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TED SCHWINDEN 



GOVERNOR 



Fellow Montanans: 



The 1984 Montana Agricultural Statistics bulletin provides the accurate 

 statistical information to assist Montana's farmers and ranchers, and others 

 in making sound business decisions. 



Agriculture has become a complex, capital-intensive industry requiring 

 increasingly sophisticated management tools. Knowledge of the material 

 and human resources necessary to produce, process, transport, and market 

 Montana's many agricultural products is an essential part of maintaining a 

 healthy economy. 



I hope you can use this publication in your efforts to build a more 

 prosperous Montana. 



Sincerely, 



ED SCHWINDEN 

 Governor 



