Membership Eligibility
This new organization is for those involved in Michigan farm marketing or agri-tourism endeavors!From the by-laws of the new Michigan Farm Marketing & Agri-Tourism Association:
Eligibility for Membership
Persons (individuals, partnerships, corporations, or limited liability companies) who are owners or persons actively involved in Michigan farm marketing or agri-tourism endeavors including, but not limited to, farm markets, farm direct marketing, farm stays, farm visits, roadside markets or stands, U-Pick operations, Rent-a-Tree operations, community supported agriculture, rural tourism, farm museums, corn mazes, cider mills, pumpkin patches, petting farms, on-farm retail meat shops, on-farm retail dairies and creameries, on-farm woolen goods shops, maple syrup farms, wineries, Christmas tree farms, multi-farmers' markets, agri-entertainment, on-farm retail nurseries, on-farm gift shops, on-farm flowers, herbs and spices stores, on-farm bakeries, on-farm restaurants and cafes, and agri-entertainment enterprises.
Categories of MembershipActive. Active members are those members in good standing. Active members are entitled to all membership privileges including the right to vote, hold office and hold committee positions.
Associate Members. The board of directors may establish categories of associate or supporting members. Associate members may include, but are not limited to, persons who supply goods or services to farm marketing or agri-tourism endeavors. Associate members shall not be entitled to vote or hold office.
Approval of MembershipsAll requests for membership are subject to approval by the board of directors.
