Our vision is a thriving economy, equity and sustainability for Michigan, the country and the planet through food systems rooted in local regions and centered on food that is healthy, green, fair and affordable.
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An Annotated Bibliography on Structural Racism Present in the U.S. Food System, Tenth Edition
Published on August 9, 2023
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Michigan Good Food Charter
Published on July 26, 2022
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Why 10 Cents Matters: A Framework
Published on July 31, 2020
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Measuring Racial Equity in the Food System: Established and Suggested Metrics
Published on May 6, 2019
Events
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Nov 21
MLFCN November 2024 Monthly Meeting
November 21, 2024 10:00AM – 11:30AM
Join the Michigan Local Food Council Network for our monthly phone/video conference.
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Dec 5
Tribal Food Producer Information Session
December 5, 2024 12:30PM – 1:30PM
A virtual space for Tribal food producers from across the Great Lakes Midwest to gather and learn together
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Dec 11
Cultivate Michigan Meet the Buyers Event 2024
December 11, 2024 DeVos Place, 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Join us for the Cultivate Michigan Meet the Buyers event at the Great Lakes EXPO for a networking opportunity with institutional buyers, farmers, and local food suppliers.
News
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Announcing Two Open Positions with the Great Lakes Midwest Regional Food Business Center
Published on November 4, 2024
To support the Great Lakes Midwest Regional Food Business Center, CRFS will hire 2 new positions in fall 2024. These positions will build capacity to connect available resources to food and farm business entrepreneurs throughout the region. -
The what, why and how of organic: Resources and recordings available
Published on October 29, 2024
Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification. -
Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation
Published on October 24, 2024
Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees.
Featured In the News
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Farm Stops Create New Markets for Small Farms
Published on August 12, 2024
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New 'Farm to Family' program seeks to increase access to local food across Michigan
Published on August 5, 2024
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How 10 Cents a Meal brings healthy food to more Michigan kids
Published on June 24, 2024
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