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Glendive, Montana food project is model that sets the standards for local food systems.
“The idea is that we shouldn’t be paying out-of-state companies for products that can be grown or produced in Montana.”
German Company, Fuhrlander AG to Build Wind Turbine Plant near Butte, Montana
The company selected Montana for its North American manufacturing facility because of recent incentives adopted by the state, and plans for wind farm development in the region. It also said a favorable political environment, including Schweitzer’s push for wind power, helped.
Hearing on Montana Alberta Tie Ltd. high-voltage power line study set for March 13 in Conrad
The MATL line would wheel electricity between Great Falls and Lethbridge, Alta., through Glacier, Pondera, Chouteau, Teton and Cascade counties.
Montana rancher finds market for ‘free’ beef – Montana Ranch Brand
"We’re raising the product for the consumers," Larry Descheemaeker said. "It’s all natural, no antibiotics, no hormones, nothing extra in the food. And it’s source-verified."
Branding Helena “The West’s Learning Center for the Arts”
A fall kickoff is eyed for formally launching the “The West’s Learning Center for the Arts” brand for Helena in an effort to extend the tourist season, draw more visitors to town and create additional economic development.
Montana Department of Commerce Launches Website for Technology Transfer from Montana Universities and Business Development Resources
"Montana’s on the move with a flourishing high tech industry," said Governor Brian Schweitzer. "The Big Sky Innovation web site is a remarkable resource that will help our technology business sector connect and continue to grow, further strengthening Montana’s economy."
The Burton K. Wheeler Center for Public Policy Invites You to Discuss: Climate Change In Montana: Impacts & Opportunities For Agriculture And Energy , 5/12-13, Bozeman
The Wheeler conference will, in a non-partisan and inclusive way, explore all these issues through well-formed panels and knowledgeable speakers. Whitney MacMillan, former President of Cargill, Inc., will provide the evening keynote.
AE Biofuels builds demonstration plant in Butte
The feedstocks include switch grass, straw and corn stalks, which will be used alone and in combination with a variety of starches and sugars.
Laurel, Montana’s Wood’s Powr Grip growing global sales
"These figures reflect how valuable our export commodities are in the world market," Gov. Brian Schweitzer said in a news release.
Montana issues new strategic tourism plan
To remain competitive in the tourism industry over the next five years, Montana must improve coordination within its tourism sector and find sustainable ways to manage its natural resources.
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