Seven U.S. cattle operations were named in the divisions across the country. Region five (that represents Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Oregon and Washington) went to Veseth Cattle Co. in Malta, Montana. The Montana Stock Growers Association nominated the ranch.
The Veseth family began land conservation when they arrived in the area in 1886. Today, four generations of family live and work on the ranch preserving the land that runs Red Angus composite females and utilizes an artificial insemination program.
The winners were nominated because of their extensive efforts to work with local communities and government agencies to assist in the development of conservation practices and conserving the rangelands. This may be done through research efforts and educational efforts.
The ranch has worked with local operations to generate more quality genetics and run a heifer development program. These partnerships work together to test new ideas, if it works the information is passed on.
Since 1905 the partners have developed 156 reservoir and pit-dams. These help reduce impact on riparian areas and create a better habitat for the livestock.
The winners are chosen by a committee made up of past winners, university faculty, government agencies, conservation and environmental organizations and administered by the National Cattlemen’s Foundation.
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