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The Michigan Apple Crunch returns this October

Published on September 1, 2023
Celebrate Michigan apples and National Farm to School Month by participating in the annual Michigan Apple Crunch.
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.
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.
National Institute of Food and Agriculture awards MSU Center for Regional Food Systems $3.45 million to Expand Culturally Relevant Support for Farm and Food Business owners

Published on March 30, 2023
Over the next five years, MSU CRFS will work with MSU Extension, Michigan Food and Farming Systems (MIFFS), and the Julian Samora Institute to develop resources for inclusive farm business engagement.
School Food System Innovation Hub to Bring Innovative Supply Chain Solutions to the Lake Michigan Region

Published on March 29, 2023
MSU CRFS will serve as the state lead for the Lake Michigan School Food System Innovation Hub which will improve access to nutritious, locally grown food in the Great lakes region, along with partners in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Northern Indiana.
Sustainable agriculture grants for training farm educators and graduate student research

Published on February 28, 2023
Apply by April for projects supporting people, resource protection, and long-term farm profitability.
New video series shares tips for farmers selling to local restaurants, retailers and institutions

Published on January 24, 2023
Hear insights from 14 farmers, food entrepreneurs and marketing experts.
Call for nominations for the MFIN advisory committee

Published on January 23, 2023
For the 2023 calendar year, MFIN seeks nominations for Michigan-based advisory committee members to represent institutional food programs and local and regional supply chains.
MSU Extension seeking childcare providers to participate in innovative CSA, nutrition program

Published on November 3, 2022
By connecting caregivers to community farmers, Growing Healthy Eaters will increase access to local produce, educate providers about nutrition and teach children about gardening and agriculture.
Making local food the norm for schools, early care and education sites, and other institutions

Published on April 27, 2022
A glimpse at some of the ways MSU Center for Regional Food Systems is connecting farmers, schools, ECE sites, and other institutions.
Season's Greetings!

Published on December 14, 2021
Join us at MSU Center for Regional Food Systems in reflecting on 2021 in our year-end message.
Successful businesses and an equitable, sustainable local food value chain

Published on April 23, 2021
In this update, we share how we and our partners are supporting businesses and documenting the impact of the local food value chain.
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.
Reflecting on inspiration from 2020

Published on December 16, 2020
To our partners and supporters, thank you for all that you have done this year to advance a good food system in Michigan and nationally.
Michigan’s Cucumber Crunch, a summertime farm to institution celebration

Published on August 14, 2020
Serve Michigan cucumbers during August to celebrate the Crunch.
Michigan food for Michiganders during the COVID-19 pandemic

Published on March 30, 2020
Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems is coordinating networks that are helping to feed Michigan’s families and communities and support Michigan’s food businesses as they weather the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.
CRFS Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

Published on March 20, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many challenges and concerns to our tables. Please email us if you have a need that we may be able to help with.
Your Good Food Story, Your Photos

Published on March 12, 2020
Apply by March 31 to get a camera and training or a professional photo shoot!