Chasing the Legendary Cohutta Gobbler A hunter recounts his pursuit of a renowned turkey in the Cohutta Range. What happened In early spring, a hunter set out in the Cohutta Range, located on the Georgia-Tennessee border, during the spring gobbling season. The vibrant forest, alive with blooming flowers and the sounds of wildlife, provided an […]
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A Family Adventure in Alaska’s Wilderness A recent recounting of a family’s bear hunting trip in Alaska highlights both the challenges and changes in hunting ethics over the decades. What happened In July 1947, a story titled “A Family Hunt for Alaska Brownies” was published, detailing a family’s bear hunting expedition in Alaska. The trip […]
Amelia Earhart’s Fly Fishing Experience Amelia Earhart shares her reflections on fly fishing and its challenges during a trip to Wyoming. What happened Amelia Earhart’s story, published in December 1934, recounts her experiences with fly fishing while on a trip to Wyoming. She reflects on her initial attempts at the sport, noting the difficulties she […]
Comparing the 7 PRC and 7mm Rem Mag Cartridges The 7mm PRC is emerging as a strong competitor to the established 7mm Rem Mag cartridge. What happened The 7mm Remington Magnum has been a popular choice among American hunters since its introduction 64 years ago. Developed to provide more energy than the .30-06 Springfield while […]
My Son Talked Me into Going Fishing and I Caught the Biggest Bass of My Life “Never in a million years did I think I’d catch a bass like that.” One of the 40 to 50 bass Andrew Scott caught that day. Photo courtesy Andrew Scott Sign up for the Quick Strike Newsletter: The hottest […]
USDA Proposes Changes to Line Speed Rules for Pork and Poultry Plants The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced proposed updates to federal line speed regulations in poultry and pork establishments operating under modern inspection systems. These updates reflect years of data and experience and are designed to lower costs for American families, reduce […]
Dairy Producers in Montana Reminded to Obtain 2026 Dairy Margin Coverage by February 26 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is encouraging dairy producers to enroll in Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC), an important safety net program that helps offset milk and feed price differences. This year’s DMC signup began on Jan. 12 and the deadline […]
Barley Growers From Montana, Idaho, North Dakota Join USGBC Goodwill Mission To Mexico The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC), in collaboration with the Idaho Barley Commission (IBC), North Dakota Barley Council (NDBC) and Montana Grain Growers Association (MGGA), organized a goodwill mission connecting U.S. growers to two major Mexican brewing companies. “Building business relationships […]
Farm Bill 2.0 Provides Additional Certainty to American Cattle Producers House Agriculture Committee Chairman G.T. Thompson released the text of Farm Bill 2.0 (the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026). The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) welcomes the provisions that strengthen the agriculture measures included in the One, Big, Beautiful Bill (OBBB). “We […]
Today’s Livestock Market Update The livestock complex ended the day mixed. The Cattle on Feed report turned out to be neutral to slightly bullish. Only a handful of cattle had sold in the South, but prices were marked at $249, which was $1 higher than last week’s weighted average. However, Northern cattle had traded at […]