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Are raw sprouts safe? For consumers: Part One
Published on December 16, 2014
The reasoning behind why sprouts can be harmful to the consumer. -
Are raw sprouts safe? For growers: Part Two
Published on December 16, 2014
How to over come the difficulties in growing sprouts. -
Free winter break reading list for foodies
Published on December 16, 2014
Read up on local and national food systems issues by checking out these library books. -
New initiatives and resources in the Michigan Good Food Movement
Published on December 10, 2014
Michigan Good Food is a policy initiative centered on the Michigan Good Food Charter. Progress continues on the Charter’s goals and agenda priorities, with new initiatives and resources recently released strengthening the local food movement in Michigan. -
Creative ways farmers are growing with Double Up Food Bucks
Published on December 4, 2014
This Michigan-based program to increase healthy food access is expanding and some farmers are gearing up to expand with it. -
Spring off-campus MSU plant science course enrollment deadline nears
Published on November 28, 2014
Plant Science certificate programs are being offered at northwest and southwest Michigan community college locations this spring by Michigan State University Institute of Agricultural Technology. -
Ordering your local turkey for Thanksgiving from a Michigan grower
Published on November 21, 2014
Growers have had your Thanksgiving turkey growing on their Michigan farm since early July. Many farmers encourage you to pre-order your turkey to guarantee there will be a fresh bird available for your holiday table. -
Incentives for food assistance benefits create opportunities for families and local farmers
Published on November 21, 2014
The new Farm Bill incentive program is allowing consumers to support their local farmers. -
Calling all farmers!
Published on November 13, 2014
The Upper Peninsula Farm Incubator is now accepting applications for their Apprentice Farmer Program. -
Local farmers count on professional and social networks for success
Published on November 12, 2014
A panel of farmers at the 2014 Michigan Good Food Summit ties much of their success to social and business connections forged through persistence and trust building.