MDARD is hiring a Regenerative Agriculture Resource Analyst! This position will be working with Michigan farmers, growers, and stakeholders in implementing regenerative agriculture practices into conventional cropping systems. Read more and apply by 7/11 at https://lnkd.in/gDDMUm6w. #MiGovJobs
Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development
Government Administration
Lansing, MI 4,290 followers
We touch the lives of every MI consumer from the food you eat, the milk you drink and the gas in your car.
About us
The Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) protects, preserves, and promotes the food, agricultural, environmental and economic interests of the people of Michigan. For more information about MDARD, please visit www.michigan.gov/mdard. Questions? Call 800-292-3939.
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http://www.michigan.gov/mdard
External link for Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development
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- Government Administration
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Lansing, MI
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- Government Agency
Locations
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Primary
P.O. Box 30017
Lansing, MI 48909, US
Employees at Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development
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Valerie St James
Commercial Loan Specialist / Business Programs at USDA - Rural Development
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Jennifer Weitzel
Community and Economic Development Professional
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Sheila McCulloch
Executive Secretary at Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development
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Donna LaCourt
Economic/Community Development Specialist at MIchigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Updates
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MDARD is hiring a Regenerative Agriculture Resource Analyst! This position will provide education and outreach to farmers and other stakeholder groups, with the intention of increasing the understanding and implementation of regenerative agriculture practices in Michigan. This position will be looked upon as a regenerative agriculture contact, will collaborate and network with various stakeholder groups to expedite their regenerative agriculture-related goals, and work together with MDARD's Agriculture Development Bureau staff to assist in identifying additional market opportunities for farmers. Read more and apply by 7/11 at https://lnkd.in/gDDMUm6w. #MiGovJobs
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Today, Michigan Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) Director Tim Boring announced an amendment to the director’s Determination of Extraordinary Emergency, HPAI Risk Reduction Response Order (HRRRO) as part of the state’s response to the highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak and provided guidance to better protect animals and attendees at county fairs this season. To read more, visit https://lnkd.in/g2PtqBEu
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MDARD Director Tim Boring announced immediate financial assistance for Michigan dairy farms impacted by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) to help advance research on the disease towards aiding farms in recovery. Funding is available for up to 20 farms, up to $28,000 per farm. This assistance is in addition to funding already available from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to HPAI-impacted dairy farms in Michigan. To read more, visit https://lnkd.in/gPBqqqc5
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MDARD Director Boring & MDHHS Chief Medical Executive Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian sat down with StatNews to discuss why Michigan's robust public and animal health response to #HPAI is working. Read more: https://bit.ly/4egAqB7
Michigan stands out for its aggressive bird flu response. Will other states follow its lead?
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Today, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) awarded 24 Rural Development Fund Grants designed to promote the sustainability of land-based industries and support infrastructure that benefits rural communities. "Since day one, the Whitmer-Gilchrist administration has prioritized upgrading and investing in Michigan's infrastructure. At MDARD we're awarding grants designed to support infrastructure specifically in Michigan's rural communities," said MDARD Director Tim Boring. "These grant dollars invest in our growing food and agriculture workforce, increase building capacity, improve existing infrastructure and create new economic opportunities within our rural communities. These opportunities demonstrate why Michigan has become a major food and agriculture destination." https://lnkd.in/gwgUGbMq
MDARD Awards Rural Grants to Support Infrastructure Sustainability of Land-Based Industries
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Director Boring kicked off the 128th AFDO Annual Education Conference in Grand Rapids yesterday! The conference is focused on protecting and impacting food safety worldwide and features professionals from government, academia, consumer groups, and manufacturing. Several MDARD staff members are attending the conference to learn and connect on how we can better protect Michigan’s food supply.
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Ozone monitoring will return to eight counties in Southeast Michigan as extra measures are implemented to lower smog levels in the area. Effective Saturday, June 1, 2024. "Governor Whitmer has taken bold actions to protect Michigan's environment, which we echo at MDARD," said MDARD Director Tim Boring. "Our department is committed to protecting Michigan's environment as our industry continues to implement climate-smart practices focused on combating climate change in Michigan." https://bit.ly/3URqzsI
Reminder Summer Gasoline Rules Take Effect on Saturday June 1 in Southeast Michigan
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Today, the Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development voted to approve Food and Agriculture Investment Program (FAIP) grants to Popz Beez for $55,000 and Byron Center Meats for $70,000. These funds will enable the companies to enhance local supply chains, generate new economic opportunities for farmers and food-based businesses, and create new good-paying jobs locally. To read more, visit https://lnkd.in/e7aFxMBk.
MI Commission of Ag and Rural Development Approves Grants to Local Business to Expand Production
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Save the date for the Farmers Market at the Capitol on July 23, August 27, and September 24 from 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. at the East Lawn of the Michigan State Capitol Building. To learn more, visit mifma.org.
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