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The Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development recommends and determines policy on food, agricultural, and rural development issues. MDARD oversees several additional boards 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.
Live, work and play in Michigan's robust and diverse food and agriculture industry.
Laws and Regulations pertaining to and governing the actions and policies of the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development.
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.
Find funding for your organization.
Information about how MDARD's Agriculture Development Division can help you grow your business in Michigan.
Regenerative agricultural practices improve soil health and water quality
MDARD works with local providers of natural resource management services that help citizens implement conservation on their land and protect the environment for a cleaner, healthier, and economically stronger Michigan.
Farmland Preservation
Programs under the Private Forestlands Initiative, including the Forestry Assistance Program, Qualified Forester Registration, and Qualified Forest Program.
MAEAP helps farms of all sizes and all commodities voluntarily prevent or minimize agricultural pollution risks. We are here to help and recognize farmers who reduce erosion and runoff from private land into public waters.
The Cottage Food law, enacted in 2010, allows individuals to manufacture and store certain types of foods in an unlicensed home kitchen.
The food industry is responsible for producing safe food. Government sets standards, conducts inspections, and monitors food. Consumers also play a huge role in keeping their food safe and wholesome. Learn more.
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.
Good migrant labor housing is an essential element in securing an adequate supply of seasonal agricultural workers.
For help with the sale, use, and disposal of pesticides, including labels and integrated pest management.
The plant health program protects agricultural and environmental resources through the early detection and management of invasive species and the inspection of plants and plant products for pests and diseases, while facilitating international and domestic commerce.
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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The Michigan Craft Beverage Council (MCBC) is a 10-member, governor-appointed board that is advisory to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.
The December 15, 2025 meeting of the Michigan Craft Beverage Council has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date yet to be determined. More information will be available at our public notices page. Questions or concerns may be directed to Jenelle Jagmin, Director of the Michigan Craft Beverage Council, at jagminj@michigan.gov.
TENTATIVE AGENDA
December 15, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Michigan State University Federal Credit Union
3777 West Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823
01:00 pm Welcome – MDARD Director, Dr. Tim Boring, Chair
*Adoption of agenda
01:05 pm *Approval of minutes from July 16, 2025, meeting
01:10 pm ** Public comment (on agenda items only)
01:15 pm Council member comments and updates
01:40 pm MEDC Update –Kelly Wolgamott, Vice President of Travel Michigan
01:55 pm MDARD PFAS Update – Marcus Wasilevich, Deputy Chief Science Officer
02:10 pm Michigan Crafted Update – Lauren Abbott and Sara Krebaum, Güd Marketing
02:35 pm Research committee report – Jessica Youngblood
*Joint evaluation committee FY26 funding recommendations
02:50 pm Promotion committee report – Bob Jacobson
03:00 pm Staff report – Jenelle Jagmin
*Revise 2025-2026 Meeting Dates: MARCH 24, 2026; AND JUNE 17, 2026.
Strategic plan – summer 2026
Summit updates
03:10 pm FY25 and FY26 Budget updates – Jenelle Jagmin
03:20 pm New Business
03:25 pm ** Public comment
03:30 pm *Adjourn
* denotes action items
** Individuals wishing to address the Council will be requested to limit their remarks to three minutes for their presentation. Documents distributed at the meeting will be considered public documents and are subject to provisions of the Freedom of Information Act. The public comment time provides the public an opportunity to speak; the Council will not necessarily respond to the public comment.
If any accommodations are needed, please contact Jenelle Jagmin at 517-930-0696 or jagminj@michigan.gov. Requests should be made as soon as possible but at least one week prior to the scheduled meeting.
Start: December 15, 2025 1:00 PM
End: December 15, 2025 4:00 PM
The Michigan Craft Beverage Council (MCBC) is a 10-member, governor-appointed board that is advisory to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.
The December 15, 2025 meeting of the Michigan Craft Beverage Council has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date yet to be determined. More information will be available at our public notices page. Questions or concerns may be directed to Jenelle Jagmin, Director of the Michigan Craft Beverage Council, at jagminj@michigan.gov.
TENTATIVE AGENDA
December 15, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Michigan State University Federal Credit Union
3777 West Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823
01:00 pm Welcome – MDARD Director, Dr. Tim Boring, Chair
*Adoption of agenda
01:05 pm *Approval of minutes from July 16, 2025, meeting
01:10 pm ** Public comment (on agenda items only)
01:15 pm Council member comments and updates
01:40 pm MEDC Update –Kelly Wolgamott, Vice President of Travel Michigan
01:55 pm MDARD PFAS Update – Marcus Wasilevich, Deputy Chief Science Officer
02:10 pm Michigan Crafted Update – Lauren Abbott and Sara Krebaum, Güd Marketing
02:35 pm Research committee report – Jessica Youngblood
*Joint evaluation committee FY26 funding recommendations
02:50 pm Promotion committee report – Bob Jacobson
03:00 pm Staff report – Jenelle Jagmin
*Revise 2025-2026 Meeting Dates: MARCH 24, 2026; AND JUNE 17, 2026.
Strategic plan – summer 2026
Summit updates
03:10 pm FY25 and FY26 Budget updates – Jenelle Jagmin
03:20 pm New Business
03:25 pm ** Public comment
03:30 pm *Adjourn
* denotes action items
** Individuals wishing to address the Council will be requested to limit their remarks to three minutes for their presentation. Documents distributed at the meeting will be considered public documents and are subject to provisions of the Freedom of Information Act. The public comment time provides the public an opportunity to speak; the Council will not necessarily respond to the public comment.
If any accommodations are needed, please contact Jenelle Jagmin at 517-930-0696 or jagminj@michigan.gov. Requests should be made as soon as possible but at least one week prior to the scheduled meeting.