Montana exports warrant commercial status for Wild Horse

Montana's economy is fueled by the dynamic interplay of many sectors that are dependent on one another in order to be successful. One area of our economy that involves several industries and has been a bright spot for our state is exporting. In 2010 alone, Montana exported $1.96 billion in goods to other countries, making last year our second most successful year ever for exports. Only 2008 was a better year for Montana in this important category.

In order for our state's export-dependent industries to continue to grow, it is important to recognize that our largest trading partner — by a facto...