April 7, 2026

What’s Up with Farm Stops?

Have you visited a farm stop in Michigan yet? Here’s a quick 101 on what to expect when you walk in the door – from equitable margins for farmers, to delightful seasonal finds.

March 10, 2026

Kitchen to Consumer: Michigan Cottage Food Law

Discover the ins and outs of Cottage Food Law in Michigan – a great read for producers and consumers!

January 27, 2026

Community Supported Agriculture in Michigan: Sign Up Today!

Let’s get together as community and support local farmers with a CSA share! Community supported agriculture offers eaters ultra-fresh food, and a successful business model for growers.

November 10, 2025

The Michigan Budget Just Lost 10 Cents

Michigan’s 2026 budget keeps universal free school meals but cuts the 10 Cents a Meal program, which connected schools with Michigan-grown produce. Groundwork Center’s Jen Schaap shares how this small investment made a big impact on kids, farms, and communities—and how advocates can take action to restore it.

May 5, 2025

Building Resilient Communities in Northeast Michigan with Groundwork

Small farms grow more than food—they build community. Through our partnership with Groundwork Center and support from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, we’re proud to assist farms across Michigan receiving Building Resilient Communities microgrants. From storefront upgrades to agritourism projects, Michigan farmers are leading the way in resilience, sustainability, and connection.

March 21, 2025

Preserving Michigan’s Agricultural Legacy, One Farm at a Time

MiFarmLink makes connections for farmland stewardship to conserve our agricultural legacy.

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January 6, 2025

ICYMI: Michigan Local Food in 2024

Join us as we celebrate standout moments, articles, recipes, and Michigan local food news in 2024.

July 15, 2024

Room to Grow: Incubator Kitchens in Southeast Michigan

Growing Hope, Proud Mitten Shared Kitchen and Eastern Market’s Detroit Kitchen Connect support entrepreneurs with incubation kitchen programs.

July 1, 2024

Everything You Need To Know About The New Detroit People’s Food Co-op!

Discover everything you need to know about becoming a member of Detroit People’s Food Co-op!

April 17, 2024

Battle Creek Food Reimagined Leverages Partnerships to Bring Packaged Foods Entrepreneurship to the Cereal City

Battle Creek Food Reimagined leverages partnerships, including those with MSU-CRFS, to lift up local packaged foods entrepreneurs.