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MI HR0207
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/18/2010
Primary Sponsor
Bill Rogers
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AI Summary
- Honors the Michigan potato industry for its economic viability and role in meeting the state's food needs at economical prices
- Notes the Michigan potato crop value nearly doubled from $80 million in 1996 to $156 million in 2008 due to research, promotion, education, and communication efforts
- Recognizes the industry's ability to meet Michigan's fresh-potato needs while becoming a leading supplier to the nation's chip manufacturers
- Acknowledges the industry's participation in Governor Jennifer Granholm's "Buy Michigan First" government purchasing policy by providing competitively-priced locally-grown potatoes to Michigan State Industries
- Directs transmission of the resolution to the Michigan Potato Industry Commission as commendation for growers' collaboration with state government during economic hardship
Legislative Description
A resolution honoring the Michigan potato industry for its role in meeting the food needs of the citizens of the state of Michigan in an economical manner.
potato
Last Action
Adopted
2/18/2010
Committee Referrals
Agriculture2/9/2010
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