The Montana Noxious Weed Trust Fund (NWTF) grant program aims to provide funding for the development and implementation of weed management programs across Montana. Established by the 1985 Montana Legislature, the program has a trust fund of $10 million, which is utilized for research, education, and local cooperative projects to address various weed problems. The program encourages collaboration among counties, local communities, researchers, and educators to enhance weed management efforts. Applications are accepted annually, with a deadline of January 6th each year, and projects can receive funding for up to three years in specific cases. The maximum grant request is $75,000 per year, with a total funding amount of $10 million available for various projects.