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LANSING, MI – The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) announces immediate financial aid for Michigan dairy farms affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). This support aims to help farms recover and advance critical HPAI research. Eligible farms can receive up to $28,000 each, with funding available for up to 20 farms, […]

With rising temperatures, it’s important to stay safe and cool. Here are cooling centers in Cass and Van Buren Counties to help you beat the heat: Cass County: Van Buren County: Stay hydrated and take advantage of these cooling centers to remain safe during the heat!

As temperatures rise into the 90s across Michigan, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) reminds pet owners to protect their animals from the heat. Here are six essential tips: For more detailed information and to report concerns, visit the MDARD website. Stay cool and keep your pets safe!

Lt. Governor Gilchrist highlighted 22 Neighborhood Wellness Centers offering free preventive health screenings to address racial health disparities, including a site in Van Buren County located in Niles. Funded by a $17 million FY24 budget investment, these centers provide blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol screenings, COVID-19 and flu testing, and crisis support. Seven centers are

The CDC, FDA, and America’s Poison Centers are investigating severe acute illnesses potentially linked to Diamond Shruumz chocolate bars, cones, and gummies, which are marketed as containing a proprietary mushroom blend. As of June 11, 2024, 12 cases and 10 hospitalizations have been reported across eight states. The cause is currently unknown. Individuals are advised

Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) Director Tim Boring announced the detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a dairy herd from Clinton County, marking the 25th affected dairy herd in Michigan. The initial detection was made by the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, with samples sent to the USDA’s National

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan residents are urged to take precautions against mosquito bites as the first mosquito-borne virus of 2024, Jamestown Canyon virus (JCV), has been detected in Saginaw County. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) confirmed the virus on May 22. Key Precautions: Mosquito-Borne Illnesses: Symptoms of JCV: Prevention Tips: For

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) announced the detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a dairy herd in Ottawa County. Initial testing was done by the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, with confirmatory testing underway at the USDA’s National Veterinary Services Laboratories. MDARD Director Tim Boring

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) reports a new case of influenza A (H5) in a farmworker exposed to infected cows. This marks the second case in Michigan, with no elevated risk to the public. The worker, now recovering, received prompt antiviral treatment. This worker was employed at a

Prosper, TX – 5/24/24 – Dairy Manufacturers Inc. is voluntarily recalling all lot codes of their infant formulas, including Crecelac Infant 0-12, Farmalac 0-12, and Farmalac 0-12 Low Lactose, from the U.S. retail and wholesale market. This action follows an FDA notification indicating non-compliance with section 21 CFR 106.110, related to new infant formula registration.