Michigan Livestock Branding
Michigan cattle brand registration is handled by the Secretary of State, not the Department of Agriculture. Brands are issued for 10-year periods and must be at least 3 inches high placed in a conspicuous location. Brands cannot duplicate existing valid brands.
Governing Body
- Agency
- Michigan Secretary of State
- Website
- https://www.michigan.gov/sos/
Official Brand Book
- Type
- Physical Only
- Notes
- No online brand search available. Brand records maintained by Secretary of State.
Registration
- Registration Info
- https://www.michigan.gov/sos/resources/forms
- Registration Fee
- $50 original, $20 renewal, $10 transfer
- Renewal Cycle
- 10 years
- Notes
- Brands must be at least 3 inches high. Cannot be earmark, tattoo, or vaccination mark. Transferred brands valid 5 years then renewable for 10-year periods.
Laws & Regulations
Michigan Brands Coming Soon
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