Serving Grain Buyers and Montana Producers

Welcome!

At the Montana Wheat & Barley Committee, we directly fund research with the goal of developing superior plant varieties and best farm practices for generations to come. We cultivate markets by building trade relationships, through educational outreach, and displaying Montana values.

MWBC is a producer-funded arm of the Montana Department of Agriculture. The Committee conducts activities on behalf of growers such as buyer relations, trade team visits, producer relations, marketing, association engagement, funding research and sponsorships for agriculture education.



Just out! Our new Spring Wheat Varieties guide covers those varieties most commonly grown in Montana, their WQI score (of great value to the end user), and the seven qualities end users seek when purchasing quality wheat. Jump to the Varieties Page to download today!

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Buyers

From Japan to Taiwan, or Mexico to Chile, buyers from around the world seek Montana wheat and barley for their finest quality foods and beverages.

Come explore Montana where you'll find family farms growing the world's best grain. Working with our partners such as US Wheat Associates and US Grains Council, lets begin a business visit!

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Montana Producers

Your checkoff dollars fund visits by more than 1,000 potential buyers each year. MWBC deepens relationships with existing buyers while seeking new prospects exploring Montana's grain industries.

See our upcoming events calendar, crop updates, regional and global marketing news and more.

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Research

MWBC allocates about 50% of checkoff dollars to research at Montana's land grant institution, Montana State University. Research priorities include critical efforts such as wheat stem sawfly or genomics; agronomic best practices; combative development focusing on weeds, pests and disease; and end-use product innovations. The grant cycle occurs every October.

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Education

We are proud to support opportunities to educate the public about Montana's robust grain industry. From baking to groceries to your favorite dining experience, foods made from Montana's superb wheat and barley are simply better.

Find out more information on how MWBC might be able to sponsor your project. If you're looking for classroom materials, we would love to hear from you!

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Our Latest Video

Thanks to AgriStudios who helped us with this most recent “About Us” video. 

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US Wheat launched a new series detailing wheat farm stewardship across the country. Interviews cover soil health and its effectiveness due to inputs, livestock rotation, no-till and much more to maintain the highest quality crop. See the trailer here and search YouTube for all episodes.

Industry Relationships