Center for Regional Food Systems Michigan Good Food Charter

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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.

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  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.

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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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  Three Michigan institutions reach milestones for local food purchasing

  Published on November 20, 2019
  Friendship Centers of Emmet County, West Ottawa School District, and Zeeland School District received Cultivate Michigan awards in recognition of their progress toward sourcing 20% Michigan foods by 2020.

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  Announcing the latest in a series of food access studies in Michigan communities

  Published on July 22, 2019
  Healthy food access challenges in northeast and northwest Lower Michigan are described in two new reports from the MSU Center for Regional Food Systems.

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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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  Four Michigan institutions recognized for exceptional Farm to Institution achievements

  Published on October 22, 2018
  Two hospitals, one senior program and one school district are recognized with Cultivate Michigan awards for reaching key milestones toward the Michigan Good Food Charter goal of purchasing 20% Michigan food by 2020.

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  2018 Good Food Summit: Advocating for Equity for Food Service Workers

  Published on October 12, 2018
  Saru Jayaraman will share about her experience engaging over 25,000 food service workers in creating a more equitable industry.

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  Your Sneak Peak of 2018 Good Food Summit Lightning Talks – part 1

  Published on October 4, 2018
  What do a farming program for socially disadvantaged populations, local food in Michigan’s largest school district, and a new marketing label for Lansing-area urban farmers have in common?

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  Modeling an Equitable Michigan Food System

  Published on September 14, 2018
  A session at the Good Food Summit, “Designing for Equity: Modeling an Equitable Food System” will explore conceptual models that address aspects of the food system such as social impacts, environmental issues, economic factors and diet and health issues.

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  Fair Food from Fair Labor – Regional and National Resources

  Published on September 5, 2018
  The 2018 Michigan Good Food Summit offers a breakout session on food fairness programs led by Migrant Legal Aid and the Coalition of Immokalee Workers.

• “Amplifying Voices for Equity” 2018 Michigan Good Food Summit registration now open

  Published on July 11, 2018
  Keystone statewide gathering to advance a thriving economy, equity, and sustainability through Michigan’s food system will be October 22, 2018

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  Food Bank Council of Michigan’s Self-Sufficiency Standard Tool Calculates Income Needs for Residents

  Published on June 19, 2018
  What does it take to make ends meet and cover basic needs in Michigan?