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Nursery Licensing and Inspection

Nursery Licensing and Inspection

MDARD's Nursery Program

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD)’s Nursery Program aims to protect agriculture and natural resources from harmful pests. With authority from Act 189 of 1931 and Act 72 of 1945, the program achieves this through routine inspections of nursery stock, whether distributed within the state or shipped elsewhere. In addition to routine inspections, MDARD requires licensing for nursery growers and dealers who sell perennial nursery stock. We strive to educate firms about pests, diseases, invasive species, and how to minimize the risk of inadvertently spreading them in trade.

MDARD’s nursery program goals:

  1. Prevent pest and disease spread
  2. Protect agriculture
  3. Safeguard ecosystems
  4. Maintain compliance with plant health regulations
  5. Ensure that only healthy nursery stock is distributed

Contact:

Amber Neils, Quarantine Compliance and Export Specialist
NeilsA@Michigan.gov 517-449-0786

Bryan Webster, Program Specialist
WebsterB3@michigan.gov 517-719-1693

Lisa Leibrand, Nursery Licensing Technician
LeibrandL@Michigan.gov 517-284-5656

Nursery Email: MDARD-NurseryCE@Michigan.gov

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