S2. Ep. 4 Gary McDowell, Director - Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development

MDARD Director McDowell breaks down the complex ecosystem of agriculture and rural development across the State of Michigan. 

Join Gary McDowell, Director of Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development, with host Ed Clemente as they discuss one of the biggest economic industries in Michigan.  Gary grew up in the Upper Peninsula and has a family business of hay farming, as well as careers including being a county commissioner, a UPS driver, volunteer firefighter and EMT. He is passionate about the agriculture business and its future growth for talent and economy. Director McDowell also discusses the Office of Rural Development and how it works hand in glove with Michigan’s agriculture future. You can also read the transcript from the conversation.