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The Amazon rainforest, long known as the ‘lungs of our planet,’ now releases more carbon than it absorbs

Human activity, like deforestation, is turning the Amazon rainforest from a carbon sink into a carbon emitter.

406Jobs – Empowering Montanans to Close the Gap Between Good People and Good Jobs

The 406 JOBS initiative provides a strategy to promote pathways to work, empower workforce talent and address workforce challenges.

Why Narcissistic Leaders Don’t Like Remote Work

A new study from Wharton’s Adam Grant finds narcissism is the common denominator among CEOs who are most resistant to remote and hybrid work.

Saco, Montana The Tiny Town With Big Adventures

It’s surprising what even the smallest towns in Montana can offer, and Saco (population 159) is no exception.

Entrepreneurship is one of rural America’s greatest economic strengths. – Bozeman, Montana

This national analysis is paired with fieldwork in Bozeman, Montana, one of the highest-performing rural-rooted entrepreneurial economies in the United States, to explore how different forms of capital reinforce one another and how local strengths can become meaningful economic advantages.

Toronto Residents Halt Bike Lane Removal Amid Fierce Protests – Should Be a Wake Up Call for the US, Too

Cyclists and activists physically blocked workers and police to stop the dismantling of 18 kilometers of bike lanes. The conflict highlights a growing debate over urban transportation priorities and infrastructure.

The Missing Ingredient in the Fight To End Car Crash Deaths is… Fewer Cars

Researchers found a strong link between higher driving mileage and fatality rates, suggesting modest reductions in driving could improve road safety. They recommend prioritizing safety projects that make alternatives to driving more accessible and practical.

USDA Bans Solar Funding in Key Rural Energy Program

The USDA’s new rules exclude solar projects from the Rural Energy for America Program, sparking legal challenges from farmers and environmental groups. This policy shift could impact renewable energy investments in Montana’s agricultural communities.

GFDA Top Ten for 10/25/26

We have a career opening for a Business Development Officer who will focus on growing and diversifying the region’s food, ag, and bio processing industries and for a Business Attraction Specialist who will help us attract business investment to the region. Download our Career Opportunities. Please pass along to great candidates.

‘I realize that feels like a betrayal’: Bozeman City Commission approves $2.4 million purchasing agreement with Axon Enterprise

The decision was met with heavy criticism from some members of the community