LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Agri-Business Association (MABA) President Chuck Lippstreu issued the following statement on the agreement to open the Gordie Howe International Bridge July 27: “Michigan’s agricultural industry welcomes this agreement to open the bridge. The bridge modernizes and streamlines one of the most important commercial corridors in North America, supporting Michigan agricultural exports and rural economic success. This world-class infrastructure will benefit our state’s farmers and rural businesses from day one, and agricultural shippers are eager for it to open.” Agriculture and its related industries represent Michigan’s second-largest economic engine. The state exports nearly $3 billion in agricultural products annually, with approximately 43% of that export value moving to Canada. # # # About the Michigan Agri-Business Association: The Michigan Agri-Business Association represents nearly 300 business members spanning the agricultural value chain. These include retailers that provide seed, fertilizer, crop protection and technology to farmers; businesses that handle and export grain; animal feed suppliers; food processors; logistics companies and beyond. Learn more at www.miagbiz.org.
