Resources

Farm to School Video Series from Michigan Department of Education

Published on August 11, 2022
This series from the Michigan Department of Education showcases what farm to school looks like in action and why it matters.
Animal Diet Claims on Food Labels

Published on July 18, 2022
Animal diet claims on food product labels refer to what type of feed an animal eats during it's lifetime, except for milk fed prior to weaning.
Grain Label Claims

Published on July 15, 2022
Whole grains must include the entire grain seed - bran, germ, and endosperm. When whole grains are cracked, crushed, rolled, extruded, and/or cooked, they still contain naturally occurring nutrients found in the original intact grain.
Non-Dairy Beverage Label Claims

Published on July 15, 2022
Non-dairy milk alternatives or substitutes do not currently have a defined standard of identity and do not meet the standards for milk.
Sugar Label Claims

Published on July 15, 2022
Sugar is found in many products, either naturally occurring or added.
Local Sourcing: It is Easier Than You Think

Published on July 1, 2022
Learn strategies to source more locally produced foods in your business.
Navigating Farm Produce Safety Programs

Published on April 20, 2022
As a food service buyer, you rely on your suppliers to provide safe high quality food. Farms have various options for demonstrating their safe produce production and handling practices.
Farm to Institution Food Safety Basics

Published on April 20, 2022
Institutional buyers have a variety of options to verify their produce suppliers’ food safety practices. This resource includes videos, case studies, and links to additional information to learn about on-farm produce safety practices.
Bulletin E-3424 Marketing Fresh Produce via Direct to Consumer and Intermediated Markets

Published on March 31, 2022
The guide provides an overview of direct and intermediated marketing channels, including quality standards, insurance and food safety considerations, communication, skills, pricing, and typical customer profiles.
Supplier Diversity Programs for Institutions: Michigan Farm to Institution Network Virtual Network Meeting

Published on February 8, 2022
This first MFIN Virtual Network Meeting of 2022 focuses on supplier diversity programs for institutional food procurement.