AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMontana Land Board: The board stalled proposed grazing-lease changes after tribal concerns, with comments showing most opponents fear the policy would shift trust-land access. Right-to-repair: A new FTC settlement could expand what Montana farmers and independent shops can do on John Deere equipment by requiring access to repair tools and software. Agriculture & livestock: USDA is seeking nominees for the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board, and Montana livestock officials are urging vigilance for New World screwworm as entry rules tighten for animals from Texas and New Mexico. Energy & jobs: Montana opened a new Combined State Laboratories building in Bozeman to boost agricultural testing and diagnostics, and the state won an $800,000 federal grant to expand registered apprenticeships statewide. Local life: Missoula County and City leaders will vote on a Green Power Program milestone, and Flathead Lake’s cherry harvest is in full swing with U-pick stops drawing visitors.
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