This report details the state of commercial animal feed production and distribution in Montana during 1977, examining its economic significance and regulatory landscape. Drawing from data collected by the Montana Agricultural Experiment Station and the Montana Department of Agriculture, this work provides a snapshot of the agricultural industry's support systems at a specific historical juncture. It aims to document the key players, products, and market conditions prevalent in the commercial feed sector of the time, serving as a historical record for agricultural economics and policy studies.

This report is presented as a foundational document within the history of agricultural economics and policy in Montana. Its value lies in its detailed, contemporary data from 1977, offering insights into the operational and regulatory environment of the commercial feed industry during that period. The work is recognized for its importance in preserving historical knowledge of agricultural practices and economic structures.