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Montana Agricultural Statistics 1 992 



COMMENTS FROM 

 THE GOVERNOR 



In order to maintain a competitive 

 market position in worldwide 

 agriculture, Montana producers must 

 have accurate information and 

 statistics. The information 

 contained in this bulletin assists 

 agricultural producers in evaluating 

 alternatives and in making informed 

 decisions within a dynamic industry. 

 Ensuring access to desired and useful 

 information is part of our effort to 

 improve the business environment in 

 our great state. 



Increasingly, today's agriculture is 

 becoming a complex, technologically 

 advanced business, one that requires 

 sophisticated management, marketing, 

 and investment decisions. The 

 agricultural statistics bulletin 

 helps Montana producers capitalize on 

 opportunities and become more 

 competitive in the markets with which they must deal. 



Through the dedication and persistence of agricultural business 

 people, our state's number one industry has endured many difficulties. 

 Montana producers continue to provide consumers with an abundance of 

 excellent quality products. Enhanced opportunities for agricultural 

 products processed in Montana have functioned to create and maintain 

 jobs. This places more value on our excellent agricultural products. 



With our exceptional high quality products, we will continue to make 

 agriculture the economic basis of Montana. 



Stan Stephens 

 Governor 



