$4.73 billion
annual economic impact of Michigan livestock industry, including dairy, according to MDARD
$10
return for every $1 of research investment in animal agriculture
$2.6 million
in support of M-AAA's 2019 research and outreach initiatives
2018 M-AAA Legislative Summary
The 2018 M-AAA Legislative Summary details some of the recent research and extension projects that received funding from the Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture.
M-AAA is proud to partner with the following industry organizations:
- Michigan Allied Poultry Industries
- Michigan Cattlemen’s Association
- Michigan Farm Bureau
- Michigan Horse Industry
- Michigan Meat Association
- Michigan Milk Producers Association
- Michigan Pork Producers
- Michigan Sheep Producers Association
- Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
- Michigan Soybean Promotion Committee (Associate Member)
News
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MDARD director shares how partnerships power Michigan
Published on February 3, 2020
Gary McDowell, director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, believes collaborations with Michigan State University are key for the future of agriculture in the state.
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Initiative driving support of Michigan's animal agriculture industries
Published on February 1, 2020
MSU and animal agriculture commodity organizations partner to address industry’s most pressing challenges.
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Critical state funding for animal agriculture remains in jeopardy
Published on January 30, 2020
Through M-AAA, MSU scientists have conducted relevant, timely research on behalf of the animal agriculture industry. Regrettably, state support is currently not appropriated for 2020, leaving critical research and outreach programs in jeopardy.
