Page 109 - MFB State Annual Meeting 2018 -- RESOLUTIONS BOOK

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We oppose:
any Legislation regulating state agencies from using that regulates the use of neonicotinoids, organophosphates, pyrethroids, methocarbamates, and/or organochlorines by state agencies, without the use of proper unless research or conclusive scientific evidence prove that these compounds pose adverse effects on the environment when used according to label.
Legislating science from the bench of a court/jury without sound scientific proof, well-documented scientific studies from respected scientists, scholars, government bodies and universities in regard to the safe use of necessary tools such as chlorpyrifos and glyphosate without extensive research and study.
#27 MICHIGAN SHEEP INDUSTRY
1 We believe with proper leadership and research the
2 sheep industry will provide a substantial source of
3 income for Michigan farmers. We strongly support the
4 sheep industry in Michigan. We urge:
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Increased development of new uses of wool and new consumer convenient lamb products. Inclusion of lamb prices in Farm Bureau market reports such as Michigan Farm News and radio broadcasts.
Research into lethal and non-lethal methods of predator control as they can be applied in Michigan. such as adoption of a "toxic collar" program. [Relocated in policy]All owners of sheep participate in the National Scrapie Eradication Program.
Funding for an indemnification program for losses from a wolfves, coyotes and cougars. indemnification program by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Adoption of a "toxic collar" program for use in controlling predator damage.
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22 We urge [Relocated text] all owners of sheep to
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#28 MICHIGAN SUGAR INDUSTRY
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Michigan Farm Bureau supports continued efforts to minimize negative impacts to the U.S. sugar industry from any trade agreement.
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We support:
Sugar imports be based on total sugar content
regardless of the level of refinement upon entry into the United States.
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