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Register Now: Food Access Year-End Meetings

October 15, 2019 | Events

Each year, the Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA) gathers with farmers market managers and partners who work to increase healthy food access through Michigan farmers markets. Join in these meetings […]

Now Hiring Student Assistant

September 30, 2019 | Jobs

The Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA) is hiring a student assistant. MIFMA’s student assistants work directly with program managers and operational staff to support the daily functions of our association and […]

Buy, Bring, Brag at Farmers Market at the Capitol!

July 18, 2019 | Uncategorized

The Farmers Markets at the Capitol are a staple of downtown Lansing’s summer landscape. The market offers the smell of local floral bouquets, the sweet taste of vine-ripened produce, and […]

MIFMA to Host 2019 On-Farm Field Days

May 30, 2019 | Field Days

The Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA) is pleased to announce that we will be hosting three on-farm field days in the upcoming growing season. These events are part of our […]

Michigan Farmers Market Supporters Educate State Legislators

May 17, 2019 | Food Assistance Acceptance

Farmers markets increase healthy food access in communities throughout the state East Lansing, Mich. – Representatives from farmers markets across Michigan convened in Lansing on May 14, 2019 to meet […]

Register for Farmers Market Grant Writing Webinar

May 1, 2019 | News

Interested in securing funding to help promote your amazing farmers market? Does the thought of applying for a grant sound intimidating? Join the Michigan Farmers Market Association for a helpful […]

MIFMA to Host First Legislative Education Day

April 16, 2019 | News

The Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA) is pleased to announce that we will host our first Legislative Education Day in Lansing on Tuesday, May 14. Since the founding of our […]

2019 Farmers Market at the Capitol Vendor and Nonprofit Applications Open April 1

March 28, 2019 | Events

Spring has officially arrived and that means vendor and nonprofit applications for the 2019 Farmers Markets at the Capitol are set to open soon! These events are designed to provide […]

Double Up Food Buck Applications for Direct Marketing Farmers Now Available

March 15, 2019 | Food Assistance Acceptance

Applications are now open for both farmers markets and direct marketing farmers that are interested in beginning to participate in the Double Up Food Bucks program during the 2019 season.  […]

Amanda Shreve receives Outstanding Young Alumni Award

March 1, 2019 | News

Amanda Shreve receives Outstanding Young Alumni Award at ANR Week 2019. The Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Outstanding Young Alumni Award honors individuals who have distinguished […]