Josh Bilbao serves as the agricultural resource conservationist for JSWCD.  Prior to his move to Oregon, Josh lived in Montana where he most recently worked for Montana State University Extension as an agriculture/horticulture extension agent. Josh has both a bachelor’s degree in wildlife management and a master’s degree in range management from Montana State University. Josh has a wide variety of agriculture expertise ranging from cow/calf operations, grazing/pasture management, irrigation efficiency, small grains and organic vegetable production. He has spent a significant portion of his natural resource career working with landowners on pest management strategies and taking a more holistic approach for the overall health of the environment. 

In his spare time Josh loves spending time with his family, playing and watching sports, gardening, and exploring the outdoors.      

Contact Josh for questions about pasture management, agricultural water quality, and soil health.