With roots firmly embedded in the pro-health, pro-environment, and pro-economy principles of a local food system, the Groundwork Food and Farming team creates markets for local farmers, and helps connect locally grown food to school children, food pantry clients and families across the state.
While much of our work begins locally in northwest lower Michigan, one of our guiding missions is to inspire a statewide culture of healthy, locally raised food.
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Food & Farming News
COVID Reveals Proof of Local Food Resilience
When COVID-19 hit, northwest lower Michigan’s food system was put to the test and showed remarkable strength. Can we be improve? You bet. Let’s take a look at how.
Extraordinary News! 10 Cents Funded for FY19-20
Michigan legislature and governor agree to supplemental funding bill that retroactively funds 10 Cents a Meal for the 19-20 school year!
Milestones: Patty Cantrell and the Roots of Our Food & Farming Program
As part of our series “Milestones … and Milestones in the Making,” we invited Patty Cantrell to reflect on the formative days of our Food & Farming program.