Buyer. The Hearing Examiner further recommends that the proposed findings of fact, conclusions of law, and recommended order be ACCEPTED in full by the Board of Livestock. Exceptions to these proposed findings of fact, conclusions of law, and recommended order may be filed pursuant to § 2-4-621(1), MCA, and ARM 1.3.223(1). DATED August 21, 2026.

By: (/s/ Robert Stutz)/(Robert Stutz, Attorney at Law, Hearing Examiner)