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Montana Board of Land Commissioners Agenda 2026-05-18

Board declines $80/acre bid on Pondera lease

$80/acre (offered)Montana Secretary of State|Board of Land CommissionersZ & Z FARMS LLCMay 18, 2026

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Description

The high bid of $80 per acre from Z & Z Farms LLC for Pondera County Lease No. 10590 was rejected by the Montana Board of Land Commissioners. The Board favored the incumbent lessees at a lower rate deemed more consistent with community standards and sustainable management.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

$80/acre (offered)

Vendor

Z & Z FARMS LLC

Agency

Montana Secretary of State|Board of Land Commissioners, MT

Contract Type

OTHER

Document Date

May 18, 2026

Renewal Info

High bid under 2026 competitive bid hearing was not adopted under MCA 77-6-205 because it exceeded community standards and raised long-term sustainability concerns.

Issuing Agency