Agriculture and Rural Development

About MDARD

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Bureaus

Learn about MDARD's four bureaus, including contact information, by clicking the above link, or view specific information below.

Meeting Notices and Reports

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Find a schedule of MDARD's public meetings online, or locate regularly published reports below.

Media Room

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Official press releases, articles, media contact information, email subscription options, social media accounts: everything you need to stay informed, all in one spot.

Ag Science

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Boards, Councils, and Commissions

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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.

Maps and Open Data

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Contact Us / File a Complaint

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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.

Ag Emergency

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Ag Emergency: Emergency Plans, Preparedness, and Response

Food and Agriculture Jobs and Careers

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Live, work and play in Michigan's robust and diverse food and agriculture industry.

Laws and Regulations

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Laws and Regulations pertaining to and governing the actions and policies of the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development.

Online Services

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List of services offered on Michigan.gov by MDARD

Animals

Animal ID & Movement

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Animal ID and movement requirements in the State of Michigan

Veterinarian Resources

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Animal health resources for veterinary professionals.

Diseases

Diseases affecting, or potentially affecting, animals in Michigan

Exhibitions

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Requirements to exhibit livestock in Michigan and more.

Resources for Exhibitions

Animal Related Licensing

Privately-Owned Cervids

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Privately-Owned Cervids

Animal Feed & Antibiotics

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Feed & Antibiotics

Animal Feed Safety

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Information on how to acquire a feed license to manufacture or distribute commercial feed in Michigan.

Disposal of Dead Animals

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Rules governing the disposal of Bodies of Dead Animals (BODA).

Disposal Facilities

Animal Research Facilities Annual Reports

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Animal Welfare Fund

Business Development

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Grants & Funding Opportunities

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Find funding for your organization.

Economic & Community Development

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Information about how MDARD's Agriculture Development Division can help you grow your business in Michigan.

Success Stories

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International Marketing

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International Marketing

Michigan Craft Beverage Council

Qualified Small Distiller Certificate

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Producer Security

Commodity Organizations

Conservation

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Regenerative Agriculture

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Regenerative agricultural practices improve soil health and water quality

Demonstration Farm

Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP)

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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.

Right to Farm

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MDARD will assess a farm operation at a farmer's request.

Conservation Programs

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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 and Open Space Preservation

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Farmland Preservation

Forestry

Programs under the Private Forestlands Initiative, including the Forestry Assistance Program, Qualified Forester Registration, and Qualified Forest Program.

Intercounty Drains

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Intercounty Drains

Upcoming Events

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Food

Cottage Food

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Food Licensing

staged

Farm to Family

Local Health Department Resources

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Resources for Regulators

Consumer Food Safety

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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.

Retail

Food Industry Related Resources, including Emergency Action Plans

Wholesale

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Dietary Supplements

Lab Services

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Gasoline Information

Retail Motor Fuel Outlet Licensing

Find a Registered Serviceperson

Serviceperson Examination Schedule

Weights and Measures

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Licensing

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Search for MDARD Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

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Find Businesses Licensed by MDARD

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Find a licensed firm in Michigan, from pesticide businesses to retail establishments, and more.

Agricultural Products

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Animal Related Licensing

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Food Industry Licenses

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Horse Breeder/Owner Awards Program

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For the registration of horses, breeders and owners so as to render them eligible for racing and breeder/owner awards.

Migrant Labor Housing

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Good migrant labor housing is an essential element in securing an adequate supply of seasonal agricultural workers.

Pesticide Licensing & Certification

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Retail Motor Fuel Outlet

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Retail Motor Fuel Outlet licensing information, applications and forms.

Weights & Measures Service Agency & Person

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Information on Weights & Measures service person and agency registration, as well as weights and measures advisories.

Registered Service Agency Information

Plant & Pest

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Pesticides

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For help with the sale, use, and disposal of pesticides, including labels and integrated pest management.

Plant Health

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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.

Agricultural Bulk Storage

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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 and Liming Materials

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Fertilizer License and Registration Requirements, as well as Liming License Requirements

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Economic & Community Development

Economic & Community Development

Grow Your Business

Whether you already have a food, agriculture or forest products business and are looking to expand, or are interested in starting or relocating to Michigan our Economic/Community Development team is here to help businesses figure out how to do just that. In conjunction with various partners and service providers, the Economic/Community Development Program connects Michigan businesses with a variety of programs and services.

Don't see what you need here? Contact the Economic Development Program at MDARD-AgD@Michigan.gov.

Pillars of the Economic Development Team for new and existing business with focuses on: supply chain connections, regulatory assistance, funding opportunities, connections and meeting facilitation, and general trade assistance.

Our Services

Business Planning

Looking to start an agricultural business? Let our team help you!
Financial Resources

Find grants and funding opportunities available to you!
Starting a Farm

There's more to farming than just the field. See more info here!
Food Processing

Want to be a food processor? We have resources for you!
Workforce Development

Connecting to workers and developing your workforce.

Map of Michigan displaying what counties fall within each economic development region.

Michigan Regions

Region 1 - Upper Peninsula

Region 2 - Northwest

Region 3 - Northeast

Region 4 - West

Region 5 - East Central

Region 6 - East

Region 7 - South Central

Region 8 - Southwest

Jennifer Weitzel

Region 9 - Southeast

Region 10 - Detroit Metro/Wayne/Oakland/Macomb

Kevin Kuhl - Macomb

Meet the Economic Development Team

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Donna LaCourt

517-614-5518

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