The MDA helps farmers, ranchers, and local units of government with agricultural planning and zoning and livestock siting issues.
Free services we provide to LOCAL GOVERNMENTS:
- Training for counties and townships on agricultural planning and zoning and feedlot siting issues
- Help connecting local governments to technical and scientific planning, zoning, and feedlot siting resources
- Reviews of local zoning ordinances and comprehensive land us plans
- Information for local chambers of commerce, municipalities, and related organizations to help them understand how the livestock sector benefits Minnesota
- Communication with and between local units of government, livestock producers, and state agencies on feedlot siting issues
Free services we provide to LIVESTOCK FARMERS:
- Information for farmers and ranchers to understand agricultural planning and zoning regulations
- Guidance for farmers and ranchers throughout the permitting process
- Information and resources for those who want to start or expand a livestock operation in Minnesota
- Communication with and between local units of government, livestock producers, and state agencies on feedlot siting issues
Since each situation is unique, contact us to request the specific resources you need.
