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Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development. We touch the lives of every MI consumer from the food you eat, the milk you drink & the gas in your car.

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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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We’re looking for a Departmental Manager to serve as the specialist for producer security enforcement and regulation. The position is based in Lansing with an option for remote work. Learn more and apply:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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For #FarmersMarketWeek , we’re helping Michiganders connect with local sellers for fresh produce, meats, dairy and more. Find a market near you:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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Burnt bean alert! Be sure your pets don’t toast their toes on walks by testing surfaces first. Learn more:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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Come grow with us in Lansing as Bureau Services Manager for Food Safety and Animal Health. Learn more about the position and apply:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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This discovery, by Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network, highlights the critical role public awareness plays in our fight against invasive species. Learn to identify and report Hemlock Woolly Adelgids: @MichiganDNR
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@MIAgExport
MDARD International
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Curious what the ‘organic’ label means, or how you can achieve organic status for your crops? Join @MSUAgBio for this free event & learn about organic farming practices, certification, record-keeping requirements & the process of an inspection. Learn more:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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Does your pet have no chill? On hot days, it’s important to make sure they keep their cool. Learn more:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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When temperatures climb, moo-ve barnyard animals to a cool location, such as a covered barn with circulating fans. Learn more:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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Support local farmers and food vendors safely this summer by using our buyer tips for produce, Cottage Foods, and prepared and processed items. Learn more:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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We’re looking for an experienced veterinarian to help promote and protect animal health in Northern Michigan by enforcing state and federal regulations through inspections. Learn more about this role in our Animal Industry Division & apply:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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Can’t take the heat? Chances are your pets 🐕 🐈 🦎 🦙 can’t either – know their signs of heat exhaustion and ensure they have plenty of water and shade on hot days. Learn more:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been detected in in a Van Buren County dairy herd, bringing total Michigan infections to 27. Biosecurity remains the best tool to combat the spread of HPAI. Learn more: Subscribe to updates:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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Today marks the start of the annual review period for proposed drafts of the 2025 Generally Accepted Agricultural and Management Practices (GAAMPs). Learn more and give us your feedback via mail, email or phone:
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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We’re committed to investing in local food and agriculture businesses. Learn how Michigan Turkey Producers Cooperative will upgrade facilities with the FAIP grant:
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@MI_OSHA
MIOSHA
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ICYMI: . @OSHA_DOL has updated its Avian Influenza Safety & Health Topics page! Get info on the H5N1 outbreak, at-risk workers, hazardous activities, & protection tips. 👉 For #BirdFlu updates in #Michigan , follow @MichDeptofAg 🔗
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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Happy National Ice Cream Day!
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@MichiganDTMB
Michigan DTMB
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All state agency call centers are able to receive customer calls again. DTMB continues to monitor systems given the widespread nature of the global IT outage and will provide additional updates if necessary. #MiGovAlert
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@MichiganDTMB
Michigan DTMB
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A known global IT outage is currently impacting customers' ability to access some government services, mainly through state call centers. DTMB is aware of the concern and taking appropriate steps to bring our systems back online. Please continue checking this account for updates.
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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Director Boring and Director Kimberly Dodd of the #MSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory sat down with @wwmtnews to discuss how Michigan is a leader in responding to HPAI and how our unique 'One Health' approach continues to be highly effective.
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@MichDeptofAg
MI Ag & Rural Dev
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Today, MDARD Director Tim Boring awarded Banks Hardwoods the department's 2024 Agriculture Exporter of the Year Award. Banks Hardwoods, founded in 1985, began exporting quality, graded lumber 10 years ago and sources 65 percent of their lumber from Michigan.
@MIAgExport
MDARD International
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Today, MDARD Director Tim Boring awarded Banks Hardwoods with the Agriculture Exporter of the Year Award! This award is given to deserving companies whose product is at least 50% grown, processed, or manufactured in Michigan. To learn more, visit
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