Save the date for a series of district policy development meetings happening in June, providing an opportunity for county Farm Bureau members in Michigan to actively participate in shaping the future of agriculture. These meetings serve as a platform to address emerging issues, discuss potential solutions, and contribute to the development of policies that can influence the direction and outcomes for Michigan's farms and agribusinesses.
Emily Reinart, Michigan Farm Bureau's grassroots policy outreach specialist, encourages both new and returning members to attend these meetings. Reinart emphasizes the low-pressure environment, where ideas can be shared, problems and opportunities can be identified, and potential changes to state or national policies can be discussed.
The scheduled meetings will take place on various dates in June, allowing flexibility for attendees. As details are confirmed, interested individuals are encouraged to reach out to the listed contacts to express their interest in participating and to obtain the specific date and time for their district's meeting.
For those unable to attend in person, alternative ways to contribute and provide input will be made available. The proposals developed during these meetings will progress to county annual meetings, where members will vote on them before they are passed on to the state-level policy development committee. The final slate of policies will be deliberated by voting delegates at the MFB's annual meeting in late November.
By actively engaging in these policy development meetings, Michigan Farm Bureau members can have a direct impact on the future of the agricultural industry in their state.
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