Wayne Whitman is the only person I ever spoke with that had anything negative to say about our situation. Our township is running with his opinion, however. Case law in the state of Michigan has set a precedent with the MRTFA, especially siting the 1999-2000 amendment addressing zoning that is in direct conflict with the RTFA. Nearly all of the cases that have gone to the court of appeals in Michigan, using the RTFA, the judge has ruled in favor of the farmer (commercial). Let's take a step back though. Have you talked to your neighbors about having chickens? Are they in favor for or against you doing it? Typically, zoning will not be an issue unless you have complaints against you. Then, if they are for it, keep it small and clean. I would also suggest trying to get a group of folks together that would like to see an ordinance drawn up pertaining to the keeping of chickens in your town. Approach the planning commission with the idea and see if you can create change. There are options before having to get into a MRTF scenario.