Please join us for a webinar on “Cannabis and Michigan Farmers Markets” on Tuesday, August 18 from 10:30-11:30 AM. This webinar will introduce Michigan farmers market managers to new resources created by MIFMA to help navigate the sale of cannabis … Continue reading
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You’re Invited: Join us for Virtual Farm Field Days!
Join MIFMA for virtual farm field days with farmers from across the state of Michigan in 2020! These events will concentrate on workforce training and education for specialty crop producers. Four farms will share their expertise on the availability, variety, … Continue reading
A Message from MIFMA About COVID-19
Dear MIFMA members, Whatever role you serve at your farmers market, we know that not only are you dedicated to ensuring shoppers have access to healthy, locally grown food and other high-quality products — but you’re also deeply committed to … Continue reading
Possible Changes to Farmers Market Hours of Operation
Thousands of Michigan shoppers use MIFMA’s Find a Farmers Market interactive tool each year. Please note that farmers market operating hours may have changed in response to COVID-19. Before visiting, we recommend you check the individual market’s social media/website or … Continue reading
COVID19 Resources
The Farmers Market Coalition (FMC) has published a resource for farmers market managers, vendors, and other members of the local food system with information regarding COVID19. This resource includes preventative measures, market operations procedures, and other information that will help … Continue reading
MIFMA is Now a Farmers Market Coalition State Partner!
The Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA) and Farmers Market Coalition (FMC) are excited to announce a state partnership. Members of MIFMA now have access to a complimentary membership to the Farmers Market Coalition. FMC member benefits include: Access to National … Continue reading
Reminder: Registration for the 2020 Michigan Farmers Market Conference Closes February 27
The registration deadline for our 2020 Michigan Farmers Market Conference is quickly approaching- don’t miss out on the fun! Registration closes February 27, 2020 at midnight. This annual conference focuses on bringing together the numerous individuals necessary to create and … Continue reading
Announcing Our 2020 Michigan Farmers Market Conference Keynote Panel
The Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA) is proud to announce the 2020 Michigan Farmers Market Conference Keynote Panel: Envisioning the Next Generation of Thriving Farmers Markets! This panel of statewide leaders will lead a discussion about what the next … Continue reading
MIFMA Receives Food Safety Education Fund grant through the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
The Michigan Farmers Market Association is proud to announce that we have received a Food Safety Education Fund grant through the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). MIFMA will receive $28,463 in funding from MDARD to support statewide … Continue reading
Registration for the 2020 Michigan Farmers Market Conference is Now Open!
Join us in East Lansing on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 3rd and 4th for the 2020 Michigan Farmers Market Conference: Envisioning the Next Generation of Thriving Farmers Markets! Register here! This annual conference focuses on bringing together the numerous individuals necessary to create … Continue reading
