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.
Our unsalted butter claimed first place at the World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest! 🏆 We’re proud of our members and the entire team for their dedication to quality! Read more here: .
Find out the latest in Michigan's bean scene in our 2024 Dry Beans Stock Report, available now! This report comes out annually and is produced through MDARD's Producer Security Program. For more info, visit
MDARD Director Tim Boring recently met with Canadian officials - Carson Markley and
@EarlProvost
with the
@Ongov
Trade and Investment Office - to explore opportunities and exchange information regarding ag technology, rural affairs, and trade between our two countries.
We’re currently seeking a permanent intermittent laborer to assist our Animal Industry Division in Atlanta, MI. Primary responsibilities include cleaning and disinfecting livestock handling equipment to prevent disease transmission. Apply via NEOGOV:
Come grow with us! We currently have three vacancies for fruits and vegetable inspectors. These seasonal positions will be based in Kent, Oceana, or Muskegon counties. Learn more and apply:
Since many pets look similar, it’s helpful to share a recent photo and unique traits when looking for a lost pet. To help find them, keep a list of markings, preferences and habits – for example, if they dress in costume and battle supervillains. 🦸🐾
#PetSafety
MDARD works with local health departments, veterinarians, animal control officers, state & federal agencies, and other animal health partners to address cases of rabies in the state and promote vaccination. Together, we can eliminate rabies.
#WorldRabiesDay
ATTENTION PET OWNERS:
@FDA
is cautioning pet owners that selected samples of Darwin’s Natural Pet Products raw cat and dog food tested positive for Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes (L. mono). Check impacted lot numbers here:
ATTENTION PET OWNERS: Answers Pet Food is voluntarily withdrawing certain lots of its Detailed Beef Formula for Dogs, Straight Beef Formula for Dogs & Straight Chicken Formula for Dogs out of an abundance of caution. Learn more about the recall via
@FDA
:
As wild birds complete their fall migration, we’re encouraging animal owners to stay vigilant against highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Biosecurity remains the best tool available to combat HPAI. Find out more:
Researchers led by
@UMSEAS
professor Jennifer Blesh and supported by a $4M
@MichDeptofAg
grant are working with farmers to investigate farm management practices to restore soil health.
Do you have a food thermometer? A food thermometer can help you make sure your meals are cooked to the right temperature.
#NFSEM
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#foodsafety
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