Briefs & Fact Sheets

A Case for Daily Slaughter in Small Meat Plants

Published on August 9, 2017
This brief discusses the merits of daily slaughter to aid small meat plants into increased sales and profitability.
Developing Large-Scale Sustainable Local Egg Markets

Published on August 9, 2017
This brief explores a possible method to help local egg growers develop large-scale markets.
Economics of Healthy Food Incentives at Michigan Farmers Markets: Study Highlights

Published on August 8, 2017
This brief introduces findings and next steps from a study evaluating the economic influences of Double Up Food Bucks on Michigan farmers and farmers markets.
Regulatory Routes to Purchasing Michigan Meat

Published on July 13, 2017
This infographic is designed the help both buyers and sellers of meat understand meat processing regulation in Michigan.
Understanding How Michigan Institutions Define Local Food

Published on December 6, 2016
The Michigan Farm to Institution Network informally surveyed Michigan institutions to better understand what they consider “local” as it relates to food procurement.
Cultivate Michigan 2016 Data Brief

Published on October 21, 2016
This brief provides a snapshot of the Cultivate Michigan campaign’s current standing and progress made since launch.
Farmer Perspectives on Farm to Institution in Michigan

Published on May 5, 2016
In 2015, Michigan farmers were interviewed about their experiences and perceptions of selling to institutions.
Local Governments & Food Systems - 2015 Survey Results

Published on May 5, 2016
CRFS worked with the International City/County Management Association to conduct a second comprehensive national survey of local government policies, programs, plans, and other activities supporting food systems.
2016-2017 MI Farm to School Grantees

Published on April 15, 2016
This document provides a list of current and previous MI Farm to School Grantees for 2016-2017, including K-12 schools/districts and early childcare and education programs.
Michigan Local Food Council Network Webinar Summary - Feb 24, 2016

Published on March 23, 2016
Andrea Brown led a presentation and discussion on how to transform the occasional event attendee into a dynamic leader and how to grow council membership beyond the usual participants.
Michigan Local Food Council Network Meeting Summary - October 8, 2015

Published on November 11, 2015
This brief report summarizes the presentations and discussions at the October 8, 2015, Michigan Local Food Council Network meeting, held in Detroit.
Michigan Local Food Council Network Webinar Summary - August 2015

Published on September 28, 2015
The Michigan Local Food Council Network held a webinar on public policy advocacy on August 6, 2015.
Michigan Farm to Institution Network and Cultivate Michigan Info Sheet

Published on July 28, 2015
This two-pager provides an overview of the work of the Michigan Farm to Institution Network.
Michigan Local Food Council Network Meeting Summary - May 27, 2015

Published on July 10, 2015
This brief report summarizes the presentations and discussions at the inaugural Michigan Local Food Council Network meeting, held in Lansing on May 27, 2015.
Michigan Food Hub Points of Contact

Published on May 15, 2015
This document provides important points of contact for the Michigan Food Hub Network.
Resources for Urban Agriculture through Michigan State University

Published on May 7, 2015
This document is a listing of Michigan State University resources for agricultural activities in urban settings.
Farm to School in Michigan: Statewide Response Shows Widespread Activity

Published on February 13, 2015
This brief outlines results of a two-part optional question on local food purchasing that the Michigan Department of Education added to the 2014 MEGS online application.
Farm to Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Trainings Information Sheet

Published on January 12, 2015
This document provides information about the Farm to Migrant and Seasonal Head Start trainings.
Michigan Good Food Charter Shared Measurement Project 2014-2015 Overview

Published on December 22, 2014
This document provides an overview of the Michigan Good Food Charter Shared Measurement Project's direction for 2014-2015.
Michigan Food Hub Network Information Sheet

Published on August 31, 2014
This document provides and overview of the Michigan Food Hub Learning and Innovation Network and its work.