Learn about MDARD's four bureaus, including contact information, by clicking the above link, or view specific information below.
Boards, Councils, and Commissions
Want to know how to contact the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development? On this page you will find phone numbers, email addresses, snail mail addresses, and online contact forms for everything we do here at MDARD. We even have a complaint form for those of you with complaints.
Laws and Regulations pertaining to and governing the actions and policies of the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development.
This area contains information for press and media agencies. Press Releases, Pics, Podcasts & Videos
Animal ID and movement requirements in the State of Michigan
Animal health resources for veterinary professionals.
Diseases affecting, or potentially affecting, animals in Michigan
Information on how to acquire a feed license to manufacture or distribute commercial feed in Michigan.
Rules governing the disposal of Bodies of Dead Animals (BODA).
Materials developed to provide information on how an individual may become a qualified Animal Control Officer.
Information about how MDARD's Agriculture Development Division can help you grow your business in Michigan.
Programs under the Private Forestlands Initiative, including the Forestry Assistance Program, Qualified Forester Registration, and Qualified Forest Program.
Good migrant labor housing is an essential element in securing an adequate supply of seasonal agricultural workers.
The Cottage Food law, enacted in 2010, allows individuals to manufacture and store certain types of foods in an unlicensed home kitchen.
Find a licensed firm in Michigan, from pesticide businesses to retail establishments, and more.
For the registration of horses, breeders and owners so as to render them eligible for racing and breeder/owner awards.
Retail Motor Fuel Outlet licensing information, applications and forms.
Information on Weights & Measures service person and agency registration, as well as weights and measures advisories.
Each new, existing, and proposed commercial pesticide or fertilizer bulk storage facility is required to register annually with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.
Fertilizer License and Registration Requirements, as well as Liming License Requirements
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Reminder: Effective March 12, 2022, fertilizer manufacturers and distributors are now required to file tonnage reports annually, instead of twice a year. Under this new rule, the reports will cover an annual period of January 1 to December 31.
Learn moreNew! Digging into Compost Regulations (PDF)
Fertilizer Tonnage Reporting Form - Excel
Fertilizer License and Registration Requirements
Fertilizer License and Registration Application Form
This form applies to the following: Specialty Fertilizer Registration, Soil Conditioner Registration, Fertilizer Manufacturer/Distributor Licensing, Beneficial Use 3 By Products
Label Requirements of Specialty and Other Bagged Fertilizers
Michigan Fertilizer Facility Licensee List
Michigan Product Registration List
Commercial Fertilizer Program Staff
Contact Jarrod Fletcher at 517-449-2635 for information about Beneficial Use 3.
Phosphorus Fertilizer Amendments
PA 151 of 2013 amends the phosphorus use restrictions for turf fertilizers. (December, 2013)
MSU Soil Testing Lab Recommendations for Phosphorus Applications to Turfgrass
Homeowner Brochure - Use Phosphorus Free Fertilizer (Printer Friendly)
Homeowner Brochure - Use Phosphorus Free Fertilizer
Michigan Adopts Statewide Phosphorus Fertilizer Limits on Lawns effective January 1, 2012
Western Lake Erie Basin: Agriculture and Water Quality
Ammonium Nitrate Security Requirements for Fertilizer Manufacturers, Distributors and Retailers
Attention: Fertilizer Manufacturers, Distributors and Retailers
Anhydrous Ammonia
Producers throughout Michigan use anhydrous ammonia as a source of nitrogen fertilizer for crops.
Act 451 of 1994, Part 85, FERTILIZERS
Act 417 of 2006 - ANHYDROUS AMMONIA SECURITY ACT
Regulation No. 634: Commercial Fertilizers
Liming Materials, Act 162 of 1955
Be Phosphorus Smart - MSUE Website
Weights and Measures Information
Includes Michigan registered service person look-up, consumer tips, FAQs and related information
Association of American Plant Food Control Officials/AAPFCO