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Urban farming is producing food and future leaders in Flint
Published on June 11, 2012
Tour urban farming in Flint and discover that it’s is not only growing food – it’s growing the community! -
Michigan summer berries are off to a fast start: Harvest is early and quality is great!
Published on June 7, 2012
Michigan summer berry season is three weeks early this year. Early spring berry harvest is underway and that means the season will end early as well. -
Demonstrations and taste testing are effective ways to promote products at farmers’ markets
Published on June 6, 2012
Food safety is an important consideration when offering product samples. -
MarketMaker assists fruit industry
Published on May 30, 2012
MarketMaker provides assistance to Michigan’s fruit producers affected by spring freezes. -
What are the sectors of a community food system?
Published on May 30, 2012
Community food systems are comprised of six different components that work in conjunction to produce “good food.” -
Defining “good food”
Published on May 30, 2012
The Michigan Good Food Charter defines good food as food that is healthy, green, fair and affordable. -
Growth creates challenges for farmers market success
Published on May 24, 2012
As local farmers markets grow, market organizers may want to consider more formal organizations and working to fund paid staff to support their efforts. -
Find a variety of plants and produce at Michigan farmers markets
Published on May 24, 2012
May and June bring Michigan-grown early season items and plants to many farmers markets. -
Regional food system development bolstered by new university research, outreach initiative
Published on May 22, 2012
There are few things more universal than the need to eat. Where communities get their food, how it is produced, and how people access it are among the issues that a new Michigan State University initiative will address. -
Use Michigan Bridge Card to make your food dollar bloom
Published on May 22, 2012
Use Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to buy edible plants at farmers markets.