MSU Extension Community Food Systems

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  National Institute of Food and Agriculture awards MSU Center for Regional Food Systems $3.45 million to Expand Culturally Relevant Support for Farm and Food Business owners

  Published on March 30, 2023
  Over the next five years, MSU CRFS will work with MSU Extension, Michigan Food and Farming Systems (MIFFS), and the Julian Samora Institute to develop resources for inclusive farm business engagement.

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  MSU Extension partnership receives USDA funding to expand urban orcharding in Detroit

  Published on March 8, 2023
  Funding will support a collaborative partnership leading the charge to expand fruit and nut production for urban farmers and backyard growers in Detroit.

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  Ten things to remember about composting during the winter

  Published on March 6, 2023
  Healthy organisms in a balanced compost will be active, hot, and produce steam even in the winter.

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  Mentors matter for new farmers

  Published on February 28, 2023
  Michigan Sustainable Farm Mentors program connects 42 beginning and aspiring farmers with experienced farmers.

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  Sustainable agriculture grants for training farm educators and graduate student research

  Published on February 28, 2023
  Apply by April for projects supporting people, resource protection, and long-term farm profitability.

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  MSU Extension offers learning opportunities for small, medium and large farms

  Published on January 27, 2023
  MI Ag Ideas to Grow With Virtual Conference is offered February 27 – March 10, 2023 and highlights beekeeping, livestock production, environmental management and farmers markets.

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  Dog Star Hops takes home coveted Chinook Cup for second year in a row

  Published on January 26, 2023
  Michigan hop farms are recognized for excellence at the 2023 Michigan Great Beer State Conference & Trade Show.

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  New video series shares tips for farmers selling to local restaurants, retailers and institutions

  Published on January 24, 2023
  Hear insights from 14 farmers, food entrepreneurs and marketing experts.

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  Third annual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference focuses on food and animal production

  Published on January 19, 2023
  The MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference offers an array of free educational sessions on food and animal production from February 27 through March 10.

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  SARE resources available to everyone

  Published on January 4, 2023
  Looking for practical information on sustainable farming and ranching, or for training opportunities?