Our vision is a thriving economy, equity and sustainability for Michigan, the country and the planet through food systems rooted in local regions and centered on food that is healthy, green, fair and affordable.
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An Annotated Bibliography on Structural Racism Present in the U.S. Food System, Eighth Edition
Published on January 18, 2021
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Why 10 Cents Matters: A Framework
Published on July 31, 2020
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Funding Sources for Food-Related Businesses: Fifth Edition
Published on March 23, 2020
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Measuring Racial Equity in the Food System: Established and Suggested Metrics
Published on May 6, 2019
News
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Learning and acting together for racial equity
Published on February 10, 2021
In our first-ever at a glance update, we are sharing highlights of how we and our partners are changing to work more equitably and inclusively. -
10 Cents a Meal Grants Awarded to 138 Statewide Applicants
Published on January 21, 2021
138 Michigan schools, school districts, and early childhood centers serving over 406,000 children have been awarded grants from the 10 Cents a Meal program to improve daily nutrition and eating habits for children. -
Equity and collaboration for resilient local food systems across the U.S.
Published on December 30, 2020
More resilient and equitable local food systems nationwide is the focus of a three-year, $600,000 grant awarded to the MSU Center for Regional Food Systems by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.
Featured In the News
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Senator Stabenow Announces $746,480 to Strengthen Local Food Economies in Southwest Michigan and the Upper Peninsula
Published on October 7, 2020 by Senator Debbie Stabenow
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Governor Whitmer Proclaims October as Farm to School Month
Published on October 5, 2020 by Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
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Playing it safe: Aligning organic production with the Food Safety Modernization Act
Published on August 6, 2020 by Organic Grower
Events
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Mar 8
Loan Preparation for New and Beginning Farmers - Online Series - March 8
March 8, 2021 12:00PM – 1:00PM
Loans are an important tool for growing any business. This series will prepare new and beginning farmers with the tools needed to approach a lender.