In the past the beekeepers were able to get some money from the state for bear fencing through MDARD, but I believe that program has ended.  Currently, the only support that I am aware of is through the USDA - 

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/wildlifedamage/sa_program_overview/ws-nonlethal/nonlethal-ws-initiative
The contact for this program in Michigan is Ryan Dinehart -<personal data hidden>

I know they deal with nuisance bears, but you can reach out to him to see what is available for prevention as well.