Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development

Did you attend NASDA - National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Winter Policy Conference this week? MDARD Director Boring was in attendance and: ???? Engaged with colleagues from across the country to learn about innovative programs and solutions implemented in other states, and share the work and results we’re seeing here in Michigan. ?? Met with federal partners to discuss some of the most pressing issues facing agriculture today, including the avian flu response, food safety, and federal funding. ??? Voted to advance and prioritize policy for the NASDA organization to advocate for on behalf of state departments. That policy guidebook can be found here: https://lnkd.in/g-yJ_4x7

Happy National Pie Month to our Michigan bakers! ???? With support from MDARD and Pure Michigan, Grand Traverse Pie Company has grown its workforce, product offerings and sales distribution. In turn, this has supported Michigan growers, charities and the local economy.

MDARD Director Tim Boring spent the first part of this week in D.C. promoting Michigan agriculture. Watch his opening testimony before the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, and read the full submitted testimony: https://lnkd.in/gHKufCWc

Attention students! We’re looking for a Student Assistant in our Animal Industry Division to facilitate and support work in the areas of increasing animal traceability and monitoring movement of animals into and out of Michigan. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/41zOmBY

We’re currently seeking a departmental manager for our Central Licensing Unit in East Lansing, MI. Duties include the establishment, administration, and evaluation of programs and services, plus coordination with field staff, and more. Apply: https://bit.ly/4g9DnUR

Join our team! This position is responsible for reviewing farmland temporary development rights agreement applications and must develop and execute farmland preservation agreements under the Farmland and Opens Space Preservation Program. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hTyTCe

Join our team at the Geagley Laboratory in East Lansing as a General Office Assistant! Primary duties include answering phone calls, providing answers or transfers, database entry and tracking, and more. Apply now: https://bit.ly/3CZCgsh

Come grow with us! We are looking for an Auditor to enforce producer security statutes and regulation, as well as review business financial records. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4285uzz

Come join our team in Atlanta, MI, as a laborer assisting veterinarians with animal handling, animal identification data collection, animal testing and sample collection, transportation and equipment handling, and more. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/3EI8gBF

Last week, MDARD proudly attended?the 3rd annual Michigan Black Summit in Benton Harbor, which featured a keynote from Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II. Each year this event focuses?on economic empowerment, civic engagement and shaping a more equitable future for Black communities.?