January 27, 2012
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MT Group Challenges Bison Producers on Herd Health Research
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The Montana Bison Association today announced a $10,000 challenge grant to the National Buffalo Foundation as a step in promoting new
research into issues affecting the health of bison herds across the country. The challenge grant was announced today at the annual meeting
of the National Bison Association in Denver.
In announcing the grant, Montana Bison Association President Andrew Bardwell said, “As more ranchers build their herds in response to the rising consumer
demand for bison meat, we want to be proactive in supporting research to make sure that we protect the health of our bison. We hope this grant will spur other
individuals and organizations to support this type of research as well.” The Montana Bison Association contribution was made in the form of a matching
challenge. Those funds will match any other contributions made to the National Buffalo Foundation on a dollar-for-dollar basis.
Dave Carter, executive director of the National Bison Association, welcomed the Montana contribution, saying, “Bison herd health issues have traditionally
not been a funding priority for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, or for traditional research institutions. That's why we know that we must take some steps
to make sure we have the resources necessary for research to protect the health of our herds.” The National Bison Association is a non-profit membership
organization that represents more than 1,000 ranchers, processors and marketers across the country. The National Buffalo Foundation is a 501(c)(3)
charitable foundation that supports education and research activities on behalf of the industry. The association and foundation work together on projects
to benefit the bison business.
The Prairie Star covered the story of the MBA's donation in their agricultural publication. Click the link for the full coverage http://www.theprairiestar.
com/news/people_and_industry/montana-bison-association-donates-toward-herd-health-research/article_545c7d9c-4b66-11e1-bbf0-0019bb2963f4.html
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January 6-7, 2012
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Winter MBA Conference
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The annual meeting of the MBA was held in Billings on January 6 and 7, 2012 at the Best Western Kelly Inn and Suites. Christian MacKay spoke on Friday
evening and Bison Chili was served. Saturday morning at the annual meeting Andrew Bardwell was elected to serve another 3 year term on the board,
and Chris Sullivan was elected to take the board position of Dan Day. Dan has served 6 years, and we want to publicly thank him for his years of wisdom
and service to the association. John Flocchini and Danny Johnson spoke to the group about bison health research. In the afternoon a panel consisting of
producer- John Flocchini, processor-Bruce Anderson, and promoter-Dave Carter from the NBA, was informative for all in attendance. Tiny’s Tavern catered
the lunch and dinner on Saturday. It was great to see some new faces and to welcome some new members to the MBA. The Fun Auction was a great
success once again!
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June 23, 2011
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Networking Membership Priveleges
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The Montana Bison Association is happy to serve its members in any manner that it can. This includes networking for the marketing or purchasing of animals.
If you have need of animals for your operation, or if you desire to sell animals from your herd, please let us know. The MBA Board is continently in
contact about bison affairs. This brings us the benefit of knowing who can use, and who might sell animals at given times.
Also, please make use of our Classified Section on this website. We are happy to list member's classified ads as a benefit of your membership, free of
charge. Classifieds traditionally get a lot of attention on the National Bison Association Website also.
Please check your member information on this website. If you have a change of address, email address, or you desire to list more information on what your
operation may offer, let us know.
Your input and participation are essential to the success of your Montana Bison Association.
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June 2011
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MBA Logo Items
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Order your MBA travel mugs, sweat shirts, caps, or truck mud flaps with your Montana Bison Association Logo now.
Travel mugs are $10.00. Caps are $15.00. Sweat shirts are $25.00. The Montana Bison Association mud flaps are 24 inches wide by 18 inches tall.
Mud flaps are black with a white logo and run $30.00 per pair. Mud flaps can be trimmed for smaller trucks or vehicles. Costs do not include shipping.
Call or email Julie Reddig at 406-392-5321 or djreddig@nemont.net.
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