MSU Extension Food Policy

News

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  Michigan Event Highlights Agricultural Research and Extension

  Published on September 5, 2023
  MSU, Farm Journal Foundation host Congresswoman Slotkin for roundtable discussion on importance of research and outreach in addressing global hunger

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  Community partnership results in “Shared Abundance”

  Published on July 13, 2023
  Northwest Lower Michigan has developed into a thriving food system—the book “Shared Abundance” details the community partnerships that made it happen.

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  Making It In Michigan Conference and Trade Show returned to in-person format for 2023

  Published on April 21, 2023
  MSU Product Center hosted the 14th annual conference on April 20, 2023, at the Lansing Center.

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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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  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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  Nalishebo Meebelo wins International Alumni Award from her alma mater

  Published on November 28, 2022
  PRCI Executive Committee member Nalishebo Meebelo wins International Alumni Award from Edith Cowan University

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  Congratulations to the 2022 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program graduates!

  Published on November 21, 2022
  Eleven beginning and aspiring farmers write business plans, visit 26 farms, and learn hands-on farming skills.

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  Join the Michigan CSA Network Listserv

  Published on November 17, 2022
  Listserv will connect network of CSA farmers and support organizations.

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  Visit 26 innovative farms with new farmers in the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program

  Published on October 31, 2022
  Organic Farmer Training Program participants are learning to farm by seeing what is possible.

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  MSU represented at the DC Innovation Lab Director’s Meeting

  Published on October 10, 2022
  PRCI and the Legume Lab represented MSU at the annual Feed the Future Innovation Lab Directors meeting in Washington D.C.