The Montana Department of Agriculture announced that it is recruiting for open positions on its Noxious Weed Management Advisory Council, with applications and nominations due by May 31, 2026.
The available positions are for a two-year term ending June 30, 2028. The department is seeking representatives for the following roles: Recreationist / Wildlife Group Representative, Noxious Weed Free Materials Representative, Montana Weed Control Association Representative, Eastern County Weed District Representative, and an At-Large Member. The council provides guidance to the department and its noxious weed programs, which support counties, local and tribal communities, researchers, and educators in efforts to combat noxious weeds.
According to the announcement, “Service terms are two years and members are required to attend three meetings a year: spring grant hearings, a summer tour, and a winter business meeting.” Those interested in serving are encouraged to submit a letter of interest and application by Sunday, May 31, 2026. More information is available at agr.mt.gov/NoxiousWeedTrustFund.
The Montana Department of Agriculture contributes to community well-being by protecting agricultural producers, consumers and the environment via its regulatory and promotional efforts, according to the official website. The department operates across the state of Montana and offers services such as grain inspection at the Montana State Grain Lab in Great Falls. It also promotes prosperity in the state’s top industry through more than 30 programs aimed at market and business growth as well as licensing and regulatory services that safeguard farmers, consumers and the environment. Additionally, it collaborates with the Grow Montana Coalition to organize the Governor’s Food and Agriculture Summit.
For further details about these opportunities or other department programs and services related to agriculture in Montana—including grain inspection—interested parties can visit agr.mt.gov or consult additional information as listed on the official roster page.
