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Good Food Matters: Come to the Table conference focuses on community food systems
Published on March 14, 2013
Inaugural conference focuses on local food system issues and opportunities in Battle Creek, Mich. -
FoodCorps in Michigan helping children live healthier lives
Published on March 8, 2013
Through its network of professional and volunteers, FoodCorps in Michigan is serving thousands of kids increasing their knowledge of and access to healthier foods. -
Community gardens can be anti-crime agents
Published on March 7, 2013
Positive garden activity creates safer communities. -
Several “healthy corner stores” in Grand Rapids ready to expand
Published on March 7, 2013
W.K. Kellogg Foundation grants neighborhood ventures funds to expand the program to 10-12 more stores over the next two years. -
2013 Northeast Michigan Local Foods Summit being held March 23
Published on March 3, 2013
Northeast Michigan Local Foods Summit planned to present food hub & local foods systems work taking place in the region. -
Are food trucks here to stay?
Published on March 2, 2013
Food trucks or mobile kitchens have risen in popularity across the country in recent years. -
Macomb Food Collaborative develops community mission
Published on February 28, 2013
Group works to help forge greater access to safe, fresh and healthy food. -
How is a community food system different than the globalized food system?
Published on February 28, 2013
Community food systems can keep a greater share of a consumer’s food dollar with local farmers and in communities -
Wish to be taken seriously in the food business? Do these five things
Published on February 28, 2013
If you want to place your commercial food product in regional grocery distribution, there are some basic standards to meet. -
Practical reasons to know your food product’s shelf life
Published on February 28, 2013
Shelf life helps determine how and where you can market your commercial food product.