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From Nebraska Roots to Montana Agriculture Leadership: Meet Randall Jobman, Vice President of Agriculture Randall Jobman’s passion for agriculture began on a farm and ranch in Nebraska, where he developed a deep respect for hard work. After earning his bachelor’s … Continued

CEO/General Manager, Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative This Day In The Life blog features Brandon J. Wittman the CEO/General Manager, Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative, and a panelist for our 2025 Ag Celebration Banquet on January 31, 2025. Brandon was born and … Continued

By Tanner Bollum, Billings Ag Committee Co-Chair, Business/Ag Banking Officer, Bravera Bank Agriculture is a rewarding but risky business, and anyone involved in it knows that it’s more than just planting seeds and harvesting crops. Farming and ranching are capital-intensive … Continued

By Alex Schimke, Billings Chamber Ag Committee Chair, Ag Lender, Stockman Bank Has a handshake ever changed your life? I know for me a hand shake still means everything, your word, your commitment. One handshake, one introduction can change everything; … Continued

By John Brewer, President/CEO, Billings Chamber of Commerce To those farmers, ranchers, suppliers and all who support the agriculture industry in our area: THANK YOU! In Montana it feels that we are all no more than “one degree of separation” … Continued

Breaking News From the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Update: A federal court has halted the implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act’s beneficial ownership reporting requirements. This will remain in effect until the conclusion of legal proceedings. As of this update, … Continued

The IRS is extending relief to farmers and ranchers impacted by drought in several MT counties. This is an extension of the replacement period for livestock sold on account of drought. The following MT counties are covered under this extension: … Continued

Rubicare: A Superior Alternative to Traditional Insurance for Businesses Managing healthcare expenses can be overwhelming, especially with the high costs associated with traditional insurance plans. Monthly premiums, deductibles, and co-payments add significant financial burdens. Rubicare Health Savings Plan offers a … Continued

After months of collaboration, the City and County broke ground on a short-term hold facility next to the existing jail. The short-term hold facility will address the problem of “catch-and-release” policing faced by our law enforcement and brought about by … Continued