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Learn about life on the ranch, from the people that know it best. Explore the articles below to stay informed on the Montana ranch real estate market, read expert insights on the ranch and Western lifestyle, and discover some of the best places and things to do in Montana.

Celebrate National Beef Month
Top Broker Podcast: Featuring Jim Toth
The World Famous Miles City Bucking Horse Sale
Explore Livingston, Montana
Best Small Town Restaurants in Montana
About Montana Western Lifestyle

May is officially National Beef Month! The Western Ranch Brokers team recognizes the contributions of local cattle ranchers to the beef industry and shares some of their favorite recipes for top quality Montana beef.

May 28, 2023
Expert Insights Market Updates

Real estate broker and podcaster Phil Wells interviews Western Ranch Broker’s Jim Toth on an episode of Top Broker to talk about Jim’s background, how he got into Montana ranch real estate and his advice for success in the ranch real estate market.

May 19, 2023
About Montana Western Lifestyle

Miles City Montana has been the home for the World Famous Bucking Horse Sale for the last 68 years. The three day event features a bucking stock auction, rodeo and an all-out celebration of the Western lifestyle.

April 21, 2023
About Montana

Choose your own adventure in Livingston, Montana. Located just 30 minutes from Bozeman, and an hour from Yellowstone National Park, this outdoor sportsman’s paradise also has a thriving art community.

April 19, 2023
About Montana Western Lifestyle

Montana’s abundance of fresh beef, fish and produce make the Treasure State a great place to go out to dinner. While we can’t list all of the delicious restaurants in “small town” Montana, we’ve gathered a list of the Western Ranch Broker’s team’s personal favorites. Bon appétit!

April 6, 2023

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Explore Livingston, Montana

Choose your own adventure in Livingston, Montana. Located just 30 minutes from Bozeman, and an
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Best Small Town Restaurants in Montana

Montana's abundance of fresh beef, fish and produce make the Treasure State a great place
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Calving Season and Cattle Market Outlook

As calving season in Montana goes into full swing, forecasters discuss what's expected for the
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2023 Outlook: Montana’s Water Supply

2023 Outlook on the Montana water supply including current snowpack levels, forecasted spring weather and
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Market Update: 2023 Montana Land Values

Statistics for 2022 Montana land values and predictions for the year ahead from the annual
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The ‘Yellowstone’ Effect: Controversy and Commerce

The television series Yellowstone has been the source of much controversy for Montana locals, but
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