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Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG)

Climate Pollution Reduction Grant

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Incentivize Innovation in the Cattle and Beef Industry

The Innovation in the Cattle and Beef Industry is an intensive/feedlot-based measure that aims to bring regenerative Montana-raised beef full circle and create a regenerative animal feeding operation. It is a three-part measure which includes:

  • Greenhouse gas (GHG) capture through indoor feeding operations and manure digesters
  • Renewable energy systems by converting gas and solar into energy
  • Organic fertilizer production and use

More information on The Innovation in the Cattle and Beef Industry

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Fertilizer Use & Innovation for Improved Soil Health

The Fertilizer Use & Innovation measure aims to improve soil health and reduce GHG emissions and nutrient leaching in soils and educate farmers. The practices used include:

  • Soil testing
  • Variable fertilizer rates or On-Field Precision experimentation
  • Nitrogen fixing cover crops
  • Right time, right rate, right source and right place

More information on Fertilizer Use & Innovation for Improved Soil Health

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Ranchland Stewardship Program

The Ranchland Steward Program is a grazing-based measure which aims to improve soil health, resiliency, and carbon drawdown through sustainable grazing practices. Such practices include:

  • Shorter grazing duration
  • Higher stock density
  • Smaller pasture sizes
  • Longer recovery periods

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More information on the Ranchland Stewardship Program

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