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The Montana Department of Agriculture, located in Helena, MT, is dedicated to serving Montana's agriculture industry and promoting prosperity under the Big Sky. With over 30 programs and services, they offer market and business development, licensing and regulating services, and initiatives to protect agricultural producers, consumers, and the environment. Through their Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI), the department collaborates with the USDA to provide over $3 million in competitive grant funding for projects that enhance resilience across the supply chain. These grants support infrastructure development and food distribution expansion in underserved areas, benefiting Montana's producers and fostering innovation and growth in agricultural operations.Generated from the website

The Department of Livestock operates animal health, brands enforcement and centralized services divisions. It maintains an accredited, full-service veterinary laboratory that provides disease diagnostic support for veterinarians, livestock producers and companion animal owners, as well as state and federal agencies. The department s laboratory tests dairy products for zoonotic diseases. Its divisions offer fiscal and budgeting support and assistance with policy development and implementation. Additionally, the department s divisions provide online ordering services. Its divisions are responsible for the prevention, control and eradication of animal diseases. The Department of Livestock is operated by the State of Montana, which offers higher education opportunities through colleges and universities.

The Montana Department of Justice serves as the state's premier law enforcement and legal agency, dedicated to maintaining public safety and upholding the law across Montana. It encompasses various divisions, including the Montana Highway Patrol, the State Crime Lab, and the Office of Consumer Protection, and is responsible for prosecuting criminals and representing the state in legal matters. In addition to its law enforcement functions, the Department focuses on critical issues such as combating drugs and crime, stopping human trafficking, and protecting citizens from federal overreach. Through programs like the Sexual and Violent Offender Registry and the Office of Victim Services, the Department plays a vital role in safeguarding the well-being of Montanans. Generated from the website