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  Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County

  Published on October 19, 2017
  Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917.

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  Eating seasonally: An insider’s view of carrot production in Northwest Lower Michigan

  Published on September 20, 2017
  Cultivate Michigan tour participants experience the importance of purchasing locally through a recent featured food tour.

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  The new Flint Fresh Food Hub breaks ground in Flint

  Published on September 20, 2017
  A new food hub space to make it possible for locally produced food to reach broader markets in the metro Flint area just broke ground.

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  Why and how to report sightings of brown marmorated stink bugs in your home or business

  Published on September 18, 2017
  September 2017 update on why and how to report sightings of brown marmorated stink bugs to the Midwest Invasive Species Information Network.

• USDA Rural Development National Value-added Producer Grant opens

  Published on September 6, 2017
  Farmers are invited to apply for planning or operating funds through Jan. 31, 2018.

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  Organic garlic production

  Published on August 30, 2017
  This time of year, local garlic is starting to appear at farmers markets, farm stands, and grocery stores. A staple in many types of cuisines, garlic is as fun to grow as it is to cook.

• Avocado consumption: environmental and social considerations

  Published on August 24, 2017
  Changes in supply and demand of avocados and their consequences

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  Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update — Aug. 23, 2017

  Published on August 23, 2017
  Summer crop harvest is in full swing.

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  FoodCorps Farm to School Program has impact in Michigan

  Published on August 16, 2017
  The FoodCorps National Service program in Michigan had a great year supporting student’s hands-on learning in classrooms and school gardens, promoting healthy school meals and a making an impact on the schoolwide culture of health in their communities.

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  Culinary class hosted statewide for school nutrition professionals

  Published on August 14, 2017
  MSU Extension hosts Making Michigan Recipes Work, focusing on culinary skills needed to use more local produce in school meals.

• Farmers markets are the best place to find locally sourced fresh produce

  Published on August 10, 2017
  From fresh produce to supporting your local economy, there are many reasons to shop at your local farmers market.

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  De Saegher Dairy to host the final 2017 Breakfast on the Farm event on August 19

  Published on August 8, 2017
  Join us in Gratiot County for the last Breakfast on the Farm event of the year. Learn about how your food is grown and raised, and meet the farmers dedicated to bringing your family safe and nutritious meals.

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  How will climate change impact the food system? (Part 2)

  Published on August 7, 2017
  An exploration of how climate change may impact food security on local, regional and global scales.

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  How will climate change impact the food system? (Part 1)

  Published on August 7, 2017
  An exploration of how climate change may impact food system sectors on local, regional and global scales

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  Sweet corn and summer traditions

  Published on August 7, 2017
  Find fresh Michigan-grown sweet corn in August and September.

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  Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update — Aug. 2, 2017

  Published on August 3, 2017
  Updates about urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm and market gardens in the Flint area and a recap of the ninth annual Flint Food Garden Tour.

• Michigan Food Hub Network and Incubator Kitchen Network held joint meeting on July 20

  Published on July 27, 2017
  Local food systems leaders convened in Detroit to increase collaboration

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  Get your tickets for the Gratiot County Breakfast on the Farm

  Published on July 20, 2017
  Tickets for the Aug. 19 event at De Saegher Dairy are available online and at area businesses

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  Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update — July 19, 2017

  Published on July 19, 2017
  Updates about urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoophouses and market gardens in the Flint area.

• New resource to ramp up your farm to child nutrition program

  Published on August 14, 2017
  A short, action-oriented resource can help child nutrition programs incorporate more local food and education.