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MAEAP Systems
Farmstead
Forest, wetlands, & Habitat
Farmstead
The Farmstead System reviews potential risks at the farm site. This includes a review of chemical, fuel and pesticide storage, and wells. It may also include manure storage on livestock farms. This system is applicable to farms of all sizes & commodities.
Cropping
Forest, wetlands, & Habitat
Farmstead
The Cropping System reviews production practices that occur wherever crops are grown on the farm. It reviews risks associated with pesticide and nutrient application, erosion control, and record keeping. The Cropping category focuses on field-based activities such as water use, soil conservation, and nutrient management. This category applies to all crops grown in Michigan.
Livestock
Forest, wetlands, & Habitat
Forest, wetlands, & Habitat
The Livestock System reviews practices related to livestock production. This includes manure storage, transfer and land application, record keeping, feed storage, erosion control, nutrient management and lot management. It relates to all types of livestock produced on the farm. This category applies to all Michigan livestock farms, regardless of the animals raised or their size.
Forest, wetlands, & Habitat
Forest, wetlands, & Habitat
Forest, wetlands, & Habitat
The Forest, Wetlands & Habitat System reviews management practices relating to areas on the farm with woodlands, wetlands, and other types of managed habitats. This review looks at the management plans created for all of these land uses to promote and ensure sustainable practices are being implemented. This system focuses on practices tha
The Forest, Wetlands & Habitat System reviews management practices relating to areas on the farm with woodlands, wetlands, and other types of managed habitats. This review looks at the management plans created for all of these land uses to promote and ensure sustainable practices are being implemented. This system focuses on practices that promote sustainable forest and wetlands management. These include forest health; protecting air, water, and soil; and restoring habitats.
Why Get MAEAP Verified?
Financial Benefits
Several financial benefits are available to farmers who become verified or even just have a risk assessment!
- Michigan Corn Growers Association: Free 3-year membership for first-time verification (Verifiers have membership forms).
- Crystal Flash: Will offer up to 10 percent off a fuel tank purchase to meet MAEAP verification. Mention MAEAP to your Crystal Flash sales representative and they can offer more deals
- Michigan Pork Producers: Will offer to help pay for a second MAEAP sign for pork producers (contact Michigan Pork Producers).
- Farm Bureau Insurance: Discount on the liability portion of a farm owners' policy for MAEAP verifications:
- Complete an environmental risk assessment and receive a 10% discount.
- Complete one system of MAEAP and receive a 15% discount.
- By completing verification in two or more systems of MAEAP, you may be eligible for a 20% discount.
- Michigan Wheat Program: Offers a one-time $50 financial award for documented wheat farmers (one award per farmer, not per farm) who are currently growing wheat and have obtained their first cropping system verification in MAEAP.
Add Value to your farm
Excessive use of pesticide or fertilizer aren't only bad for the environment, but bad for your wallet too! A simple fix can save you and your operation thousands over the years and even open your eyes to other quick fixes & additions that can make you and your production more efficient, and in turn, more profitable. The MAEAP program is designed to not only protect the water and the environment, but also your pocketbook and wellbeing too!
Cost-Share Program
Funds are available to help farmers become verified if financial assistance is needed, depending on the need & availability. Once you fill out an application and are approved for cost share, you may receive a 50% reimbursement up to $500 per qualified applicant! If you are one or two practices away from verification, we can help you with that final push.
Receive Recognition
MAEAP verified farms receive recognition for the work they do to protect the land they produce from. Verified farms obtain a sign to display on their farm to signify they follow conservation practices. They also are held to a higher standard, showing that anything produced by that farm is made with the environment in mind. You will have an enduring sense of pride & accomplishment for being one of the top stewards of the land in not just your county, but your entire state too!
Regulatory protections
Since MAEAP verified farms are held to a higher standard, they are more protected from regulatory actions and corrective measures. If a producer does end up having a large spill for example, they would be protected from most fines & fees that come with cleanup and damage mitigation. Verified farms also tend to have an easier time with food safety inspections since they are already reducing potential pollution and in turn, keeping their facilities clean.
MAEAP Happening
Neal Tree Farm
THE FIRST FOREST WETLAND HABITAT VERIFICATION IN ARENAC COUNTY. CONGRATULATIONS!
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