MNLA was formed in 1954 by a group of professionals who shared similar concerns and interests in the emerging industry of horticulture. MNLA represents nursery stock growers, retailers, landscape contractors, garden center owners, irrigation contractors, landscape architects, allied industries and associated industry individuals within and outside the state of Montana. The mission of the MNLA is to provide programming, information, and other opportunities for professional development of direct benefit to its members. MNLA promotes the nursery and landscape industry in Montana through education and community interaction.