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TED SCHWINDEN 



GOVERNOR 



Fellow Montanans: 



As the Governor of Montana and as a farmer, I realize the great 

 importance of agriculture to the health of Montana's economy. 



Farming has become a complex business that requires farmers to use 

 their resources wisely. During these tough economic times, management 

 decisions become critical. The agricultural statistics in this handbook are 

 intended to assist farmers with those decisions. 



I commend the people who have compiled this information, and I hope 

 that the publication will be a valuable resource to those who use it. 



Sincerely, 



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TED SCHWINDEN 

 Governor 



