Learn about MDARD's four bureaus, including contact information, by clicking the above link, or view specific information below.
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.
Michigan's Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) was created to help protect our environment and wildlife. Michigan is partnering with the federal government to implement conservation practices of great significance to the state, and valuable to the nation, in matters of soil erosion, water quality, and wildlife habitat.
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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Procedure for Onsite Service Registration Program Examinations; Effective March 1, 2024
• Testing will be limited to one 10-person group per day. Doors will open at 8am and testing will begin promptly. Testing will end at 2:30pm, with one hour for lunch (11:30am to 12:30pm).
• Due to the time limitations, applicants will need to prioritize what tests are most important for their company. Act 283 and Handbook 44 are required exams taken before any device specific exams (unless already passed).
• Exams will be graded as is at 11:30am and at 2:30pm. You may not leave the room if you have an unfinished exam.
• Entry/exit will be through an area that limits contact with building staff. Entry to other parts of the building are prohibited.
• Due to prohibited areas and limiting contact with staff, smoking breaks will not be permitted.
• Conference restroom (only) will be available for use.
• Participants must bring their own writing instruments and no items are to be shared with others.
• Act 283, NIST Handbook 44 and a calculator will be provided.
• Power-point presentation was eliminated to maximize the available testing time.
• Please see Michigan.gov/WMInfo for more information.
To pay using a credit card, email the completed application to the MDOT Cashier @ MDOT-ASC-Cashier@michigan.gov then call them at 517-241-6001 to make a credit card payment. The application must be emailed prior to making the payment. Then email the completed application, the Exam Registration form, and the receipt to hartmanr4@michigan.gov.
The following tests are scheduled for each of the following sessions:
Categories Available for Examination:
Download the Exam Registration Form
Examples of Voluntary Registration Exam Questions
You must pre-register for the exams you wish to take.
Location
E. C. Heffron Metrology Laboratory
940 Venture Lane
Williamston, Michigan 48895
Preparation Checklist
After Exam:
Miscellaneous
NOTE: It is strongly encouraged to review all information on the "Service Person Registration" and the applicable "Weights and Measures Advisories" on this website.
We appreciate your cooperation in voluntarily applying to become a Registered Serviceperson in the State of Michigan.