Jim Barnam, owner of the B&J Sawmill in Reed Point, Montana, walks through piles of logs in the sawmill’s yard. (AP Photo/Billings Gazette, James Woodcock)

The State of Montana Forestry

The U.S. Forest Service hopes to improve forest health and reduce wildfires with increased timber harvests. How will that effect Montana?
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The Succession Crisis of Baby Boomer Businesses

A crisis is brewing in Montana and across the country for retiring business owners in their 60s and 70s – who will take over their businesses?
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The Colstrip Electric Generating Station in Colstrip, Montana. (AP Photo, Matt Brown)

The Future of Colstrip

What will be the economic impact of the early retirement of Units 3 and 4 of the coal-fired Colstrip Electric Generating Station?
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Synchronized Global Expansion

Global economic conditions are important for Montana businesses because many operate in the world market.
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