MANAGAGE REPORTABLE DISEASE PREVALENCE IN MONTANA
Maintain import requirements for animals entering Montana to prevent disease introductionManage the risk of brucellosis transmission to livestock in SW MontanaPerform regulatory testing at the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
Strategic Outcome#1 Key Measures Review and update import requirements in ARM to minimize regulatory burdens while also addressing risk of disease introductionMaintain at least 95% or above compliance with brucellosis testing requirementsPartner with FWP to conduct landowner outreach and disease surveillance of wildlifeFinalize the veterinary diagnostic laboratory's AAVLD review to regain full accreditation
MAINTAIN INTEGRITY IN LIVESTOCK IDENTIFICATION, MARKETING, AND MOVEMENT
Strategic Outcome #2
Provide enhanced capabilities on the brand lien portal for renewalsConduct targeted truck stop and enforcement activity across the stateProvide additional electronic inspections/permits to the livestock industryDevelop additional brand identification documents
Key Measures • Improve the Lien Renewal experience for external lenders and strengthen how the state tracks lien renewal and termination activity internally for the 2027 renewal period• Conduct at least 6 truck stop activities across the state to check and monitor compliance• Further develop the pilot program that allows deputy stock inspectors to issue electronic inspections and better educate livestock producers on the online no cost market permits• Develop brand identification wallet cards for brand owners that include all information needed for livestock inspections