Memorial Day weekend is the beef industry’s official kickoff to the summer grilling season. However, several states including Montana are getting a head start by celebrating Beef Month all of May!
The Western Ag Network’s Russell Nemetz shares more about a fun partnership with the Montana Beef Council and Wendy’s.
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