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.

Per the USDA announcement on July 15, 2025, the Regional Food Business Centers program was terminated, prior to its original end date of July 2028. Because of this, the Great Lakes Midwest Regional Food Business Center halted operations on September 15, 2025 and was unable to responsibly launch the Business Builder Subaward and assistance programs. Please see our related press release.

Events

Dec 4

Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - December 2025

December 4, 2025 Noon to 1pm ET https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP

Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.
Dec 4

SARE Farmer Rancher Grant deadline

December 4, 2025

SARE Farmer Rancher Grants fund $15K for one farmer or $30K for 2 or more farmers to lead on-farm research, education or demonstration projects on sustainability: profitability, environmental stewardship and quality of life. Apply by December 4.
Dec 4

SARE Research & Education Grant deadline

December 4, 2025

SARE Research & Education grants fund $10K to $250K for projects that explore and promote environmentally, economically, and socially responsible food and/or fiber systems with a strong outreach component . Apply by December 4.

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News

Q&A with the Michigan Food Hub Network Coordinators, Lewis Hughes and Jamie Rahrig

Published on November 26, 2025
Get to know the Michigan Food Hub Network! The Michigan Food Hub Network is a group of regional food distributors across the state of Michigan dedicated to supporting the growth and success of our state's local food economy.
Power of Procurement Summit 2025: Shaping the Future of Good Food Purchasing

Published on November 25, 2025
Through panels and collaborative discussions, CRFS team members joined food systems leaders from across the county at the 2025 Power of Procurement Summit to shape the future of good food purchasing.
Protecting animal health by strengthening farm biosecurity

Published on November 24, 2025
Healthy farms mean healthy communities. MSU Extension’s new resources and training make it easier for you to take simple steps that protect animals and keep Michigan agriculture strong.