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MI HR0229
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/18/2010
Primary Sponsor
Lesia Liss
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AI Summary
- Designates March 20, 2010, as Agriculture Day in the state of Michigan
- Recognizes agriculture as the second largest industry in Michigan, which has grown despite recent economic hardships
- Notes Michigan leads nationally in producing over 125 commercial commodities and operates over 500 food processors with 56,000 farms
- Acknowledges Michigan farmers and ranchers contribute over $71 billion annually in food, fiber, and flower crops to the state's economy
- Honors the achievements of farmers, ranchers, and over one million people employed in Michigan agriculture, primarily family-owned operations
Legislative Description
A resolution to declare March 20, 2010, as Agriculture Day in the state of Michigan.
Agriculture Day
Last Action
Adopted
3/18/2010
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