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Agriculturally Speaking: 2008 | 2007
| | 2008: | October - September - August - July - June - May - April - March - February - January | | | | October |
| | | | • 09 - | Agriculturally Speaking... October is Farm Market and Agricultural Tourism Month
Autumn in Michigan is a treat for the senses offering beautiful sights, smells, and tastes. Governor Jennifer Granholm has declared October as Michigan Farm Market and Agricultural Tourism Month. Experience Michigan's bounty first-hand at a farm market, festival, or other agricultural tourism destination across our beautiful state. | | | | September |
| | | | • 15 - | Agriculturally Speaking... State Launches Food Alert text & Email Service
As part of National Food Safety Education Month, MDA recently launched a new text and email alert system to warn consumers almost instantly to avoid or discard recalled food products - ensuring public health is protected and maintaining the viability of the state's food safety net. | | | | August |
| | | | • 20 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Preserving The Future of Michigan's Farmland
With the current economic changes in Michigan, I believe agriculture will have an even bigger role in the state's economy as it continues to be the second largest economic driver in the state generating nearly $64 billion for Michigan's economy annually. Land is fundamental to maintaining and enhancing agriculture's place in the Michigan's economy. It's where it all begins. It makes sense to preserve our land base so current, and future, Michigan farmers can continue to produce the wide variety of crops already grown here. | | | | July |
| | | | • 21 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Summer Fun in Rural Michigan -- Select Michigan for a Pure Michigan Experience
When you think of Michigan's summer tourism assets, the things that first come to mind are often our state's sandy beaches, stately forests, meandering streams and lighthouse treasures. These all truly make summer in Michigan memorable. However, when you add in Michigan's family-owned farm markets, world-class wineries, tradition-filled fairs and festivals, pari-mutuel horse racing tracks, community farmers' markets, and award-winning restaurants, I'm sure you'll agree that the state's food and agriculture industry has a few treasures of its own. | | | | | • 21 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Summer Fun in Rural Michigan -- Select Michigan for a Pure Michigan Experience
Since becoming Director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture nearly one year ago, I have been sharing the amazing economic impact agriculture has on our state, and the importance of purchasing Michigan products. With agriculture as Michigan's second largest industry - we have a lot to celebrate ? and there is no better place to do that than at Michigan's fairs. | | | | | • 17 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Critical Ag Functions Not Impacted by Flex Work Schedules: Department will maintain regular food safety, gas, and animal health inspections
Recently, Governor Jennifer Granholm announced her plan to expand opportunities for alternative work schedules - including four, 10- hour days - providing flexibility for the services the state offers, reducing absenteeism and strengthening our efforts to make the State of Michigan a great place to do great work. As an added bonus, Michiganians will benefit from reduced traffic congestion and air pollution. | | | | June |
| | | | • 22 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Michigan Fairs - Great Fun, Great Times
Since becoming Director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture nearly one year ago, I have been sharing the amazing economic impact agriculture has on our state, and the importance of purchasing Michigan products. With agriculture as Michigan's second largest industry - we have a lot to celebrate ? and there is no better place to do that than at Michigan's fairs. | | | | | • 06 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Michigan's Horse Racing Tradition Continues
If you haven't experienced the thrill of watching a speeding horse cross the finish line, now is the perfect time to check out one of the state's family entertainment treasures. Throughout the month of June, we will be celebrating Michigan Horse Racing Month and all of the wonderful things it encompasses. Additionally, we are commemorating the 75th anniversary of pari-mutuel horse racing in Michigan. | | | | May |
| | | | • 19 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Grilling Tips for Summertime Fun with Food Safety
As temperatures climb announcing the arrival of summer, our thoughts wander to the familiar smell of a burger sizzling on an outdoor grill, a salad filled with garden fresh veggies, and slices of red, juicy watermelon. Before delving into all the tasty, Michigan-made dishes, I want to remind you to follow some basic food safety rules listed below to keep your family healthy this summer. | | | | | • 07 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Being Smart In Growing Biofuels
As a leader in the development of renewable fuels, Michigan is dedicated to growing biofuels in a smart, calculated way. This is critical to helping biofuels live up to their reputation to expand the state's agri-business sector, break our reliance on foreign oil, and decrease greenhouse gas emissions to slow climate change while simultaneously strengthening the auto industry. | | | | April |
| | | | • 28 - | Agriculturally Speaking... International Marketing Program
The Michigan Department of Agriculture's (MDA) International Marketing Program does more than just sell Michigan-grown products overseas. The program helps expand Michigan's agriculture economic impact with exports generating $1.1 billion in 2006. According to USDA's Economic Research Service, there were 13,800 agricultural export-related jobs in Michigan in 2006, that's up 1,000 jobs from just a few years ago. These figures are positive proof that agricultural exports help to grow the state's second largest economic sector. | | | | | • 14 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Agricultural Products Programs
The Michigan Department of Agriculture's (MDA) top priority is ensuring the safety of the state's food supply from farm to fork. A key component of this priority is the agricultural product programs, especially at the farm input level. | | | | March |
| | | | • 31 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Celebrating Michigan Wines
It's an exciting time for Michigan's wine and grape industries, which contribute nearly $790 million to the state's economy annually. Governor Jennifer M. Granholm declared April as "Michigan Wine Month" to honor the state's wide selection of award winning wines and the industry's significant economic contributions.
If you haven't visited one of Michigan's 60 wineries and tasting rooms, spring is the perfect time of year to witness the transformation occurring in this growing industry. Tasting rooms are less busy and staff are delighted to have the opportunity to provide extra attention to visitors. | | | | | • 17 - | Agriculturally Speaking... On-Farm Security: Be Aware, Be Prepared
Farmers play a critical role in protecting the state's food and agriculture system. As one of Michigan's fastest growing economic sectors, the state's 55,000 farmers must overcome wide-ranging and complex challenges to produce Michigan's 200+ diverse commodities, including; potential agricultural threats like avian influenza, soybean rust, intentional contamination, theft of the fertilizer anhydrous ammonia and safe handling of its intended use. | | | | February |
| | | | • 11 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Promoting Renewable Energy and Conservation Initiatives
Michigan farmers and landowners are incorporating sound conservation practices into their daily farm management and bringing revenue into Michigan through their environmental practices. From growing corn, soybeans, and other crops for renewable fuels to turning livestock manure and other items into methane gas, our state is looking to set ambitious alternative energy goals - produce 10 percent of our electrical energy from renewable sources by the year 2015 and a full 25 percent by the year 2025. These goals would not be obtainable without the continued efforts of Michigan’s food and agriculture industry. | | | | January |
| | | | • 14 - | Agriculturally Speaking... Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program
Regarded as stewards of the land, Michigan farmers are intensely involved with one of the state's pioneering environmental initiatives - the Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP). MAEAP is a voluntary program for farmers encouraging effective land stewardship and works toward compliance with environmental regulations. |
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