COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Information

• Montana’s official website for COVID-19 info:
  • covid19.mt.gov
    • Call 1-888-333-0461
    • Email COVID19Info@mt.gov

Governor's Phased Approach to Reopening the Big Sky

• Governor Bullock announces plan to implement and establish Phase 2 of reopening beginning June 1st
  • Read the Directive
• Governor Bullock announces plan to begin phased reopening of Montana beginning April 27th 
  • Read the Directive

COVID-19 RELIEF FUND 

MT Meat Processing Improvement Grant

$150,000 available to small and medium-sized businesses for adaptation and expansion of meat processing infrastructure and capacity in Montana.

MT Agriculture Adaptability Program

$10,000 available to small and medium-sized food and agriculture businesses for adaptation and diversification in response to COVID-19.

MDA Response

To help slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect our staff and the public, Montana Department of Agriculture staff are currently working from home. We can still be reached during regular business hours (8:00 a.m – 5:00 p.m.). Please view our staff directory or email agr@mt.gov for assistance.

Social Distancing

MDA staff are practicing social distancing as recommended by public health experts. This includes:

• Teleworking
• Cancellation of all in-person pesticide re-certification training until further notice
• Cancellation of Pesticide License Testing until further notice

Public Health Information

• Montana public health agencies and the Governor’s Coronavirus Task Force are actively working to limit the spread of COVID-19 in Montana
  • covid19.mt.gov
  • COVID-19 - Coronavirus - Global, National, and State Information Resource
  • Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services - Coronavirus
• Contact your local county or tribal health department with questions regarding COVID-19 or testing in your community
  • County or Tribal Health Departments
• Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Coronavirus web page
  • Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Farm and Food Businesses

• MT Meat Processing Improvement Grant - small and medium-sized meat processors eligible for up to $150,000 for adaptation and expansion of meat processing infrastructure and capacity in Montana
• Interim Guidance from CDC and US Dept. of Labor for Agriculture Workers and Employers
• MT Coronavirus Relief Fund - Small and Medium-sized businesses eligible for up to $10,000 through Agriculture Adaptability Program
  • Click to Apply
• USDA COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
• CDC Guidance for Cleaning & Disinfecting Your Facility
• OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
• Governor Bullock implements actions to increase the ability of commercial motor carrier vehicles to ensure a supply of food, farm inputs, feed, hay, and medical supplies
• Governor Bullock’s Stay at Home Directive identifies essential businesses and operations related to food & ag
• Emergency loans available for small businesses in Montana
• Governor Bullock extends tax filing deadline in MT to July 15th

Livestock & Pets

• Livestock markets and related businesses guidance
• CDC animals and coronavirus disease

Montana Department of Agriculture
Phone : (406) 444-3144
E-mail : agr@mt.gov
Fax : (406) 444-5409
302 N Roberts
Helena, MT 59601