MDARD Seeks Wine Grape Grower Input

Jun 04, 2025

By Lynsey Mukomel

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is seeking input on the potential establishment of a legislatively enacted Michigan wine grape commodity group after growers submitted enough signatures to pursue organization. The department is currently taking nominations for a temporary advisory committee composed of industry members, which will oversee the process moving forward.

"MDARD is committed to maintaining a diverse food and agriculture industry within Michigan and highlighting unique agricultural opportunities," said MDARD Director Tim Boring. "The potential establishment of a wine grape commodity group would support Michigan craft beverage producers and businesses to continue to grow their product, expand their knowledge and improve their economic impact."

In Michigan, Public Act (P.A.) 232 provides an avenue for commodity growers to organize and vote on whether or not to establish a legislatively enacted commodity group.

Source : michigan.gov

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