Montanans encouraged to 'Get out and Grow'

From Montana Department of Agriculture

HELENA — Over the next month, the Montana Department of Agriculture is challenging folks across the state to get out and get growing.

In conjunction with the Montana Agricultural Business Association, East Helena High School FFA and Montana State University Extension, the department is launching an online campaign to help folks start their own home garden.

“Spring is in full swing and with many of us working and schooling from home, now is a great time to start a garden,” said Agriculture Director Ben Thomas. “Starting a garden at home is a...