Resources
Food Policy Resources
Learn more about food policy and food systems using the resources below. We link some of our most recommended resources directly below:
- Food Policy Networks: https://foodpolicynetworks.org
- Food Policy Networks' Resources Database: https://foodpolicynetworks.org/food-policy-resources
- Grassroots Organizing & Advocacy Toolkits for Food Policy Councils
Our CRFS MLFCN Repository for Equity and Access in Food Systems can be found here for a complete list of our suggested resources including primer materials on food systems, how to develop a council, policy advocacy, equity and social justice, as well as more advanced training in food systems.
MLFCN Peer Advisor Program
This program allows council members with experience in particular areas to share their unique knowledge with other councils, advancing each council’s work, further developing food systems leaders.
More MLFCN Resources
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Michigan Local Food Policy Council Network Repository for Equity and Access in Food Systems
Published on January 16, 2024
The Michigan Local Food Council Network (MLFCN) Repository is a living document of local food policy council resources for the Michigan Local Food Policy Council Network. -
School Food Basics Series for the Michigan Local Food Council Network
Published on January 5, 2024
Learn from the Farm to Programs Consultants at the Michigan Department of Education and the Michigan Farm to School team about the basics of school food service and meal programs in this series through the Michigan Local Food Council Network. -
Introduction to Michigan School Meals Presentation: MLFCN Meeting 11-16-23
Published on November 16, 2023
Learn all about the basics of Michigan School Meals and federal meal programs in this presentation by the Michigan Department of Education and Michigan Farm to School team. -
Introduction to School Food Service Presentation: MLFCN Meeting 10-16-23
Published on October 19, 2023
Learn all about the basics of school food service in this presentation by the Michigan Department of Education and Michigan Farm to School team. -
Charter Discussion Guide for Councils
Published on March 17, 2023
The goal of this discussion guide is to support councils to make connections between their work and the MI Good Food Charter. This guide can support your team to understand how The Charter can validate and give power to the work you are already doing. -
The Effects of COVID-19 on Michigan Local Food Councils and Their Communities
Published on February 17, 2021
How have local food councils in Michigan responded to COVID-19, what has supported or challenged their attempts to adapt, and what will a post-pandemic “normal” mean for councils and their communities?