Learn about MDARD's four bureaus, including contact information, by clicking the above link, or view specific information below.
Want to know how to contact the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development? On this page you will find phone numbers, email addresses, snail mail addresses, and online contact forms for everything we do here at MDARD. We even have a complaint form for those of you with complaints.
Laws and Regulations pertaining to and governing the actions and policies of the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development.
This area contains information for press and media agencies. Press Releases, Pics, Podcasts & Videos
Animal ID and movement requirements in the State of Michigan
Animal health resources for veterinary professionals.
Diseases affecting, or potentially affecting, animals in Michigan
Information on how to acquire a feed license to manufacture or distribute commercial feed in Michigan.
Rules governing the disposal of Bodies of Dead Animals (BODA).
Materials developed to provide information on how an individual may become a qualified Animal Control Officer.
Information about how MDARD's Agriculture Development Division can help you grow your business in Michigan.
Michigan's Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) was created to help protect our environment and wildlife. Michigan is partnering with the federal government to implement conservation practices of great significance to the state, and valuable to the nation, in matters of soil erosion, water quality, and wildlife habitat.
Programs under the Private Forestlands Initiative, including the Forestry Assistance Program, Qualified Forester Registration, and Qualified Forest Program.
Good migrant labor housing is an essential element in securing an adequate supply of seasonal agricultural workers.
The Cottage Food law, enacted in 2010, allows individuals to manufacture and store certain types of foods in an unlicensed home kitchen.
Find a licensed firm in Michigan, from pesticide businesses to retail establishments, and more.
For the registration of horses, breeders and owners so as to render them eligible for racing and breeder/owner awards.
Retail Motor Fuel Outlet licensing information, applications and forms.
Information on Weights & Measures service person and agency registration, as well as weights and measures advisories.
Each new, existing, and proposed commercial pesticide or fertilizer bulk storage facility is required to register annually with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.
Fertilizer License and Registration Requirements, as well as Liming License Requirements
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The Rural Development Fund Board, housed in the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, has oversight of the Rural Development Fund. The Board is charged with advising the Department on how to distribute tax revenue collected from mines to improve and strengthen local communities. Director is a voting member and makes final decision on projects (Public Act 411 of 2012).
Statute - Public Act 411 of 2012
Summary - Rural Development Fund Act Summary
Dr. Tim Boring, Director
Phone: 517-242-5865 (cell)
517-284-5716 (office)
Email: BoringT1@michigan.govBoard Members
Justin Horvath
Lower Peninsula
Term ending 12/31/22
Christopher Germain (D), Marquette
Upper Peninsula
Term ending 12/31/26
Erin Kricher (D), Traverse City
Lower Peninsula
Term ending 12/31/24
Victoria Leonhardt (I), Marquette
Upper Peninsula
Term ending 12/31/25
April 10, 2025 - Location TBD
July 16, 2025 - Location TBD
JULY 25, 2024 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - July 25, 2024 Meeting Minutes
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - July 25, 2024 Meeting Agenda
APRIL 10, 2024 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - April 10, 2024 Meeting Minutes
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - April 10, 2024 Meeting Agenda
AUGUST 16, 2023 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - August 16, 2023 Meeting Minutes
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - August 16, 2023 Meeting Agenda
MARCH 17, 2023 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - March 17, 2023 Draft Meeting Minutes
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - March 17, 2023 Meeting Agenda
JULY 26, 2022 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - July 26, 2022 Meeting Minutes
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - July 26, 2022 Meeting Agenda
FEBRUARY 23, 2022 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - February 23, 2022 Meeting Minutes
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - February 23, 2022 Meeting Agenda
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - September 23, 2021 Meeting Minutes
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - September 23, 2021 Meeting Agenda
FEBRUARY 11, 2021 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - February 11, 2021 Meeting Minutes
MDARD Housing Taskforce Report - February 11, 2021
AUGUST 13, 2020 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - August 13, 2020 Meeting Minutes
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - August 13, 2020 FY19 Legislative Report
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - August 13, 2020 Public Comment Report
JANUARY 31, 2020 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - January 31, 2020 Draft Meeting Minutes
AUGUST 14, 2019 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - August 14, 2019 Meeting Minutes
MARCH 15, 2019 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - March 15, 2019 Meeting Minutes
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - September 6, 2018 Meeting Minutes
MARCH 19, 2018 MEETING INFORAMTION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - March 19, 2018 Meeting Minutes
SEPTEMBER 6, 2017 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - September 6, 2017 Meeting Minutes
MAY 17, 2017 MEETING INFORMATION
Michigan Rural Development Fund Board - May 17, 2017 Meeting Minutes