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Find fruit for your market with online tool
Published on May 8, 2012
MarketMaker can aid in sourcing fruit for your market, many Michigan crops have been damaged by cold weather this year. -
Is there a hoophouse in your future?
Published on May 8, 2012
Hoophouses are becoming a popular way for gardeners and vegetable farmers to extend our Michigan growing season. -
Department of Labor withdraws proposed regulations for young hired farm workers
Published on May 4, 2012
The decision to withdraw the rule, including provisions to define the “parental exemption,” was made in response to thousands of comments expressing concerns about the effect of the proposed rules on small family-owned farms. -
Regional food hub guide equips entrepreneurs with useful resources
Published on April 30, 2012
A new guide for food entrepreneurs, their supporters, those interested in starting food hubs and food hub operators seeking to expand their operations has just been released. -
NWM Food System Sector Alliance will meet to foster regional economic development
Published on April 20, 2012
The Northwest Michigan Agriculture and Food System Sector Alliance bi-annual meeting will discuss economic development and job creation in Michigan. -
Food insecurity resources in Macomb County
Published on March 28, 2012
Food insecurity exists in low income communities and brings challenges to healthy food access. -
Commit to buying local food
Published on March 28, 2012
This spring make a commitment to buy local food and to eat healthy. -
Godfrey-Lee schools serve locally grown vegetables
Published on March 13, 2012
District supports farm-to-school concept and hopes to expand program. -
The many faces of know your farmer, know your food
Published on March 1, 2012
A local/regional food systems conference hosted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) – Rural Development & Food and Nutrition Service at the Federal Reserve Bank in Chicago on February 3. Large corporations, non-profits, small businesses, -
Farm to school programs
Published on March 1, 2012
Meet and greet events help to reduce barriers and increase potential for success.