Overview

Michigan is known throughout the world as a top producer of dry edible beans for a very good reason. Michigan works hard to grow and market world-class beans that reflect the place from which they came and the passionate commitment of the people involved.
The Michigan Bean Commission is headquartered in St. Johns. St. Johns is just south of the growing area, nearby State of Michigan governmental offices, Michigan Farm Bureau, and research institutions such as Michigan State University and the University of Michigan.

We all benefit from the efforts of The Michigan Bean Commission. There are more than 2500 growers registered with the Michigan Bean Commission who are dedicated to bringing consumers the highest quality dry beans. Michigan's growers have a long history of production and are recognized worldwide as industry leaders.

Committees for the 2011/2012 year set:

Executive Committee:

Chair – Ross Voelker

Vice Chairman – Clint Stoutenburg

Treasurer – Jack Frank

Saginaw Valley Bean & Beet Research Farm (SVB&BF):

Member – Jack Frank - Chair

Member – Fran Carlson

Michigan Dry Edible Bean Production Research Advisory Board (PRAB):

Member – Dennis Engelhard

Member – John Densmore

Member – Cliff Roggenbuck

Member – Clint Stoutenburg

United States Dry Bean Council (USDBC):

Director – Ross Voelker

Alternate – Clint Stoutenburg

2^nd Alternate – Fran Carlson

Liaison to B & B Farm relocation

Delegate – Jack Frank

Alternate – Ross Voelker

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