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Emerging Issue: Property Tax Reform

A ballot proposal from the Ax MI Tax seeks to end all real and personal property taxes.

Emerging Issue: Improving Conservation Delivery

There has been a significant focus on water quality, soil health, and climate change adaptation/mitigation in Michigan, furthering the need for…

Emerging Issue: Federal and Private Lands

There has been increased discussion about the management of federal lands and the concept of multiple use by citizens including forestry, grazing,…

Emerging Issue: Agricultural Processing Growth

A robust processing sector can help insulate the food system from market shocks, support the consumption of local food, and help decrease food…

Emerging Issue: Artificial Intelligence

The use of artificial intelligence in agriculture has potential to enhance efficiency through precision agriculture, optimize resource use, and…

Huron Co. farmer showcased in Kroger and Triscuit’s partnership with Michigan Foundation for Agriculture

Fifth generation farmer Rita Herford is one of the many Michigan farmers who grow the wheat used to make Triscuit crackers. Her story is now being…

Nearly 1.3M jobs, $69B in wages supported by MI food and agriculture industries

The food and agriculture industries support 1,292,344 jobs in Michigan while creating $68.8 billion in wages, according to the latest Feeding the…

Monroe County teacher named Farm Bureau Educator of the Year

During National Agriculture Week, March 17-23, Michigan Farm Bureau announced Ida Elementary School teacher Annalyse Auxter as its 2024 Educator of…

Michigan Young Farmers at national conference in Omaha

A group of Michigan Young Farmers recently returned from the national Young Farmer & Rancher Conference in Omaha.

New county leader Scott Wetherford carries on in Lapeer

After several years on the Lapeer County Farm Bureau board, Scott Wetherford knew it was his time to take a turn at the head of the table.

Jonathan Hop Earns Farm Bureau Insurance Top DSA Honor

Hop wins first Distinguished Sales Award while continuing tradition of achievement for Holland, MI Agency.

Jordan Durga Wins Farm Bureau Insurance Directors' Award

Norton Shores Agent secures honor reserved for achievements in leadership, community and professional development.
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