People
Education Team
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Mariel Borgman
Community Food Systems
mborgm@msu.edu
989-506-3922
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Katie Brandt
Extension Educator
brandtk7@msu.edu
616-885-7776
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Jeremy Jubenville
Floriculture Educator
jubenvi3@msu.edu
269-384-8010
Mentorship Coordinators
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Sam Wallace, TOPP Technician
Grand Traverse Conservation District swallace@gtcd.org
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Kim Williams-Guillen, TOPP Specialist
Washtenaw County Conservation District kim.williams-guillen@washtenaw.org
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Alex Cacciari, TOPP Specialist
Washtenaw County Conservation District alex.cacciari@macd.org
Partner Organizations
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MIFarmLink
Published on March 18, 2026
MIFarmLink bridges the gap between farmers seeking land and farmland owners through an online platform and matching services. -
Michigan Food & Farming Systems (MIFFS)
Published on August 27, 2024
MIFFS’ innovative farmer networks build stronger communities, resource sharing, peer-to-peer discussions, and mentorship opportunities. -
Crosshatch Center for Art & Ecology
Published on August 27, 2024
Crosshatch builds strong communities through the intersections of art, farming, ecology and economy.