Proposals sought for potato research

The Montana Potato Advisory Committee is seeking proposals for the Montana Potato Research and Market Development Program.

Proposals are due Feb. 17.

Proposals should relate to demonstration projects, applied research, and market development projects designed to address needs and opportunities for the Montana potato industry.

The committee will review proposals at the first regular meeting of the year. They will review all applications and make recommendations to the department for funding. Projects must be innovative and not duplicate relevant research already available to Montana potato producers. If relevant research is available, the applicant must explain how the proposed research will build upon the previous research.

Montana’s 2022 potato production is valued at $70 to $80 million, solidifying the state as a leader in the production of potatoes and seed potatoes.

Questions on applications should be directed to the Montana Potato Research and Market Development Program, PO Box 200201, Helena, MT 59620-0201 or by contacting Dani Jones at (406) 444-2402 or via email at Danielle.Jones@mt.gov.