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Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update – May 24, 2017
Published on May 24, 2017
Updates about urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoophouses and market gardens in the Flint area. A new Flint Fresh Veggie Box program kicks off this week. -
Steps to keep produce safe
Published on May 24, 2017
Consumers shopping for fresh produce can reflect on steps to help them safely choose and store fresh produce. -
Celebrating the history of the strawberry
Published on May 23, 2017
Michigan’s strawberry season is just around the corner in June. -
Is agritourism right for your farm?
Published on May 22, 2017
From farm stands to corn mazes and pumpkin patches, there are plenty of ways to drive agritourists to your farm. -
Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update – May 10, 2017
Published on May 10, 2017
Growers are assessing frost and freeze damage and planting where fields have dried out. -
Farmers Market Programs for WIC, SNAP and the Senior Populations
Published on May 10, 2017
Make use of programs available to help purchase locally grown produce. -
Three MSU IAT off-campus certificate program sites in Southwest Michigan
Published on May 8, 2017
Kellogg Community College joins Glen Oaks Community College and Southwestern Michigan College as partners with Michigan State University (MSU) Institute of Agricultural Technology. -
Starting a licensed food business
Published on May 8, 2017
Starting a licensed food business training will help you understand how to turn your food business idea into a successful commercial reality. -
Getting ready for canning season
Published on May 2, 2017
Many consumers prefer to preserve food from local farmers markets and gardens. Now is a good time to start an inventory of your home canning equipment. -
Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update – April 28, 2017
Published on May 2, 2017
Growers in urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoophouses and market gardens are prepping and planting during the recent days without rain this week.