THOMAS L. JUDGE 



GOVERNOR 



Montana State Ubrary 



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State of (iHontana 

 C)fficc of (Elic (SoDrmor 



September 2, 1980 



To The People of The State of Montana: 



Montana Agricultural Statistics is the most comprehensive collection 

 of agricultural data in Montana. It identifies the scope of agriculture, 

 which is the leading industry in the state. 



The facts contained in Volume XVI II will assist all who need informa- 

 tion for research, planning, and decision-making. 



I commend the cooperative effort of the Montana Department of Agricul- 

 ture and the Crop and Livestock Reporting Service in compiling this statis- 

 tical handbook. 



Sincerely, 



THOMAS L. JUDGE 

 Governor 



