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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.

Six tips for hosting a food summit

Published on March 13, 2020
Bring diverse voices together to share a collective story about our food system, network, and begin writing the next chapter.
Benefits of Community Supported Agriculture

Published on February 20, 2020
CSAs offer an opportunity to get high quality food and help strengthen the local food system.
MSU Organic Farmer Training Program accepting 2020 applicants

Published on February 11, 2020
MSU Organic Farmer Training Program provides valuable education for growers at all scales to improve their knowledge, practices, and growing technique.
Pressure on the farm

Published on February 1, 2020
Commodity prices are low, the weather is harsh, and farmers are being pushed to the brink. MSU Extension is helping them cope with the unforgiving grip of stress and mental health issues.
Michigan Family Farms Conference brings education and resources to small-scale farmers

Published on January 21, 2020
Small- and medium-scale farmers are invited to attend the Michigan Family Farms Conference on Feb. 8, 2020 at the Kalamazoo Valley Community College.
More about the new USDA bioengineering label

Published on January 3, 2020
Beginning Jan. 1, 2020, food products containing bioengineered material will have to be labeled as such.
Michigan Family Farms Conference to feature nurturing resilient farms in 2020 and beyond

Published on December 20, 2019
The 17th annual Michigan Family Farms Conference will be Feb. 8, 2020, in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
New Beginning Farmers series offered online by MSU Extension

Published on December 10, 2019
This convenient and affordable online program is designed to provide an overview of potential farm enterprises and business skills for beginners.
Curious or concerned about GMOs? Visit MSU’s GMO website for more information.

Published on December 6, 2019
MSU’s GMO website is a regularly updated source for science-based information on GMOs and the genetics, physiology and other aspects related to modern agriculture.
New label denoting bioengineered ingredients will soon appear on food items in 2020

Published on December 4, 2019
Starting in 2020, consumers will start to see labels for genetically modified foods on store shelves.
Category 4 sites under the Right to Farm Act Site Selection GAAMP

Published on November 19, 2019
Site Selection GAAMP provides local authority to permit livestock keeping in primarily residential areas
Right to Farm Act can preempt local regulation authority, but not all local regulations

Published on November 19, 2019
Many statutes and laws result in limiting local government’s ability to adopt and enforce regulations. Most are straightforward, but the Right to Farm Act preemption is confusing, changing and only preempts local regulation of certain things.
Farm stress emphasis at 2019 Great Lakes EXPO

Published on November 4, 2019
High input costs, low prices and variable weather have increased farm related stress. To aid farmers, the 2019 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable & Farm Market EXPO will have a daylong workshop to identify and deal with stress-related issues.
Farmers market tools for Southeast Michigan beginning farmers

Published on November 1, 2019
New Resources help farmers-market-oriented producers make the best decisions for their businesses
Identifying and preventing freeze damage in fall vegetables

Published on October 4, 2019
Recent frost advisories are relevant for late-season vegetables.
MSU Extension Breakfast on the Farm organizers are seeking host farms for 2020

Published on September 20, 2019
Since 2009, forty Breakfast on the Farm events have been held in Michigan. After a one year break, Michigan State University Extension is once again looking for host farm families.
Starting a Licensed Food Business

Published on September 18, 2019
Starting a Licensed Food Business training will help you understand how to turn your food business idea into a successful commercial reality.
The Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility launches first-ever farmers market

Published on August 29, 2019
Local food project empowers students, promotes healthy, sustainable living, and encourages relationships through education.
MSU Releases Directory of Michigan Food System Councils

Published on August 13, 2019
New directory makes it easier for residents to connect with councils and networks working on food systems in their city, county and region.
New lavender online course now available

Published on August 6, 2019
Ready to turn your garden purple? A new online course will teach growers how to establish lavender, manage, harvest and market the crop.

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