Roundup Record Tribune & Winnett Times -

The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is awarding over $25,000 to two successful applicants through the Montana Agriculture Student Loan Assistance Program.

Established during the 2019 legislative session, this program encourages Montana’s college-educated youth to pursue a career in farming or ranching, reduces financial stress on ag operators, and promotes succession planning to preserve interest in our state’s agricultural future.

“Encouraging Montana’s younger generations to pursue careers in farming and ranching is key to the industry’s continued success,” said MDA Di...