GREAT FALLS — The Montana Farmers Union, the state’s oldest farm organization, is preparing to elect new leaders as part of its 110th annual convention this fall. Six leadership positions are on the ballot this year, including president, three district director seats, and two officer roles known as Conductor and Doorkeeper.

Aneesa Coomer reports - watch: Montana Farmers Union preparing for annual convention

Nominations for these positions close September 17, and members will cast their votes during the convention in Lewistown at the end of October.

MFU President Walter Schweitzer, who is running for re-election, says the organization is designed so members themselves drive the policies, while the board helps carry them out, saying, “Our members are the ones who craft our policy. Our b

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