Insights -- Northwest Montana's Business Journal
Insights delivers in-depth coverage of Northwest Montana’s business community, highlighting local entrepreneurs, industry trends, and economic developments.
Limited yield: High costs force Northwest Montana farmers to restrict wheat planting
But turning the grain into staple foods sold at the bakery and served on the dinner table is facing challenges, as…
Small farm, big dreams at Lily Bend Farm
When the couple purchased 5 acres in Evergreen several years ago, a big, beautiful garden was always the goal. But they knew it was going to take a lot of hard…
The water infrastructure behind Montana's legacy crops
The broader ag economy runs on hay, wheat, barley, canola, and cattle. Hay alone covers more acreage than every other crop combined.
Manufacturing Alliance: Crafting beer alongside Montana’s agricultural roots
Bias Brewing is building community through craft brewing in Downtown Kalispell and at its roots are Montana agriculture products.
UM Women in Business student club builds community
She came up with an idea for a Women in Business student club, where female students could network, offer mentorship and grow professionally in traditionally m…
Stories of adaptation
For this month’s edition of Insights, we take a closer look at agriculture from two perspectives that, while very different in scale, reflect many of the same …
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Can man: Ryan Ellis turned a hobby into a venture that gives back to the community
It’s a labor of love for Ryan Ellis, who has always been an avid recycler.
Talking trash: A look at recycling services in the Flathead Valley
Montanans recycle 19% of the waste generated here, according to the state environmental agency. The overall U.S. recycling rate is about 32%, according to the …
Montana State students take top prizes at international marketing conference in Chicago
The conference was held March 12-14 and attended by approximately 1,900 students representing AMA chapters from more than 150 universities across the country.
Ask an Expert: Why aren’t there more recycling options in Montana?
Due to the nature of the state, ease and access to resources are not as convenient as they might be in a more densely populated state.
Recycling is not limited to what’s in household bins
We studied companies in the United Kingdom and found financial gains in supply chains through increased sales, cost savings, employment, and business developme…
Built in the Flathead: Columbia Falls manufacturer combines advanced technology, skilled workers to reach customers worldwide
Located in Columbia Falls, Defiance Machine produces high-end bolt-action rifle receivers used by professional shooters, hunters, and law enforcement agencies …
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Recycling resourcefulness
For this month’s edition of Insights, we take a closer look at what recycling actually looks like across the Flathead Valley. Who is doing the work? How does i…