Green’s sheep, cows continue to do well despite fluctuating weather

Morgan Rose
Feb 10, 2022
Feb 10, 2022 Updated Feb 13, 2022

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COHAGEN, Mont. – As the calendar marches forth through the heart of winter, it seems that Mother Nature is a bit confused as to what the weather should be like right now. The Missouri River Break country where generational rancher, Lane Green, operates is noted for its often harsh winters. So far in 2022, however, the winter has been anything but that.

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