Center for Regional Food Systems Michigan Good Food Charter

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  Achieving Food Systems Visions - Past, Present and Future (Webinar Series)

  Published on August 1, 2018
  This three-part series features guest speakers from states that, like Michigan, have visionary plans that guide their local food systems progress.

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  Take the #MIGoodFoodChallenge

  Published on July 17, 2018
  Michigan farmers are counting on you to take the #MIGoodFoodChallenge​. Join the effort to make 20 percent of your food Michigan-grown by 2020.

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  Tracking Shows Increase in Local Food Purchasing at Michigan Schools

  Published on May 29, 2018
  This short report shares data that shows that food purchasing is increasing in Michigan K-12 schools.

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  Can Farmers’ Markets in Shrinking Cities Contribute to Economic Development? A Case Study from Flint, Michigan

  Published on May 24, 2018
  This article examines the extent to which the Flint Farmers’ Market produces positive spillover effects on nearby businesses in downtown Flint, Michigan.

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  Webinar - Racial Equity in Food Systems Work: Beginning the Journey

  Published on May 2, 2018
  A webinar intended to inspire Extension educators who want to make racial equity a more intentional part of their work – and an introduction to resources and tools to help do so.

• The Michigan Good Food Charter Beyond 2020: Initiating the Visioning Process

  Published on April 9, 2018
  Follow up report from initial stage of Michigan Good Food Charter post-2020 visioning process.

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  Food is Medicine

  Published on March 22, 2018
  Shane Bernardo discusses a relationship between culturally-appropriate foods, food access, and health.

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  Ypsilanti Area Food Access Survey 2016

  Published on January 9, 2018
  This data brief reports out key findings from a 2016 survey in Ypsilanti on community members’ access to food. Findings will help inform strategies to improve food security and access to fresh fruits and vegetables.

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  Tools for Assessing Economic Impact: A Primer for Food System Practitioners

  Published on July 11, 2017
  Designed for local food system practitioners, this guide presents summaries and comparisons of several tools for assessing economic impact and growth, along with related examples.

• Meat Marketing Series: Inventory Management Through Buffers

  Published on February 20, 2017
  This guide outlines methodology for managing inventory via buffering. It is intended for meat marketers that provide direct delivery to wholesale customers.

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  Increasing Understanding of the Michigan Good Food Charter Network

  Published on February 7, 2017
  In 2015, the MSU Center for Regional Food Systems worked in conjunction with the MSU Department of Psychology to conduct a survey of organizations that have signed the resolution of support for the MI Good Food Charter.

• Introduction to Michigan Mobile Markets

  Published on January 3, 2017
  This is a recording of an internal conversation among mobile market representatives in Michigan who came together to share operating practices for pop-up farm stands and mobile grocers, including successes and challenges.

• The Good Food Movement in the Upper Peninsula: A Snapshot

  Published on November 22, 2016
  A video snapshot of Good Food efforts in the Upper Peninsula, first shown at the 2016 Michigan Good Food Summit.

• The Good Food Movement in Kalamazoo: A Snapshot

  Published on November 4, 2016
  A video snapshot of Good Food efforts in Kalamazoo, first shown at the 2016 Michigan Good Food Summit.

• The Good Food Movement in Flint: A Snapshot

  Published on November 4, 2016
  A video snapshot of Good Food efforts in Flint, first shown at the 2016 Michigan Good Food Summit.

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  2016 Michigan Good Food Report Card

  Published on October 1, 2016
  The 2016 report card demonstrates the significant increase in the number of activities and collaborations working towards the goals of the Michigan Good Food Charter over the last two years.

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  2016 Michigan Good Food Report Card Summary

  Published on October 1, 2016
  This summary shares highlights from the 2016 Good Food Report Card, which demonstrates the significant increase in the number of collaborations working towards the goals of the Michigan Good Food Charter over the last two years.

• Shared Measurement Project Update Webinar

  Published on January 19, 2016
  This webinar summarizes findings from both key informant interviews and surveys, and it discusses emerging areas of focus for the Michigan Good Food Charter Shared Measurement project.

• Creating a Statewide Information Technology Platform for Food Hubs: Lessons from Michigan Webinar

  Published on January 15, 2016
  Recording of January 8th 2016 webinar and pdf of presentation slides - Creating a Statewide Technology Platform for Food Hub: Lessons from Michigan

• Evaluating the Economic Impacts of Local and Regional Food Systems: Best Practices Webinar

  Published on January 4, 2016
  This webinar is an overview of the local food economic impact toolkit funded by USDA AMS.