The Michigan Agri-Business Association is hopeful the state

budget agreement reached Monday will fully fund critical ag department

functions. 

President Chuck Lippstreu issued a statement saying they applaud Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Republican Majority Leader Mike Shirkey and Speaker Lee Chatfield for a framework agreement to address the state’s budget shortfall.  Lippstreau says many functions of state government are critical for the success of Michigan’s agricultural sector, and MABA is hopeful the budget will fully equip the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and other state agencies to continue their important work on behalf of farmers and rural businesses. 

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