AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWolf Policy Shake-Up: Trump’s order kicks off a 90-day review aimed at delisting or downlisting gray wolves and Mexican gray wolves, a move that could reshape how states manage predators and how ranchers protect livestock. Public Lands & Habitat: A long-debated “Roadless Rule” repeal proposal is out for public comment, with critics warning it could open large areas of national forest to logging and road building. Mining & Water Risks: Hamilton and Missoula County are pushing the U.S. Forest Service for deeper review of the Sheep Creek rare earth project, arguing potential impacts to Bitterroot water, recreation, fisheries, and downstream communities. Wildlife Health Alerts: Montana livestock and pet owners are being warned about New World screwworm and increased rabies risk, with officials urging vigilance and reporting of suspicious wounds. Conservation Funding: NRCS conservation program applications are open, and Montana is also launching an urban tree canopy grant aimed at planting 100,000 trees. Local Wildlife & Recreation: FWP named a new northwest Montana fisheries manager, and Region 4 big game is entering fall in notably good condition after improved late-spring forage. Climate Update: NOAA reports the U.S. just logged its hottest August, hottest summer, and hottest year-to-date on record.
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