BIG SANDY, Mont. — Montana Department of Agriculture Director Christy Clark and representatives from the Department continued their focus on highlighting the diversity in Montana’s agricultural ecosystem earlier this week where they joined Bob Quinn to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting at the Quinn Institute in Big Sandy.
“We need more Bob Quinns in this world,” said Director Christy Clark. “Bob is a true innovator that pushes the boundaries of agriculture. Farmer led research is critical to advancing the ag industry and promotes sustainable yet context-specific solutions.”
The Quinn Institute combines agricultural research, education, and health care to demonstrate and analyze the connection between good food and good health. Their mission is “to scale up the number of successful regenerative organic producers and demonstrate that agriculture can be both profitable and a force for good.” Established by Bob Quinn, a 4th generation farmer, scientist, author, and advocate for sustainable farming practices, the Quinn Institute is a “culmination of my life’s work,” said Quinn.
The 700-acres of donated land will serve as the regenerative, organic research spread for various agricultural systems including dryland cropping rotations, native pasture, livestock, and more.
Director Clark and participants took a field tour to learn more about reclaiming saline seeps, dryland cropping, and weed monitoring. The Montana Department of Agriculture applauds Bob Quinn and his commitment to agriculture and community.
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