AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFish and Habitat: Montana’s Fish and Wildlife Commission approved 2027–28 fishing rules, including changes to seasons and harvest limits and a ban on motorized watercraft in Mitchell Slough. FWP also has $400,000 in habitat grants available this winter, with applications due Nov. 15. Wolf Protections: The Ninth Circuit heard arguments over federal gray wolf protections in cases tied to Montana and California. A ruling could take months. Winter Outlook: Forecasters expect a very strong El Niño to bring Montana a warmer, drier winter. Wildlife Disease: Hot September weather fueled bluetongue and EHD outbreaks among southeastern Montana deer and antelope; hard frosts are slowing the insects that spread the diseases. Climate and Energy: Seventeen groups are suing Montana’s Public Service Commission, arguing it must consider climate impacts when regulating utilities. Wildfire Smoke: Montana State University won a $3 million NASA grant for a project using balloons and drones to study wildfire smoke and other air pollution.
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