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Specialty Crop Funding Available, MT Dept. of Ag is Accepting Grant Applications
The Montana Department of Agriculture announced that funding is available and applications will be accepted to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops. After receiving funding from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the state...
Montana Hail Program Pays Out Record Amount 186% of Premiums Paid in 2013
Montana’s hail insurance program paid out record amounts in 2013. Due to the costs associated with the extensive crop damage, the hail board voted to not offer refunds to farmers this year. After issuing 2,082 polices last year, the Montana...
New Montana Wheat and Barley Bureau Chief Announced
Montana Department of Agriculture Director Ron de Yong announced the selection of Collin Watters as the new wheat and barley bureau chief. This position also serves as the executive vice president of the Montana Wheat and Barley Committee. Official...