MSU ExtensionFarm & Farmers Markets

MSU Extension assists farms and farmers markets’ efforts by bringing together partners, identifying successful market models, establishing rules and regulations, identifying and training managers and helping recruit vendors.

News

MSU Releases Directory of Michigan Food System Councils

Published on August 13, 2019

New directory makes it easier for residents to connect with councils and networks working on food systems in their city, county and region.

New lavender online course now available

Published on August 6, 2019

Ready to turn your garden purple? A new online course will teach growers how to establish lavender, manage, harvest and market the crop.

Project FRESH: Nutrition education at farmers markets

Published on August 5, 2019

Bringing families and farmers markets together creates opportunities for nutrition.

Discover Michigan Fresh and Prescription for Health

Published on August 5, 2019

A pilot program in Midland to tie healthy eating with the local farmers market.

MSU Extension director tours the revitalized Downtown Saginaw Farmers' Market

Published on August 2, 2019

Farmers market finds a permanent home that they hope will allow it to become a downtown staple.