• Introduction
Many people make plans to open an agriculture-related business but are quite surprised by the number of laws and regulations that apply to their situation.

• How to Apply for a Motor Fuel Retail Outlet License
Before a person or business transfers, sells, dispenses or offers for sale motor fuel in the state of Michigan, they must obtain a license from the Michigan Department of Agriculture.

• How to Apply for a Food Service License
Food Service establishments, including restaurants, fixed, mobile, vending machine locations, and temporary food service establishments are licensed by the local/county health departments.

• Food License Exemptions
Some firms do not require a food establishment license but are still subject to inspection by MDA or local agencies.

• License Type Guide with Fees

• Commercial Pesticide Application Certification Categories
Commercial applicators who apply for certification or register technician status must designate the type of pesticide application(s) they will make on the appropriate MDA application form.

• Nursery License Instructions

• Nursery/Plant Dealer & Grower License Application Form (PI-017) 

• Reciprocity of Nursery License From Other States
Licensing requirements may be waived if the non-resident nursery operator, grower or dealer is licensed in his/her state and the resident state of the nursery operator or dealer has entered into a ...

• Animal Feed Label Requirements
Feed labels allow consumers to choose products that meet their needs, contain necessary information to determine nutritional content and tell the buyer how to use the product properly.