Montana Farmers Union funds C.M. Russell High School greenhouse in Great Falls, Montana

An agriculture academy at Great Falls Public Schools’ high schools is one step closer to reality, thanks to a donation by the Montana Farmers Union.

The high-school program, which will start in the fall, is aimed at giving students a core set of classes for career development in the agriculture industry. The Montana Farmers Union donated $13,500 to the program so a greenhouse can be purchased and used at C.M. Russell High School.

"It’s really exciting to have this outpouring of support," said Jodi Koterba, ag academy director.

By KRISTEN CATES • Tribune Staff Writer

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