Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is focused on improving quality of life by protecting Michiganders from the pump to the plate, supporting farmers and producers who put food on the table and creating economic opportunities within the agriculture industry. The agriculture, food and forestry industry is Michigan’s second-largest industry with an annual economic impact of nearly $126 billion. MDARD is proud to be a key partner in ensuring the industry continues to thrive by prioritizing effective government, upward economic mobility and diverse, healthy food production.