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, […]
Agriculture & Local Foods
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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111 South 4th Street Wednesdays June - September 4-6 PM O'Hara Commons believes that one of the most effective ways to strengthen local food systems is through developing food-based programs […]
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Join us for the annual Pie Sale at O'Hara Commons, one of the most anticipated events of the year. Support local ag, and enjoy delicious pie!
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O’Hara Commons Annual Pie Sale & Harvest Celebration Saturday, October 10 • 5–7 PM • O’Hara Commons Come celebrate the harvest with us at O’Hara Commons! Our annual Pie Sale […]
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Want to see conservation impact from your own front porch?? Join the Bitterroot Water Partnership and Great Bear Native Plants in our annual Water-Wise Landscaping Workshop to learn about gardening […]
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1 event,Maximizing Montana’s Agriculture Opportunity, Oct 23-24: Attend the 3rd Governor’s Summit on Montana Food and Agriculture: Maximizing Montana’s Agriculture Opportunity from October 23-24, 2026, in Helena. The Montana 2026 Governor’s Summit on […] |
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🎃 Bring the kids to the farm for a delightfully spooky Halloween afternoon filled with music, creativity, farm adventures, and fresh-air fun! 👻🍂 Come dressed for the season and enjoy fun, spooky music while […] |
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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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🎃 Bring the kids to the farm for a delightfully spooky Halloween afternoon filled with music, creativity, farm adventures, and fresh-air fun! 👻🍂 Come dressed for the season and enjoy fun, spooky music while […] |
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