Funding Proposal for Washtenaw County Conservation District
The Washtenaw County Conservation District (WCCD) has a long history of working with the residents of Washtenaw County to protect and preserve natural resources. They provide critical services…
Make an Impact with Pour for More
Thanks to Pour for More, a collaborative micro-grant program, a pint of beer benefits injured birds of prey and a smoothie helps teach children’s gardening classes. By making…
The NE Michigan Food & Farming Network is Taking a Place at the Table
Local food councils bring the community together to promote the well-being of their local food system. The newly formed Northeast Michigan Food & Farming Network (NEMFFN) envisions a future…
Calling all Local Food Businesses!
As you plan for funding to strengthen our local food system and improve access to healthy food, please keep us in mind. We want to help support the…
Register now for the 17th Annual Michigan Family Farms Conference!
The 17th annual Michigan Family Farms Conference is coming up fast and is an event you won’t want to miss! Each year, the conference offers beginning, small-scale, and…
Share your Voice at the Michigan Farmers Union Annual Meeting!
Come share your voice with the Michigan Farmers Union! Once a year, this grassroots, member-driven organization gathers to discuss policy recommendations on the local, state, and national level.…
Put your Money Where your Mouth Is : Food Funders
Love buying from local businesses, but wonder how you can do more to support the local food economy? Join Growing Hope and Revalue for Food Funders on Thursday…
Introducing our SEMI Local Food Marketing Rep!
We’re excited to introduce Rob Heath, our new Southeast Michigan Local Food Marketing Rep! He is excited to connect with local food businesses throughout the Metro Detroit Area.…
Food @ MSU: What to eat, what not to eat
Food can be confusing for anyone, but as a mom, it’s even more complicated. I’m constantly attempting to achieve balance between what’s healthiest for my family and what…
Feed the Need: In Search of Hunger Heroes!
In Michigan, 1,369,250 people are struggling with hunger – and of them, 345,130 are children. In fact, according to the Feeding America network’s 2017 study, people facing hunger…