MI HR0312

Declares March 2014 as Agricultural Heritage Month in Michigan to celebrate the state's food and agriculture industry

Michigan's agriculture sector generates $96 billion in total economic activity annually with nearly 55,000 farms on 10 million acres producing over 300 commodities

State leads the nation in production of 17 commodities including tart cherries, blueberries, dry beans, and floriculture products; ranks in top ten for 40 additional commodities

Agriculture, food processing, and related businesses employ 923,000 Michiganders (22% of workforce) and food processors generate nearly $25 billion in economic activity

Recognizes Michigan FFA Association's 6,300 members and March events including National Agricultural Week, MSU State FFA Convention, and Agricultural Heritage License Plate promotion