MSU Extension Farm & Farmers Markets

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  Farm & Farmers Markets

  MSU Extension assists farms and farmers markets’ efforts by bringing together partners, identifying successful market models, establishing rules and regulations, identifying and training managers and helping recruit vendors.

• Apr 14

  Food and Farm Business Sales Channel Deep Dives: Farmers Markets

  April 14, 2020 12:00PM – 1:00PM 12:00 PM EST

  On this webinar series, we will discuss how food businesses may need to pivot in a time of Novel Coronavirus. This webinar will feature a discussion on the implications of selling farm and food products at farmers markets.

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  Lessons learned from shopping at farm market stands and farmers markets

  Published on May 29, 2014
  Shopping for food at Michigan farmers markets and farm market stands provide food, an outing with your family and supports the local economy.

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  Conversations with Collaborators Episode 1

  Published on October 12, 2021
  Brought to you by Michigan State University Extension, this podcast provides farmers, educators and advocates with stories of how local farmers are collaborating (formally and informally) to create solutions that foster more sustainable and viable businesses for local farmers.

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  Celebrate National Farmers Market Week during Aug. 7-13, 2016

  Published on August 4, 2016
  Michigan farmer’s markets have great produce, flowers, maple syrup, hand crafted soaps, baked good and more. Support your local farmer’s market during National Farmers Market Week, Aug. 7-13, 2016.

• Double Up Food Bucks program helps increase Bridge Card sales at West Michigan farmers markets

  Published on February 4, 2012
  Early estimates Show a 400% increase in 2011 compared to previous year

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  Tips for shopping at farmers markets safely

  Published on May 12, 2020
  Here are some tips to protect you while enjoying fresh produce and helping to support farms and farmers in your community.

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  Celebrate local food and farming during National Farmers Market Week

  Published on July 9, 2015
  Visit a your local market during August 2 – 8, 2015.

• Local Foods & Farm Markets | Montcalm County

  Local Foods & Farm Markets

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  Follow local producers online for fresh ideas

  Published on November 28, 2018
  Local farms and farmers markets share produce and cooking ideas online for the entire season.

• Farmers markets can link with vendors through Market Maker: Part 2

  Published on June 5, 2013
  Farmers markets and other users of agricultural products can easily identify local sources by making business connections with vendors using the online tool Market Maker.

• Farm Crew Member

  Hiring Organization: Lakeview Hill Farm
  Employment type: Full-Time
  Application Deadline: May 1, 2020
  Job Location: Traverse City, MI
  

• Many farm markets still open

  Published on December 29, 2011
  Thirty-eight out of Michigan's 1,225 farmer’s markets are open year-round and are still offering local, fresh foods.

• Vendors can link with farmers markets through online Market Maker: Part 1

  Published on June 5, 2013
  Agricultural producers can enhance their visibility by making business connections with the markets they serve using the online Market Maker.

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  Should your community start a farmers market?

  Published on February 24, 2015
  The Michigan Farmers Market Association has a guide to walk your community through a comprehensive assessment.

• Farm & Garden Manager - Farming and Special Needs Operations

  Hiring Organization: Navarro Farm
  Employment type: Full-Time
  Application Deadline: April 15, 2021
  Job Location: Frankfort, IL
  

• Getting Ready for Market – Part 2

  Published on May 25, 2016
  Treat your booth as your storefront.

• Farmers market looking to grow in Iosco County

  Published on March 5, 2014
  Recent agreement with Tawas City offers opportunity for growth for the Northeast Michigan Regional Farm Market.

• Winter farmers markets proliferate across Michigan

  Published on December 31, 2013
  Farmers markets in Michigan are utilizing public spaces in unique ways to continue to provide locally-grown and processed food during the cold winter months.

• Farmers markets are open!

  Published on June 5, 2013
  Macomb County farmers markets expand days and services.