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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.

• 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.

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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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  Sweet corn and summer traditions

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

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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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  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.

• Cooking classes assist pantry users participating in CSA program

  Published on July 13, 2017
  MSU Extension is providing hand-on nutrition and cooking classes to support Kent County CSA to Pantry program.

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  Educational activities at farmers markets for young people

  Published on July 6, 2017
  Explore your local farmers market this summer by trying these tested youth activities.

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  MSU Extension selected as a National Farm to School Network Michigan partner

  Published on July 6, 2017
  Community Food Systems team members will continue to support capacity building and expansion of farm to school and farm to early care in a new role as Supporting Partner.

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  Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update – June 21, 2017

  Published on June 21, 2017
  Recent rainfall was needed to support crop growth, although irrigation continues in some areas.

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  MSU Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center field day upcoming

  Published on June 20, 2017
  Upper Peninsula agriculture research will be highlight at the Field Day on July 29.