CRP has been popular in Montana since the program was created in the mid-1980s. CRP acres in Montana climbed from…
Author: Joel Schumacher
Joel Schumacher
Joel Schumacher, an extension economics associate specialist in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Economics at Montana State University. Much of his research has focused on understanding the economics and public policy implications of small and community scale alternative energy projects. Joel also researches and provides extension training in retirement planning, saving and investing. Helping Montanans stay up to date on the ever changing laws and regulations affecting consumer issues is an interesting and challenging area.
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Prices in agricultural markets are lower than several years ago. This is likely not new information to anyone. Cattle prices…
In December of 2009, the Cobell v. Salazar court case was settled (commonly referred to as the Cobell Settlement). A…
Many agricultural producers have spent a lifetime building their business which they hope to pass on to the next generation. …
Last month I wrote about the differences between rural and urban economies, this month I continue that theme by looking…