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.

Per the USDA announcement on July 15, 2025, the Regional Food Business Centers program was terminated, prior to its original end date of July 2028. Because of this, the Great Lakes Midwest Regional Food Business Center halted operations on September 15, 2025 and was unable to responsibly launch the Business Builder Subaward and assistance programs. Please see our related press release.

Events

Nov 4

Webinar: How to Make Money in Organic Farming

November 4, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar

Curious about making money in organic farming? Join us for this webinar.
Nov 6

Organic Pesticide Management Webinar

November 6, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar

Join us for a webinar discussing organic pesticide management.
Nov 11

Savvy Tips for Starting a Small Business - November 11, 2025 - (Webinar)

November 11, 2025 3:00PM – 4:00PM Virtual - Zoom

The class provides financial tools to entrepreneurs and potential small business owners who are considering starting a new business.

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News

Indigenous farmers needed for soil health testing

Published on September 11, 2025
Michigan State University Extension is working to collaborate with Indigenous farms on quantifying what is living below ground.
Download free curricula for beginning farmers

Published on September 5, 2025
Teach practical farming skills through hands-on activities and participatory learning methods.
Q&A with Michigan Farm to Family Program Manager, Cheyenne Liberti

Published on August 28, 2025
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development's new program, Farm to Family, offers grants, networking opportunities, and more to strengthen agri-food systems across Michigan.