The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) today invited the public to share input on proposed updates to the state's scientifically based guidelines for agricultural management and food processing.
The Generally Accepted Agricultural and Management Practices (GAAMPs) are scientifically based guidelines for farm operations. The Generally Accepted Processing Practices (GAPPs) are scientifically based guidelines for the commercial preparation of dairy, fruit, grains, meat and vegetables.
The GAAMPs and the GAPPs help mitigate nuisance conditions and promote environmental stewardship, sound management of agricultural inputs and a strong and stable food and agriculture industry.
Advisory committees that are independent of MDARD review the GAAMPs annually and the GAPPs as needed to ensure that they reflect the latest scientific understanding, technological advancements and industry standards. The expert committees propose updates to the GAAMPs and GAPPs and present their proposals to the Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development for review and approval.
This year, MDARD is offering the opportunity to provide input on new GAAMPs for greenhouses and indoor growing facilities. These practices provide a resource to help greenhouse and indoor growers enhance their management practices and mitigate potential nuisance conditions.
Source : michigan.gov