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Agritourism
Agritourism in Michigan is quickly becoming a popular activity for residents and Michigan farms are working to add consumer friendly aspects to their farms.
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How to work constructively with townships workshop for Agricultural Producers and Ag Entrepreneurs
Published on February 19, 2021
MI Ag Ideas to Grow With 2021 - General Interest Session: Are you considering diversifying your farm operations to include things like agritourism or events? Many local governments in Michigan use planning zoning to regulate these type of land uses and it’s important to understand those regulations and how to work with your local unit of government on your plans. MSU Extension Educator Tyler Augst will give brief overview of planning and zoning in Michigan, what to look for in your local zoning ordinance, and tips for working with your local officials.
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Ron Goldy, PhD
Vegetable Production Educator
goldy@msu.edu
269-944-1477 ext 207
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Garrett Ziegler
Community Food Systems Educator
zieglerg@msu.edu
616-608-7436
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Wendy Wieland
Community Food Systems educator
wieland5@msu.edu
231-439-8987
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Jae Gerhart
Washtenaw County Food Systems Coordinator
gerhart1@msu.edu
989-430-0926
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Mariel Borgman
Community Food Systems
mborgm@msu.edu
989-506-3922
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Harmony Fierke-Gmazel, AICP
Government and Community Vitality Educator
gmazelh@msu.edu
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Mary Reilly, MS, AICP
Government and Community Vitality Educator
reillym8@msu.edu
231-889-4277x1
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Brad Neumann, AICP
Land Use Planning
neuman36@msu.edu
906-475-5731
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Pandemic Preparedness Plans and CHAMP Lite Tool
Published on August 26, 2020
Important information and resources for agriculture operations developing pandemic prepardness plans and implementing mitigation strategies that reduce exposure risks to COVID-19. -
Adding sunflowers to your agritourism rotation
Published on January 25, 2019
Sunflowers can bring customers to the farm but involve important management considerations. -
MSU Extension surveying agritourism businesses about disease prevention practices
Published on November 1, 2021
As we continue to cope with the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is a good time to educate ourselves about zoonotic diseases and the best ways to prevent them. -
Inviting people to visit your farm: Safety for your agritourism business
Published on September 14, 2018
Tourism and agriculture are often listed among the top industries in Michigan creating economic value. The point of connection between these two sectors is known as agritourism. -
Cultivating local farm economies
Published on April 21, 2021
Farm viability requires flexibility, innovation in local government planning and zoning to allow for farm income diversification.
