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.
Events
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Aug 5
Roots, Flowers, and Fresh Ideas: a Michigan Small Farm Tour Series
August 5, 2026 – September 10, 2026 Multiple
Some of the best lessons in agriculture are learned on the farm. This summer, MSU Extension invites you to visit six unique Michigan farms through a series of on-farm learning experiences
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Aug 18
Northwest Michigan TOPP Field Day: Farming for People, Purpose, and Profit
August 18, 2026 8:30AM – 3:30PM Bear Creek Organic Farm, 4012 Atkins Rd, Petoskey, MI 49770 (1st site of the day)
Join Michigan TOPP for farm tours at Bear Creek Organic Farm and Lakeside Farm. Learn how each farm started, built community-centered business models, and compare organic and regenerative practices.
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Aug 18
Twig End Farm - Tour a flower farm in Flint!
August 18, 2026 11:00AM – 1:30PM Flint
Some of the best lessons in agriculture are learned on the farm. This summer, MSU Extension invites you to visit six unique Michigan farms through a series of on-farm learning experiences, including this tour of Twig End Farm in Flint.
News
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Rolling the Dice: Exploring Advocacy Campaigns through Policy Quest
Published on August 12, 2026
Policy Quest brought together food policy council members to play out advocacy actions in an interactive activity. This event was presented by the Equitable Community Food Assessment Cohort, hosted through the Michigan Local Food Council Network. -
MDARD highlights local growers at Farmers Market at the Capitol, unveils Good Food for Michigan Pledge
Published on July 28, 2026
MDARD director, food and farm advocates join institutions working to bring more local food to schools, hospitals through new Good Food for Michigan initiative. This project is a partnership between MDARD, the Center for Good Food Purchasing and CRFS. -
MDARD’s Good Food for Michigan awards grant to help Dearborn Public Schools serve more fresh, local food
Published on July 21, 2026
Dearborn Public Schools. Michigan's third-largest district, is the latest recipient of new agricultural initiative to bring Michigan-grown food to cafeterias
Featured In the News
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Michigan Good Food Pledge builds local food purchasing networks
Published on July 31, 2026
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MDARD launches initiative to expand Michigan-grown food in schools, hospitals
Published on July 29, 2026
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10 Cents a Meal program return could benefit Michigan farmers, students
Published on June 15, 2026
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