Influence. Action. Impact.
Lansing Legislative Seminar provides an opportunity for members passionate about Farm Bureau policy to meet members with shared interests and learn from expert speakers about issues impacting the food and agriculture sector. Attendees will also engage with state elected officials to help them better understand how their actions impact Michigan farmers.
Contact your county Farm Bureau office to register by February 2, 2024
Why we need you there:
2024 AGENDA
9:00 a.m. State Capitol Building Tours
- See the new Heritage Hall space with history exhibits, artifact space, and more.
9:30 a.m. Registration
10:00 a.m. Legislative and regulatory updates
11:30 a.m. Welcome from MFB President Carl Bednarski
- Excellence in Grassroots Lobbying Award presentation
12:00 p.m. Lunch reception with representatives, senators, and state agency leaders
1:30 p.m. Break
2:00 p.m. Breakout sessions
- Option 1: Quality of Life Director Panel discussion
- MDARD Director Tim Boring
- MDNR Director Scott Bowen
- MDEGLE Director Phillip Roos
- Option 2: A Look Back to Move Forward
- A review and analysis of recent issues impacting Farm Bureau policy and agriculture, including but not limited to energy, environment, and higher education.
- Option 3: Work Zone: Excavate some tips for building successful relationships with your county officials
- Spend time with other local members that are interested in hosting or attending county Farm Bureau activities with elected officials. This is a great session to attend whether you're a public policy committee member or not!
3:00 p.m. 2024 Election Forecast with Michigan political reporter Rick Albin
4:00 p.m. Adjourn