Center for Regional Food Systems Michigan Good Food Fund

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  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.

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  Michigan Good Food Business Pitch Competition

  Published on March 25, 2021
  Does your food business help to bring more healthy foods to Michigan communities in an equitable way? We want to hear your pitch!

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  CANR community raises nearly $50,000 on Give Green Day

  Published on March 23, 2021
  The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) community came together to raise nearly $50,000 for the 2021 Give Green Day on Mar. 16.

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  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.

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  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.

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  MSU Center for Regional Food Systems awarded grant to strengthen local food partnerships in Battle Creek and the Upper Peninsula

  Published on October 23, 2020
  A new project will connect food and farm business owners with networks and partners that can help them prosper.

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  Essential food businesses: Supporting entrepreneurs during the pandemic

  Published on September 30, 2020
  MSU Center for Regional Food Systems and the MSU Product Center are helping food business entrepreneurs acquire skills and financing to succeed during the pandemic.

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  Malamiah Juice Bar gets creative, stands in solidarity with community of Black-owned businesses during pandemic

  Published on July 8, 2020
  Food business owners like Jermale Eddie have been nimbly adapting to the rapidly changing business landscape since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.

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  Battle Creek restaurant owner gives back, finds opportunities during coronavirus pandemic

  Published on April 28, 2020
  Creativity and perseverance are defining Michigan food businesses during the coronavirus 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.

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  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!

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  What will it take to advance good food in Michigan? We want to hear from you!

  Published on February 24, 2020
  We need your help to ensure the updated Michigan Good Food Charter provides a robust foundation for the road ahead.

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  Meijer supports communities, entrepreneurs in several ways at Making It In Michigan

  Published on October 10, 2019
  Meijer is the primary corporate partner of the educational conference and trade show and will have buyers on hand looking for products to put on store shelves

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  Apply Now for a Scholarship to Attend the Be Well Fabulous Black Woman Michigan Tour

  Published on March 5, 2019
  The Michigan Good Food Fund is excited to announce applications are now open for scholarships to attend the Be Well Fabulous Black Woman Tour!

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  Announcing MSU Product Center Business Assistance Award: Round 2

  Published on February 19, 2019
  The Michigan Good Food Fund is excited to announce a second round of Business Assistance Awards to support enterprises helping to grow Michigan's good food future.

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  $385,000 Awarded to 13 Michigan Food Enterprises by the Michigan Good Food Fund

  Published on December 18, 2018
  Michigan’s good food economy is growing thanks to these 13 businesses, which aim to increase healthy food access and economic opportunity and job creation in communities that need it most.

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  Michigan Good Food Fund Catalytic Investment Awards - Apply by October 21

  Published on October 1, 2018
  Do you want to spark change in your business? The Michigan Good Food Fund announces the next round of Catalytic Investment Awards for Michigan businesses increasing healthy food access and creating jobs in their communities.

• 2016 Michigan Good Food Summit "Good Food for All": The Road to 2020

  Published on April 14, 2016
  The MSU Center for Regional Food Systems is seeking abstracts for breakout sessions for the 2016 Michigan Good Food Summit. The Summit will address best practices in the field of "good food" - food that is healthy, green, fair, and affordable.

• Keep it Local, keep it Fresh: MSU's Center for Regional Food Systems' work for Good Food

  Published on March 24, 2016
  The MSU Center for Regional Food Systems is working to engage the people of Michigan, the United States, and the world in applied research, education, and outreach to develop regionally integrated, sustainable food systems.

• Michigan Good Food Fund introduced at 2014 Michigan Good Food Summit

  Published on October 28, 2014
  The Michigan Good Food Fund will improve the lives of Michigan children and families living in underserved communities throughout the state by expanding access to healthy foods, catalyzing economic development, and creating new permanent jobs.