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MDARD, Michigan Agricultural Preservation Fund Board Award $1.8 Million of Grant Funding to Local Farmland Preservation Programs

By Lynsey Mukomel

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) and the Michigan Agricultural Preservation Fund Board (MAPFB) today announced more than $1.8 million of Agricultural Preservation Fund grants to protect farmland in six counties and townships.

"MDARD is committed to sustaining Michigan's rich agricultural heritage and to protecting farmland crucial to the prosperity of communities throughout our state,"  said MDARD Director and MAPFB Chair Tim Boring. "Through the Agricultural Preservation Fund, MDARD can help local governments conserve farmland for the future benefit of their residents."

After a competitive review process, MDARD selected the following local counties and townships to receive grants that will help preserve 655.49 acres:

  • Washtenaw County - $525,600
  • Dexter Township - $449,280
  • Ottawa County - $352,149
  • Berrien County - $250,000
  • Macomb County - $135,000
  • Northfield Township - $100,000
Source : michigan.gov

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