Saturday, October 17, 2026 · Montana
Markets
Feeder Cattle $3.38/lb
▲ +0.1%
Live Cattle $2.28/lb
▲ +0.5%
Wheat (HRW) $7.04/bu
▼ -1.3%
Diesel (ULSD) $4.72/gal
▲ +1.5%
as of Oct 17, 11:00 MT
Video
Most walleye aren’t eating on the lift—they’re committing on the pause. Here’s how WalleyeWranglers times “controlled stillness,” why it works under ice,…
Harry Ward · March 9, 2026
Farming
Montana’s spring moisture can boost winter wheat tillering, help spring wheat get established, and improve hay and pasture growth—but stacked storms and…
Harry Ward · March 9, 2026
Video
Jacob Sweere’s maiden trip in a brand-new Vexus turns into a practical spring walleye masterclass on the Mississippi River—covering hair jig strategy,…
Harry Ward · March 9, 2026
Outdoors
Backcountry dental care doesn’t have to clash with Leave No Trace. In many cases, the brushing action matters most—so water-only can work.…
Harry Ward · March 9, 2026
Video
Tom Boley breaks in a brand-new Warrior Boat while dialing in a simple, repeatable early-spring walleye pattern: jigging live bait on channel…
Harry Ward · March 9, 2026
Montana Fishing Reports
Early March still means cold water on Montana’s Stillwater River, but stabilizing flows and a gradual warming trend are helping trout show…
Harry Ward · March 9, 2026
Video
As North Central Montana waters warm after ice-out, anglers are reporting the jig bite is back. In a new FISH HEAD ASSASSIN…
Harry Ward · March 9, 2026
Farming
Early 2026 crop insurance price signals may improve soybeans’ revenue-protection outlook relative to corn. Even in Montana, where corn and soy acres…
Harry Ward · March 9, 2026
Ranching
Live and feeder cattle futures closed the week with sharp Friday losses—feeders hit harder. Here’s what it could mean for Montana calf…
Harry Ward · March 9, 2026
Ranching
Montana’s sale barns still set the weekly tone for price discovery, but more cattle are moving through private treaty deals, dispersal/estate sales,…
Harry Ward · March 8, 2026
Ranching
Cattle futures ended the week with a sharp selloff in both live and feeder contracts. While Montana cash prices don’t move tick-for-tick…
Harry Ward · March 8, 2026
Ranching
Across Montana, the sale barn still anchors weekly price discovery—but more ranchers are using off-auction options like private treaty, dispersals, and direct…
Harry Ward · March 8, 2026
Farming
Friday’s commodity board action sent a mixed message for the Northern Rockies: grain futures climbed while cattle contracts finished sharply lower. Reports…
Harry Ward · March 8, 2026
Ranching
Friday’s board action sent a mixed signal for Montana agriculture: grain contracts pushed higher while cattle futures took a step back. Reports…
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026
Trending
Explore the excitement and techniques behind catching a 33-inch walleye in a creek.
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026
Trending
Explore the serene beauty of Montana's snow-laden forests after a heavy overnight snowfall.
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026
Montana Fishing Reports
Explore the lure of Montana's fishing contests, offering big catches and cash prizes. Insightful analysis and future trends in competitive fishing.
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026
Montana Fishing Reports
Explore Karl Tyler's journey from an 8th-grade dream to creating a world-class cattle ranch in Montana. Discover insights and future prospects.
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026
Montana Ranching
Cactus Ranch Rescue stepped in to save 15 dogs living in cramped, unhealthy conditions at an overcrowded home. The case, reported by…
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026
Montana Ranching
Audubon Conservation Ranching is expanding into Minnesota, partnering with local ranchers to improve grassland habitat, soil health, and water conservation—while offering a…
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026
Montana Ranching
The Peninsula Open Space Trust has acquired more than 6,300 acres of former South Bay ranchland—strengthening a protected corridor between the Santa…
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026
Farming
A softer U.S. dollar helped underpin grain and oilseed futures this week, but Montana producers should focus on what shows up in…
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026
Montana Ranching
Looking for free Spring Break fun in Lubbock? The National Ranching Heritage Center is hosting daily, family-friendly activities—from hands-on exhibits and guided…
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026
Montana Ranching
A Homeland Security nominee with deep ranching experience is drawing attention for a perspective rarely seen in top national security roles. Here’s…
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026
Video
MeatEater’s latest video follows Heather and Mike in Southeast Alaska to learn how the Tlingit Náxw wooden halibut hook is made, how…
Harry Ward · March 7, 2026