COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Information

• Inquiries: 1-888-333-0461

• Email COVID19Info@mt.gov

Read Montana State's State of Emergency Declaration

• Read Directive on implementing Executive Order 2-2021
• Governor Gianforte announces COVID-19 vaccine is open to all Montanans on April 1

COVID-19 RELIEF FUND

Montana Meat Processing Infrastructure Grant

The MMPIG program was created to aid small and medium-sized meat processors in responding to the COVID-19 crisis through the adaptation and advancement of meat processing infrastructure and capacity in Montana. Over $12 million was awarded for 106 projects across 46 counties in Montana.

 Click here  to view the full list of award recipients. The application period for this program is closed.

MT Agriculture Adaptability Program

The Montana Food and Agriculture Market Adaptability Program (MTFAAP) was created to aid small and medium-sized food and agriculture businesses in responding to the COVID-19 crisis through business adaptation and diversification. Over $1 million was awarded to 109 projects across 40 counties in Montana.

Click here to view the list of award recipients. The application period for this program is closed.

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
• Maintaining an acceptable social distance and wearing masks while performing field work.

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

• FDA COVID-19 Vaccination and  the Food & Agriculture Sector
• FDA Food Safety & COVID-19
• USDA COVID-19 Federal Rural Resource Guide
• USDA COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
• CDC Guidance for Cleaning & Disinfecting Your Facility
• OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19

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