Montana Title 80. Agriculture § 80-5-601. Legislative findings--purpose

(a) the production of diverse agricultural crops is critical to the economic stability of Montana;

(b) Montana's agricultural companies and producers strive to operate their companies and grow their crops pursuant to generally accepted farming principles and practices;

(c) agricultural companies and producers in Montana are responsible for operating their businesses in a cooperative manner with their neighbors;

(d) the ability of Montana's growers to continue to compete in an expanding worldwide market is dependent upon access to a variety of crops that are resistant to diseases and pests;

(e) Montana's arid climate necessitates the development of types of crops that are drought-tolerant; and

(f) science has been a critical part of agriculture since its inception.