MI HR0032

Declares March 2025 as Agriculture Appreciation Month in Michigan

Michigan's food and agriculture industry contributes over $125.8 billion annually to the state economy and supports approximately 805,000 jobs (17.2% of the workforce)

Michigan has 47,600 farms (99% family-owned) covering nearly 10 million acres, producing over 300 different commodities, making it the second-most diverse agricultural state in the nation

Michigan leads the nation in production of asparagus (30 million pounds annually), tart cherries (59% of U.S. supply), cucumbers, floriculture crops ($695 million value), and potatoes for potato chip processing

Other significant agricultural products include soybeans ($1.55 billion), apples ($350 million economic impact), eggs ($1.4 billion impact), and dairy (sixth nationally in milk production)