Our vision is a thriving economy, equity and sustainability for Michigan, the country and the planet through food systems rooted in local regions and centered on food that is healthy, green, fair and affordable.
Events
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Aug 5
Roots, Flowers, and Fresh Ideas: a Michigan Small Farm Tour Series
August 5, 2026 – September 10, 2026 Multiple
Some of the best lessons in agriculture are learned on the farm. This summer, MSU Extension invites you to visit six unique Michigan farms through a series of on-farm learning experiences
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Aug 5
Whitney Farmstead Farm Tour
August 5, 2026 10:00AM – 12:30PM 3803 Farrell Rd, Dexter, MI 48130
Tour Whitney Farmstead, a regenerative ranching and maple sugaring operation for a look at the pastures, livestock systems, and maple syrup operation while highlighting practical strategies for building healthy soils through regenerative agriculture.
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Aug 5
FREE Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - August 2026
August 5, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Noon to 1pm ET https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP
Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.
News
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Stepping Stones: Accelerator spaces create economic growth opportunities for packaged food makers
Published on July 16, 2026
Get to know Julius Buzzard, Executive Director of Growing Hope. Learn how Julius and his team are creating an opportunity for food manufacturing in Ypsilanti. -
Agrivoltaic opportunities: Grazing livestock in solar energy systems
Published on July 6, 2026
Increasing community support for agrivoltaics, the practice of farming in and around solar projects, provides an opportunity for solar developers and the Michigan sheep industry to collaboratively meet the market demand for a steady supply of quality lamb. -
Michigan Organizations Receive Funding to Strengthen Local School Food System through Innovation Hub
Published on June 29, 2026
Five Michigan organizations will receive grant awards up to $200,000 per year from the Lake Michigan School Food System Innovation Hub to expand access to local, healthy, and delicious food in schools.
Featured In the News
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Michigan Good Food Pledge builds local food purchasing networks
Published on July 31, 2026
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MDARD launches initiative to expand Michigan-grown food in schools, hospitals
Published on July 29, 2026
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10 Cents a Meal program return could benefit Michigan farmers, students
Published on June 15, 2026
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