The Ranchers' Voice

This week on The Ranchers’ Voice, Ellie sits down with the candidates running for MSGA’s North Central District board seats: Rocky Forseth, Trina Jo Bradley, and Kevin Elias. Tune in to get to know each candidate, hear their perspectives, and learn more about their vision for serving MSGA members. Member voting for board positions will open later this fall.Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is a grass roots non-profit membership organization with a 140-year history of advocating on behalf of Montana cattle ranchers to ensure cattle ranching remains relevant, safe, & a sustainable way of life for generations to come.MSGA is the trusted voice of cattle ranchers, and advocate of cattle ranching for state and federal legislators and a true partner in efforts to preserve & advance Montana’s cattle industry.To become a member of MSGA, visit www.mtbeef.orgFollow us: Facebook: MontanaStockgrowersAssociationInstagram: mtstockgrowersTwitter: MTStockgrowers

This week on The Ranchers’ Voice, Ellie sits down with the candidate running for MSGA’s Northeastern District board seat: Joe Lewis. Tune in over the next few weeks to get to know each candidate, hear their perspectives, and learn more about their vision for serving MSGA's members. Over the coming weeks, we’ll continue featuring interviews with the remaining board candidates. Member voting for board positions will open later this fall.Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is a grass roots non-profit membership organization with a 140-year history of advocating on behalf of Montana cattle ranchers to ensure cattle ranching remains relevant, safe, & a sustainable way of life for generations to come.MSGA is the trusted voice of cattle ranchers, and advocate of cattle ranching for state and federal legislators and a true partner in efforts to preserve & advance Montana’s cattle industry.To become a member of MSGA, visit www.mtbeef.orgFollow us: Facebook: MontanaStockgrowersAssociationInstagram: mtstockgrowersTwitter: MTStockgrowers

This week on The Ranchers’ Voice, Ellie sits down with the candidates running for MSGA’s Western District board seat: Craig Lien and Garrett Harshbarger. Tune in to get to know each candidate, hear their perspectives, and learn more about their vision for serving MSGA members. Over the coming weeks, we’ll continue featuring interviews with the remaining board candidates. Member voting for board positions will open later this fall.Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is a grass roots non-profit membership organization with a 140-year history of advocating on behalf of Montana cattle ranchers to ensure cattle ranching remains relevant, safe, & a sustainable way of life for generations to come.MSGA is the trusted voice of cattle ranchers, and advocate of cattle ranching for state and federal legislators and a true partner in efforts to preserve & advance Montana’s cattle industry.To become a member of MSGA, visit www.mtbeef.orgFollow us: Facebook: MontanaStockgrowersAssociationInstagram: mtstockgrowersTwitter: MTStockgrowers

This week, Ellie sits down with Brendan Beatty, director of the Montana Department of Revenue, and Paula Gilbert, Property Assessment Administrator to discuss the changes to property tax that came out of the most recent legislative session. Learn more about resources discussed in this episode at www.revenue.mt.govwww.homestead.mt.gov Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is a grass roots non-profit membership organization with a 140-year history of advocating on behalf of Montana cattle ranchers to ensure cattle ranching remains relevant, safe, & a sustainable way of life for generations to come.MSGA is the trusted voice of cattle ranchers, and advocate of cattle ranching for state and federal legislators and a true partner in efforts to preserve & advance Montana’s cattle industry.To become a member of MSGA, visit www.mtbeef.orgFollow us: Facebook: MontanaStockgrowersAssociationInstagram: mtstockgrowersTwitter: MTStockgrowers

This week Raylee and Ellie chat about Interim Committees and the work that goes on between legislative sessions. Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is a grass roots non-profit membership organization with a 140-year history of advocating on behalf of Montana cattle ranchers to ensure cattle ranching remains relevant, safe, & a sustainable way of life for generations to come.MSGA is the trusted voice of cattle ranchers, and advocate of cattle ranching for state and federal legislators and a true partner in efforts to preserve & advance Montana’s cattle industry.To become a member of MSGA, visit www.mtbeef.orgFollow us: Facebook: MontanaStockgrowersAssociationInstagram: mtstockgrowersTwitter: MTStockgrowers

This week, Ellie and Keni sit down with retired historian, Zoe Ann Stoltz, to dig into the history of Montana's brands and the stories and people behind them. Follow along as Zoe Ann shares first hand accounts of some of Montana's most iconic brands and interesting bits of Montana history! Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is a grass roots non-profit membership organization with a 140-year history of advocating on behalf of Montana cattle ranchers to ensure cattle ranching remains relevant, safe, & a sustainable way of life for generations to come.MSGA is the trusted voice of cattle ranchers, and advocate of cattle ranching for state and federal legislators and a true partner in efforts to preserve & advance Montana’s cattle industry.To become a member of MSGA, visit www.mtbeef.orgFollow us: Facebook: MontanaStockgrowersAssociationInstagram: mtstockgrowersTwitter: MTStockgrowers

This week, Keni sits down with MSGA's summer intern, Kelcy Bergstrom and Membership Representative, Ian Kane. The trio discusses the role internships have played in their careers thus far, as well as how these opportunities are vital for students.This week, Keni sits down with MSGA's summer intern, Kelcy Bergstrom and Membership Representative, Ian Kane. The trio discusses the role internships have played in their careers thus far, as well as how these opportunities are vital for students.Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is a grass roots non-profit membership organization with a 140-year history of advocating on behalf of Montana cattle ranchers to ensure cattle ranching remains relevant, safe, & a sustainable way of life for generations to come.MSGA is the trusted voice of cattle ranchers, and advocate of cattle ranching for state and federal legislators and a true partner in efforts to preserve & advance Montana’s cattle industry.To become a member of MSGA, visit www.mtbeef.orgFollow us: Facebook: MontanaStockgrowersAssociationInstagram: mtstockgrowersTwitter: MTStockgrowers

This week, Ellie and Keni chat with MSGA member, Chisholm Christensen, about his 2021 debut album, The Prisoner, ranching on the hi-line, and keeping the balance between his two passions - music and ranching. Listen to The Prisoner: https://open.spotify.com/album/3rLQ8w7g57NiRFvSUsGAk1?si=In8EM0YDSRK1nnmScL3mQwFollow Chisholm: https://www.instagram.com/chisholm.1909/Watch the Public Lands Council Common Ground video https://youtu.be/bzPCAJA_zmM?si=XRNfp55U-Fdu-bhKWatch The Truth About Ranching - The Story of a 5th Generation (1909) Montana Rancher https://youtu.be/107sKlgItTw?si=3HwSiwQcWaU8F_rnMontana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is a grass roots non-profit membership organization with a 140-year history of advocating on behalf of Montana cattle ranchers to ensure cattle ranching remains relevant, safe, & a sustainable way of life for generations to come.MSGA is the trusted voice of cattle ranchers, and advocate of cattle ranching for state and federal legislators and a true partner in efforts to preserve & advance Montana’s cattle industry.To become a member of MSGA, visit www.mtbeef.orgFollow us: Facebook: MontanaStockgrowersAssociationInstagram: mtstockgrowersTwitter: MTStockgrowers

This week, Ellie and Raylee and joined in studio by Jillien Streit, director for the Montana Department of Agriculture. Jillien chats with us about her recent trade missions, programs within the Department, and her prior experiences in the ag industry. Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is a grass roots non-profit membership organization with a 140-year history of advocating on behalf of Montana cattle ranchers to ensure cattle ranching remains relevant, safe, & a sustainable way of life for generations to come.MSGA is the trusted voice of cattle ranchers, and advocate of cattle ranching for state and federal legislators and a true partner in efforts to preserve & advance Montana’s cattle industry.To become a member of MSGA, visit www.mtbeef.orgFollow us: Facebook: MontanaStockgrowersAssociationInstagram: mtstockgrowersTwitter: MTStockgrowers

This week, Raylee is joined by Mike Honeycutt and Jay Bodner from the Montana Department of Livestock. The group discusses the 69th Montana Legislature and the Department's priorities. This week, Raylee is joined by Mike Honeycutt and Jay Bodner from the Montana Department of Livestock. The group discusses the 69th Montana Legislature and the Department's priorities. Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is a grass roots non-profit membership organization with a 140-year history of advocating on behalf of Montana cattle ranchers to ensure cattle ranching remains relevant, safe, & a sustainable way of life for generations to come.MSGA is the trusted voice of cattle ranchers, and advocate of cattle ranching for state and federal legislators and a true partner in efforts to preserve & advance Montana’s cattle industry.To become a member of MSGA, visit www.mtbeef.orgFollow us: Facebook: MontanaStockgrowersAssociationInstagram: mtstockgrowersTwitter: MTStockgrowers