Investment Heifer

2026 RMLA Youth Investment Heifer

Donated by: Steve and Susan Graveley Ranch



Applications are due: August 10, 2026


General information
    The RMLA Youth Investment Heifer is a program that the Rocky Mountain Livestock Association started for the future of agriculture. It was developed and designed to help young individuals get more actively involved in production agriculture. Additionally, it should both stimulate interest and cultivate knowledge in the ranching industry for these young individuals. Heifers are donated by RMLA members and youth can fill out an application for this heifer in which the winner will be decided by the RMLA Scholarship Committee.



Requirements
  • Individual must be 11-17 years of age
  • Must take the heifer project to the local Fair for two years
  • Must hang up a banner at the local fair (youth’s cost)
  • Must give a presentation on what they gained from the project at the annual RMLA Banquet
  • Must donate 1/3 of the proceeds of the first calf sold, back to an AG organization in the State of Montana


Typed applications must include
  • Name, phone number of applicant, age, 4-H club or FFA Chapter
  • Town applicant resides in
  • Fair applicant will take heifer to
  • Why do you want a RMLA Youth Investment Heifer
  • What do you hope to gain from receiving a heifer
  • What type of facilities do you have to care for the heifer
  • Why do you think you should be the applicant to receive the heifer
  • What is your interest in agriculture
  • How have you benefited agriculture in your area


2026 Heifer Application
    Applications must be complete and submitted by August 10, 2026
Online Application



or Mail Typed Applications To
    RMLA
    Attn: Investment Heifer Committee
    P O Box 364
    Avon, MT 59713
Print Application



Questions
All decisions and questions will be decided upon by RMLA Banquet and Scholarship Committee Members