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MI SR0051

Resolution

Status

Passed

5/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Damoose

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Origin

Senate

103rd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Designates May 21, 2025, as Cherry Industry Day in Michigan
  • Recognizes Michigan as the nation's top cherry producer, harvesting approximately 250 million pounds of tart cherries annually, representing 75% of the national tart cherry crop
  • Acknowledges the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, which draws over 500,000 visitors annually and evolved from the first "Blessing of the Blossoms Festival" held on this date in 1926
  • Highlights health benefits of cherries, including antioxidants that may help fight cancer, heart disease, arthritis pain, and brain deterioration
  • Recognizes the Cherry Marketing Institute, formed in 1988, and the contributions of growers, processors, and merchants to the Grand Traverse region

Legislative Description

A resolution to commemorate May 21, 2025, as Cherry Industry Day.

Last Action

Adopted

5/21/2025

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