Chamber Takes Strong Stance on Local Food

from now on, the Chamber will require that at least 20 percent of the food on the menu at their catered events come from local sources. Read more here...

Michigan Organizations Urge Leadership Role on Farm Bill

Nineteen organizations sign on to letter to the 'Super Committee.' Read the text here...

Fresh Produce for Schools

Based on feedback from schools and other stakeholders, the USDA's Agriculture Marketing Service (AMS) and Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) are conducting a pilot program to bring more fresh produce into schools. Schools in Michigan and Florida will participate in the pilot. Read more here...

Testimony on Michigan and Florida Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Pilot

August 22 - to Senator Stabenow and U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack: The Northwest Michigan Food & Farming Network is pleased to submit these comments regarding USDAʼs Michigan and Florida Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Pilot. Read the attachment for more.
 

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