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2016 Breakfast on the Farm hosts are ready for company

Published on August 3, 2016
This summer, Breakfast on the Farm features two farm families committed to showing the public where their food comes from. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit Zwerk and Sons Farms in Tuscola County and Hartland Farms in Lenawee County.
Zwerk and Sons Farm to host the first 2016 Breakfast on the Farm event on Aug. 13

Published on July 18, 2016
Join us in Tuscola County for the first Breakfast on the Farm event of the year. Learn about how your food is grown and raised, and meet the farmers dedicated to bringing your family safe and nutritious meals.
Enjoy free family fun and learning at Breakfast on the Farm this summer

Published on June 6, 2016
Learn more about where your food comes from and how it is produced at one of the scheduled Breakfast on the Farm events this summer. An experience that gives consumers a hands-on look at modern farming.
They did what to your milk?

Published on February 1, 2016
What exactly is done to milk after it reaches the processing plant, and why do they do it?
Hank Choate named Michigan State University Department of Animal Science Dairy Farmer of the Year

Published on January 26, 2016
Jackson County farmer recognized for his leadership, accomplishments and passion for the dairy industry at the 2016 Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference.
Breakfast on the Farm improves consumer trust in dairy farming

Published on December 30, 2015
Place-based education provides the opportunity for consumers to experience modern farming in their local communities.
Tis the season to talk to your city cousins about how you produce their food

Published on December 22, 2015
Even though your relatives and friends have a relationship to the farm, don’t assume that they understand what you do on a daily basis to ensure quality, safety, good animal care and environmental protection.
Breakfast on the Farm wraps up another successful season

Published on September 28, 2015
Five Michigan farm families gave visitors an incredible first-hand look at modern agriculture. Now is the time for interested farm families to apply to host an event in 2016.
One more opportunity to attend Breakfast on the Farm this summer

Published on August 24, 2015
Don’t miss the opportunity to join the thousands of people who have attended Breakfast on the Farm events in Michigan.
Gratiot County farm to host Breakfast on the Farm Aug. 15

Published on July 21, 2015
Come join the family behind your food at Wheeler Dairy for a free educational event and breakfast.