News

Apply now for SARE Farmer Rancher and Youth Educator Grants

Published on September 17, 2024
USDA Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education funds farmer-led innovations and connecting youth with the land.
Grants for farm research and outreach as well as building partnerships

Published on September 10, 2024
SARE grants available to foster cooperation between agriculture professionals and small groups of farmers and ranchers.
Guest Speakers Lend Their Perspectives to Fall 2024 Courses

Published on August 1, 2024
IFLR is delighted to host a series of special guests in our fall 2024 online courses.
Grants for farmers – Part 1: Grant listings

Published on August 1, 2024
Listings of grants available to farmers from the USDA, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and others.
Family Farms Conference workshop recordings highlight sustainable agriculture

Published on May 17, 2024
Videos include farmer SARE grant projects, farmer wellness, farm to school, agritourism, small-scale livestock and more.
Dig into sustainable farm innovations with a search tool and map of SARE grant projects

Published on April 9, 2024
Find hundreds of SARE grants funded in Michigan and thousands nationally.
SARE resources available to everyone

Published on April 3, 2024
Looking for practical information on sustainable farming and ranching, or for training opportunities?
Field days, workshops and webinars for farmers transitioning to organic

Published on March 14, 2024
Sign up now to visit an organic farm or learn from organic farmers.
Part 2 of the preventative controls for human food training course is now available to take

Published on November 28, 2023
Michigan State University Extension is now offering on-site group training for Michigan food companies!
Join the 2024 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program in Detroit or East Lansing

Published on October 3, 2023
Create a plan for your farm, educational garden or homestead.