March Proclaimed as Food and Ag Month

Liz Gullett

Mar 12, 2021

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed March as Michigan Food and Agriculture Month. This is done to celebrate Michigan’s farmers, the diversity of products grown and processed in our state, and the partnerships that keep our food and agriculture industry thriving. The state has been an ideal location for food and agriculture businesses due to our proximity to the Great Lakes, along with our unique geographic location, rich and varied soil types, and various microclimates. “Michigan’s food and agriculture industry is a national powerhouse,” said Governor Whitmer. “It is responsible for 805,000 jobs and contributes over $104 billion to our state’s economy. With more than $1.8 billion in export sales annually, nations across the globe buy our products for their quality and safety.”

One example is Michigan potatoes, which contributes about $1.24 billion to the state’s economy, including more than 3,000 jobs in potato production and processing. Each year, 1.7 billion pounds of potatoes are harvested in the state.

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