Montana Department of Agriculture
Welcome!
Here at the Montana Department of Agriculture, we are honored to support the state’s #1 industry. With over 30 programs ranging from market and business development to licensing and regulating services that protect agricultural producers, consumers and the environment, our website features an abundance of information. We encourage you to explore our programs and contact us if you have ideas about how to improve our department, our services, or our website.
Growth Through Agriculture Grant & Loan Program Requesting Proposals for FY2026
The Montana Department of Agriculture is announcing the opening of the FY2026 funding cycle for the Growth Through Agriculture (GTA) program. Montana's interested in innovating or expanding agricultural businesses are invited to apply for funds through the state grant and loan program.
Pre-applications for funding open October 10, 2025 and are due November 10, 2025. Selected proposals from pre-applicants will be invited to submit a full application for funding in December. Information on submitting a pre-application, program guidelines, FAQs, and previously funded projects can be viewed on the GTA web page. Applicants may apply for grants up to $50,000 and loans up to $100,000. Examples of eligible project types cover business expansion, commercialization, and promotional, including but not limited to expenses such as equipment, supplies and materials, and consult services.
Those needing assistance are encouraged to contact their local Food and Agriculture Development Centers.
MDA On the Road
& Where to Catch Us
Montana Farmers Union Convention
Lewistown, MT | October 30-November 1
MSU Ag Appreciation Week
Bozeman, MT | November 3-8
Montana AgTech Summit
Bozeman, MT | November 6
MSU Ag Econ Outlook
Bozeman, MT | November 7
Annual Ag Law Symposium
Scottsdale, AZ | November 5-7
Entomology ESA Annual Meeting
Portland, OR | November 9-12
Montana See Potato Seminar
Missoula, MT | November 11-13
Montana Farm Bureau Annual Convention
Missoula, MT | November 17-20
MACD Annual Convention
Billings, MT | November 18-20
Montana Agritourism Conference
Bozeman, MT | November 28-29
AmeriCorps Hiring AgCorps Positions Across Montana
What is AgCorps?
AgCorps is a state AmeriCorps program administered by the Montana Department of Agriculture. AgCorps aims to improve the capacity of partner organizations to meet their mission, grow collaborations, provide effective programming, and create resilient, healthy, safe, and engaged communities in Montana. This program is also designed to serve rural and underfunded school districts in Montana that require more accessibility to Ag literacy materials.
AmeriCorps is currently hiring the following positions:
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Montana Ag by the Numbers
In fact, it is Montana’s number one industry and growing.
