Northern Ag Network

01/07/2026

“Thanks to the bold leadership of President Trump, this edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans will reset federal nutrition policy," Ag Secretary Rollins said. "Farmers and ranchers are at the forefront of the solution, and that means more protein, dairy, vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, and whole grains on American dinner tables.”

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins today released the Die

01/07/2026

The 2026 Malt Barley and Sugar beet Symposium is underway in Billings. Greg Gabel is a speaker this year discussing drone application and benefits for producers.

01/06/2026

LaMalfa’s death leaves a significant void for agriculture, water users and rural communities across the West who relied on his leadership and advocacy in Congress.

U.S. Representative Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif., a fourth-generation rice farmer and longtime advocate for agriculture and rural communities, has died at the age of

01/06/2026

Nashville did not disappoint! Taylor and Shannon, Colter, Kayla, and Joe cheered on the bobcats to their National Championship victory last night. Still trying to catch our breath! Cat fans made sure every musician in Nashville knows Mony Mony now.

01/06/2026

Mitch Konen - NBGA President talks about the need for more assistance to barley producers following the USDA's Farmer Bridge Assistance program.

01/05/2026

We just dropped a great new episode of the Northern Ag Podcasts with Montana Livestock Ag Credit!

Join Colter Brown as he sits down with the team from Montana Livestock Ag Credit to recap what 2025 brought to the livestock industry. They break down key cattle price trends, talk about risk protection strategies, and share insights for producers preparing for the year ahead. Whether you’re managing cattle finances or planning for the next season, this one’s packed with practical info!

https://omny.fm/shows/northern-ag-network-podcasts/talking-cattle-and-credit-with-montana-livestock-ag-credit-inc

01/05/2026

Cattle futures kicked off 2026 with a barn-burner of a trading day!
Grain markets stayed under pressure with continued bearish action, but some welcome relief is on the horizon thanks to the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program.

01/03/2026

Cheers to the New Year and Hopes for Prosperous Times -

Happy New Year from The Northern Ag Network crew! Safe travels to all the Montana State University Bobcat Football players and fans as the Bobcats battle it out with Illinois State University in the FCS National Championship.

01/02/2026

John Ostlund has been selected posthumously as the 2025 recipient of the Billings Chamber Award for Agriculture Excellence. Ostlund’s legacy spans more than three decades of steadfast leadership, service, and advocacy for agriculture in Yellowstone County and across Montana. A trusted voice and tireless champion for the ag community, Ostlund has played an integral role in strengthening agricultural infrastructure, supporting youth involvement in agriculture, and ensuring the connection between urban and rural remains strong.

The Billings Chamber of Commerce announces that John Ostlund has been selected posthumously as the 2025 recipient of the Billings Chamber Award for Agriculture

01/02/2026

Korey Fauque of KW Insurance walks us through the changes to crop insurance and the farm safety net that includes increased reference prices, updates to SCO and ECO, increased base acres, and benefits to beginning producers.

12/31/2025

Payment rates for most of the commodities grown in our region will range from $20-40 per acre. Growers can expect payments by February 28th.

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the next phase in the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program (FBA), the eligible commodity per-acre payment rat

12/31/2025

Jenna Stanton, Director of Policy and Public Affairs for the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association, recently joined our network’s Colton Young to break down the 2025 year in the cattle industry. From trade and tariffs to a sneak peek at the 2026 USCA Annual Convention, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss!

In this episode of Northern Ag Network On Demand, we sit down with Jenna Stanton, Director of Policy and Public Affairs for the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association, for a full recap of her year on Capitol Hill. From trade policy and tariffs to the emerging threat of New World screwworm, no issue is left ...