Montana Farm Bureau says Congressional relief package would boost farmers and ranchers
By: Jonathon Ambarian
and last updated 2020-12-23 12:10:55-05
HELENA â Leaders in the agriculture industry say Montana farmers and ranchers will see significant benefits from the COVID-19 relief and spending package that Congress approved Monday.
The Montana Farm Bureau Federation estimates $13 billion from the stimulus package will directly support agriculture. They identified a number of specific provisions that will be boosts for Montana growers:
· New assistance for growers of specialty crops, including fruits and vegetables
· Payments of $20 per acre for crops like wheat and barley
· Grants for small meat and poultry processors to upgrade their operations
Montana Farm Bureau says Congressional relief package would boost farmers and ranchers
By: Jonathon Ambarian
and last updated 2020-12-23 12:20:15-05
HELENA â Leaders in the agriculture industry say Montana farmers and ranchers will see significant benefits from the COVID-19 relief and spending package that Congress approved Monday.
The Montana Farm Bureau Federation estimates $13 billion from the stimulus package will directly support agriculture. They identified a number of specific provisions that will be boosts for Montana growers:
· New assistance for growers of specialty crops, including fruits and vegetables
· Payments of $20 per acre for crops like wheat and barley
· Grants for small meat and poultry processors to upgrade their operations