Michigan Agriculture

The United States Department of Agriculture announced on Friday they will require the testing of unpasteurized milk samples in Michigan and five other states for bird flu. It's the latest move in a nationwide effort to contain an outbreak of H5N1 that has hit the dairy industry.

Across the state, sustainable farming practices have been gaining momentum among farmers, prompting many to change their livestock grazing methods.

Michigan attorney general accuses dairy farm of illegal discharge of waste

A major West Michigan water infrastructure project supporting food processors and future expansion in Ottawa and Muskegon Counties could soon receive state funding.“We have one of the most robust food processing sectors in the state and West Michigan.”And its about to expand with the Michigan Strategic Fund voting in favor of a $60 million allocation toward construction of a 20 mile, 30-inch force main wastewater line from Muskegon to Coopersville.

Michigan farmers and small business leaders were the first to offer public input on the 2023 Farm Bill. The legislation is responsible for billions in federal funding for agricultural assistance, forestry programs and food security initiatives.

Two cottage food bills advanced to the full House in Lansing that would allow producers to expand operations and collect more annual gross revenue.