coming upon this statistic in the media that states livestock are responsible for 14.5 percent of global gas emissions. Some designate ruminant animals – cows, sheep and goats – as the biggest contributors to greenhouse gases. Others then go on to offer a solution: Switch from beef and lamb to chicken and pork… and consume fewer dairy products. […]