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

Jan 8

MSU Product Center New Client Intro Seminar

January 8, 2026 10:00AM – 11:30AM Online

This virtual seminar is designed to help prospective clients determine whether the MSU Product Center is the right fit for their business needs. Potential clients must attend one of these seminars to register as a client.
Jan 10

MOFFA Organic Intensives 2026 - TOPP Parter Event

January 10, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM 9am to 5pm ET MSU Plant and Soil Sciences Building, 1066 Bogue St, East Lansing, MI 48823

The MOFFA Organic Intensives will bring three full-day conference workshops to East Lansing on Saturday January 10, 2026.
Jan 15

MLFCN January Monthly Meeting 2026

January 15, 2026 10:00AM – 11:30AM

Join the Michigan Local Food Council Network for our monthly phone/video conference.

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News

Q&A with the Michigan Food Hub Network Coordinators, Lewis Hughes and Jamie Rahrig

Published on November 26, 2025
Get to know the Michigan Food Hub Network! The Michigan Food Hub Network is a group of regional food distributors across the state of Michigan dedicated to supporting the growth and success of our state's local food economy.
Power of Procurement Summit 2025: Shaping the Future of Good Food Purchasing

Published on November 25, 2025
Through panels and collaborative discussions, CRFS team members joined food systems leaders from across the county at the 2025 Power of Procurement Summit to shape the future of good food purchasing.
Protecting animal health by strengthening farm biosecurity

Published on November 24, 2025
Healthy farms mean healthy communities. MSU Extension’s new resources and training make it easier for you to take simple steps that protect animals and keep Michigan agriculture strong.