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Michigan highlights safe pesticide practices during National Pesticide Safety Education Month

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is using National Pesticide Safety Education Month this February to emphasize the importance of safe pesticide use in homes and businesses.

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

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Michigan opens applications for 2025 ag exporter award

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has opened the application period for the 2025 Michigan Ag Exporter of the Year award.

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 7, 2025

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Governor Whitmer's FY26 budget supports diverse agricultural initiatives

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 5, 2025

Michigan's agriculture sector is poised to benefit from Governor Gretchen Whitmer's Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget Recommendation, as announced by Tim Boring, Director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD).

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Avian influenza detected in Alpena County flock; biosecurity measures emphasized

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 3, 2025

Following an investigation by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has identified highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard flock in...

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Michigan ag director voices tariff concerns over trade with key partners

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 1, 2025

Michigan's agricultural sector faces uncertainty following recent tariffs imposed on Canada, Mexico, and China.

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Dairy business builder grant opens applications for Michigan farms

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 30, 2025

Michigan dairy farms and producers have an opportunity to seek financial support for their operations as the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA) begins accepting applications for the Dairy Business Builder Grant.

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Bovine tuberculosis detected in Alcona County beef herd

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 29, 2025

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has identified a case of bovine tuberculosis (TB) in a beef herd from Alcona County, situated within Michigan’s Modified Accredited Zone (MAZ).

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Michigan Craft Beverage Council awards $428K in grants for research and education

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 29, 2025

The Michigan Craft Beverage Council (MCBC) has announced the recipients of its 2025 research and education grant program.

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Michigan potato producers set to vote on commission amendment

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 28, 2025

Michigan potato producers will soon vote on a proposed amendment to the Michigan Potato Industry Commission.

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MDARD announces key appointments within its communications team

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 27, 2025

Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) Director Tim Boring has announced changes to the department's communications team.