MSU ExtensionCommunity Food Systems

MSU Extension supports the development of community food systems in Michigan by providing resources and programs to develop local food policy councils, farm-to-institutional purchasing, food hubs and farmers markets.

News

Home vegetable gardeners are asked to "grow a row" for their local food pantry

Published on May 17, 2019

Feeding America believes that food insecurity impacts one in eight people in west and northern Michigan.

Is the ag industry ready for a test?

Published on May 15, 2019

The dairy food system is vulnerable to adulteration from an adversary bent on assaulting it. It's important for those involved to become knowledgeable and take actions to prepare and prevent.

Farmer Field School helps diversified vegetable farmers reach new potential

Published on May 1, 2019

Farmer Field School provides education to make farming a more prosperous, secure, and sustainable career choice.

Food system workforce assessment launches in Michigan

Published on April 16, 2019

Does Michigan have the workforce to grow its good food movement? We need your help to find out.

Use the winter and early spring to plan for a school garden project

Published on April 10, 2019

Considerations in planning a school garden.