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Agriculture & Local Food Committee
Our Mission
Strengthening Bitterroot Valley farmers, ranchers and producers through collaboration, advocacy, and promotion to support our economy, preserve open spaces, and honor our agricultural heritage for present and future generations.
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Part of CCMT’s Heritage Skills Workshop Series, this hands-on, three-hour workshop offers an opportunity to learn the practical, time-honored skill of poultry harvesting in a supportive community setting. Bring up to […] |
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Join us for Workers' Compensation 101, a session designed for farms and ranches stepping into their next chapter. Expanding your agritourism season? Adding new activities, bigger crowds, or hiring staff […]
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ANSWER WITH ACTION. COOK WITH PURPOSE. This September 11, join us for the National Day of Service and Remembrance as we transform Montana-grown ingredients into nourishing soups for neighbors in […] |
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We have our monthly association meetings open to the public, at no cost. Learn more about club projects, what we're doing to protect the Bitterroot River from possible polluting mines, […] |
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Strengthening Bitterroot Valley farmers, ranchers and producers through collaboration, advocacy, and promotion to support our economy, preserve open spaces, and honor our agricultural heritage for present and future generations. |
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Scholarship Opportunities
The Ag & Local Foods Committee is proud to announce the launch of the Farmer Education Scholarship program. Inspired by Carissa McNamara of Montana Farmers Union, the Ag Committee decided to use a portion of the proceeds from the 2025 Know Your Farmer event to help farmers attend conferences or other educational opportunities. The Committee will continue to fund the scholarship through event proceeds and the Chamber will distribute the funding. The application is available online and is open year-round.
Fill out the application below to be considered a grantee of these funds. For more information – please reach out to Jodi Mitchell at jodi@bvchamber.com.
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FAQ
Do I need to be a Chamber member?
No, membership is not required. Everyone is welcome!
Do I need to have an ag business or work for an ag organization?
No, anyone passionate about ag is welcome!
Does Committee have any events?
We will support & promote existing events for now & are exploring future events hosted by Ag Comm.
What is our goal?
Our goal is to help increase economic opportunties for farms, ranches & producers in the Bitterroot Valley.
Committee
Kierstin Schmitt
Co-Chair
Western Agricultural Research Center
Elyse Fox
Vice Chair
BitterRoot Land Trust
Grace Nichols
Vice Chair
Ravalli County Economic Development Authority
Raechel Hawkinson
Vice Chair
Valley Irrigation
Gretchen Pernichele
Vice Chair
Frost Top Orchard