Montana Oilseed Advisory Committee Application Deadline Extended

The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is seeking applications from growers interested in serving on an Oilseed Advisory Committee. The deadline for applications is April 30, 2020.

MDA received a verified petition from 25 Montana growers to create a Montana Oilseed Advisory Committee in 2019. After receiving the petition, MDA held two listening sessions, the first in Great Falls on December 3rd, and the second in Glendive on February 14th. Growers present at those meetings unanimously expressed their support for proceeding with the formation of a committee.

Those interested in serving on the committee can find an application here. Applications can be submitted to MDA:

Via email at: danielle.jones@mt.gov

Via mail at: Montana Department of Agriculture

Oilseed Advisory Committee

302 N. Roberts

Helena, MT 59601

Following the application deadline, Director Thomas will evaluate the applications and make appointments, officially forming the committee. In addition to advising MDA on research, marketing and education efforts, the committee will be responsible for proposing an assessment and collection method for a Montana oilseed checkoff. The proposed assessment and method of collection will then be submitted to all known Montana oilseed growers for a formal vote.

The Montana Department of Agriculture’s mission is to protect producers and consumers, and to enhance and develop agriculture and allied industries. For more information on the Montana Department of Agriculture, visit agr.mt.gov.