The Ranchers' Voice

Feb 01 2023 2
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The Ranchers' Voice presented by Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is a place for conversations surrounding policy, the Montana Legislature, and issues that matter most to ranching families in Montana. From the Capitol to the countryside, we'll be the connection point between local ranchers and legislative decision makers, cattle producers and general consumers, and between all cattle ranchers across Montana. To learn more about MSGA, visit our website at www.mtbeef.org or follow us on Facebook at Montana Stockgrowers Association.

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S2 Ep 25 | Lets Talk Water ft. Krista Lee Evans and Holly Franz

Feb 01 2023 26 mins  
Welcome back to the Ranchers' Voice! As we kick off season two of the podcast, we'll give updates and insights from the 68th Montana Legislature. Today, we're joined by Krista Lee Evans of Blake Creek Consulting, and Holly Franz, a retired water attorney. The group takes a deep dive on the comprehensive water review process that the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation

S1 Ep 24 | Drought on the Mind ft. Arin peters

Jul 21 2021 35 mins  
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S1 Ep 23 | ft. BLM State Director John Mehlhoff

Jul 08 2021 30 mins  
On the twenty third episode of The Ranchers' Voice, Jay and Raylee discuss the recent release of the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) draft environmental assessment (EA) and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) and share with listeners some drought resources.  Lastly, we share the first part of our interview with State Director of BLM for Montana & Dakotas, John Meh

S1 Ep 22 | Ending Hunger in Montana ft. Matt Pearson

Jun 22 2021 46 mins  
On the twenty second episode of The Ranchers' Voice, Jay and Raylee review MSGA's MidYear Meeting, announce the 2021 winners of the Environmental Stewardship Award and invite listeners to join the Montana Stockgrowers Foundation at the TBone Classic in August.  Lastly, we share an interview with Matt Pearson, president of the Producer Partnership, which includes local producer

Ep 21 | Governor Greg Gianforte

Jun 08 2021 37 mins  
On the twenty first episode of The Ranchers' Voice, Jay and Raylee discuss MSGA's upcoming MidYear Meeting and what attendees can expect.  Lastly, we share an interview with Governor Greg Gianforte in which we cover a variety of topics from the Governor's proclamation of May as beef month, cattle markets, the Montana Comeback Plan, ARPA funding and much more!

Ep 20 | Montana Ag Safety ft. Austin Grazier

May 25 2021 33 mins  
On the twentieth episode of The Ranchers' Voice, Jay and Raylee discuss the recent meeting of Ag organization to discuss market concerns, new information surrounding the Biden Administration's 30x30 Initiative, and share details on MSGA's MidYear Meeting happening in Lewistown, MT on June 9 - 11. Lastly, we share an interview with the Montana Agriculture Safety Program director, Au

Ep 19 | THAT'S A WRAP!

May 11 2021 25 mins  
On the nineteenth episode of The Ranchers' Voice, Jay and Raylee take a deep dive on the 67th Legislature and a review of the bills MSGA worked on.

Ep 18 | Talks with the Attorney General ft. Austin Knudsen

May 04 2021 29 mins  
On the eighteenth episode of The Ranchers' Voice, Raylee gives a quick update on the closing of the 67th Montana Legislature (a more in-depth update coming next week!). Lastly, we share an interview with Montana Attorney General, Austin Knudsen, regarding the lawsuit surrounding water rights and HB 286, Montana's relationship with Taiwan, and the Land Board.

Ep 17 | Biden's 30x30 ft. Karen Budd-Falen

Apr 27 2021 38 mins  
On the seventeenth episode of The Ranchers' Voice, Jay and Raylee update listeners on MSGA's priority bills and prepare for the wrap up of Legislature.  Lastly, we share an interview with Karen Budd-Falen, rancher attorney and former Deputy Solicitor for Wildlife and Parks in the Department of the Interior, regarding the Biden administration's '30 by 30 Plan' and what it means

Ep 16 | Time for a brand rerecord ft. Ethan Wilfore

Apr 20 2021 32 mins  
On the sixteenth episode of The Ranchers' Voice, Jay and Raylee discuss the recent court decision on HB 286, the HAULS Act, NCBA's Price Discovery Framework, and give an update on this week's legislative highlights.  Lastly, we share an interview with Ethan Wilfore, Montana Department of Livestock Brands Enforcement Division, regarding the ongoing brand rerecord, how folk