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The historic rainfall events coupled with severe cold and snow have had devastating impacts on Michigan’s farming and agricultural communities. Wet conditions are preventing farmers from getting into the fields and from planting for the growing season. In parts of the state, farmers are now so many weeks behind schedule that they are nearly out of time and options for this year.
As part of the commitment to our farmers who feed our families, the State of Michigan is partnering with the United States Department of Agriculture as well as Michigan State University Extension to make as many resources available to farmers as possible. A quick list of possible resources is available below. This list isn’t comprehensive and will be updated as more information and resources are identified.
MDARD is encouraging farmers to reach out to their area USDA and Michigan State University Extension experts for guidance during this difficult time.
Ag Disaster Geographic Information System (GIS) viewer
In order to help the state’s farmers more easily identify if their county falls within a declared disaster area, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has launched a Geographic Information System (GIS) viewer providing a one-stop portal of data.
Download a list of Current Michigan Crop Disaster Designations (9/18/20)
State of Michigan Resources
Governor Whitmer Applauds USDA Disaster Designation for Michigan Counties (9/2/20)
MDARD launches ag disaster GIS viewer for state's farming community (8/14/20)
Governor Whitmer Applauds USDA Disaster Designation for Michigan Counties (11/19/19)
Governor Whitmer Applauds USDA for Providing Relief for Michigan Farmers (6/20/19)
Governor Whitmer Send Letter to USDA Requesting Assistance for Michigan Farmers (6/19/19)
Michigan State University Extension Resources
Managing Farm Stress Resource Center
Corn and Soybeans as Cover Crops Following Prevented Planting
USDA / Federal Resources
Michigan Farm Service Agency News Releases
Federal Agriculture Disaster Declarations and Resources
Disaster Assistance Discovery Tool
USDA Farm Service Agency News Releases