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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.
First-ever Mi Fresh Fish Expo makes a splash on Michigan’s Capitol lawn

Published on June 30, 2023
More than 500 Michiganders spent day celebrating, learning about state’s aquaculture and commercial fishing industries.
USDA Selects MSU Center for Regional Food Systems to Create Great Lakes Midwest Regional Food Business Center

Published on May 10, 2023
CRFS will receive $20 million to launch this Regional Food Center with key partners in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. This includes the Menominee Indian Tribe Department of Agriculture and Food Systems who will provide Tribal coordination.
CANR provides rankings on department, unit initiatives around DEI

Published on May 3, 2023
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will honor the 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Badge Awards recipients at the CANR Faculty and Staff Reception on May 11.
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.
MSU Product Center recognizes USDA Rural Development Michigan director of business programs at Making It In Michigan event

Published on April 20, 2023
Bobbie Morrison was presented with the 2023 Director’s Award for her critical support of Michigan businesses, entrepreneurs, and communities.
Asparagus: Michigan’s Anticipated Spring Crop

Published on April 20, 2023
As the seasons change, so does the availability of Michigan-grown foods. Asparagus is the crop we can all count on every spring.
Proctor receives 2023 CANR Early Achievement Award

Published on April 14, 2023
Heather Proctor, Center for Regional Food Systems accounting clerk, to receive 2023 CANR Early Achievement Award.
Advancing Equitable Local Food Policy through Community Organizing

Published on March 31, 2023
With support from State Partnerships Improving Nutrition and Equity (SPINE) funding, the Michigan Local Food Council Network invited councils to participate in a skill-building Policy Advocacy Learning Cohort in 2022.
Seeking a Technical Assistance Outreach Specialist

Published on March 30, 2023
MSU CRFS seeks an outreach specialist to support equitable business and technical assistance efforts for food and farm entrepreneurs.