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USDA offers share dollars for organic certification
Published on September 30, 2016
Producers who paid for organic certification are eligible for reimbursement through MDARD. -
Ways to be a better neighbor – without breaking the bank
Published on September 29, 2016
More than 90 percent of Americans are very positive about having good neighbors. Being a good neighbor can help you make a difference and feel a sense of power in your life. -
Septic systems survey shows positive impacts
Published on September 28, 2016
Results from informal follow up surveys shows participant are adopting positive changes to protect and maintain their onsite waste water treatment systems. -
Michigan potatoes are delicious autumn comfort food
Published on September 28, 2016
Potatoes are a fall crop that can be stored and savored all season long. -
Farm to pantry project expands to Ottawa county
Published on September 28, 2016
The Ottawa county Food Policy Council receives funding to bring more local produce to food pantries. -
2016 FDA FSMA-compliant grower produce safety trainings scheduled
Published on September 27, 2016
Produce Safety Alliance grower training course sessions satisfying the Food and Drug Administration Food Safety Modernization Act certification requirement will be offered at three Michigan locations in November 2016. -
Michigan’s optional unified form of county government: Part one
Published on September 26, 2016
The optional unified form is another alternative method for Michigan counties to structure their administrative role. -
Michigan’s optional unified form of county government: Part two
Published on September 26, 2016
The optional unified form is another alternative method for Michigan counties to structure their administrative role. -
Joint Planning Commission involves 11 townships
Published on September 23, 2016
It may be the largest Joint Planning Commission in Michigan, with 11 governments cooperating. The Joint Commission forms one planning commission and one zoning ordinance for the 11 participating townships. -
October is Farm to School Month
Published on September 22, 2016
Connecting kids with where their food comes from.