Montana Right to Farm Nuisance Protection

MCA 27-30-101 declares that no agricultural operation, place, facility, or appurtenance becomes a nuisance solely due to changed conditions in the surrounding area, provided the operation has been in place for over a year and is conducted using generally accepted agricultural practices. The statute aims to shield farmers and ranchers from lawsuits brought by new neighbors who object to typical farm noises, odors, dust, and operations. Negligent or improper operations remain actionable.

Improperly conducted operations or those violating other laws may still face nuisance suits, regulatory enforcement, and damage awards from injured parties.