Michigan Food Distribution Programs

10/22/2026

Celebrating Healthy Schools in Muskegon County 🍎🍏

10/19/2026

Across Michigan, free breakfast and lunch is saving parents money and helping kids learn.

This National School Lunch Week, I’m proud of the work we’ve done to ensure that no child goes to class hungry.

10/19/2026

10/19/2026

“We’re really excited to be here at Dearborn Public Schools talking about this investment that is aimed at increasing the amount of Michigan grown and produced food that is served in the district, and at the same time building relationships with farmers in the region.”

Dr. Tim Boring, director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development - MDARD.

Listen to Dr. Boring’s interview with WWJ Newsradio 950's Jeremy Jenkins:

https://www.audacy.com/wwjnewsradio/podcasts/2bf80c69d113972cd013b1751f2bca52/episodes/dearborn_public_schools_bringi-8681186

Center for Good Food Purchasing
MSU Center for Regional Food Systems

10/12/2026

10/05/2026

Join speakers from across Michigan's food and agriculture sector for 7 in-depth Wednesday sessions on practical strategies for selling to local food markets, including food co-ops, farm stops, schools, early care centers and other institutions, food hubs, food as medicine programs, CSAs and online markets, and farmers markets!

Register once to attend any (or all) sessions! All sessions are recorded, so you won't miss out even if you can't attend live.
Register now: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3pA6J4kLDtAlLfg

Michigan State University Extension
Michigan Food & Farming Systems (MIFFS)

09/29/2026

Subscribe for the latest on recalls and public health alerts. Stay updated, stay safe.🔗https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls

09/29/2026

What’s for lunch, Michigan?

Today, we are sharing a tray from Brethren Middle High School in Manistee County.

What makes this tray so wonderful? It is fish and chips with potato crusted po***ck, crispy baked fries, honey whole grain hush puppies, homemade tartar sauce and topped with fresh herbs. It is served with low fat milk, fresh watermelon, and heirloom tomato-topped salad.

We want to thank the team at Kaleva Norman Dickson School District for serving your students great school lunches.

09/25/2026

Michigan Farm to Program Directory (NEW)

With Michigan’s growing season in full swing, remember to check out the Michigan Farm to Program Directory, a free-to-use, searchable database of both suppliers and buyers of Michigan-grown products.

This tool was developed by the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and its partners to make it easier for food program operators to buy and serve Michigan fresh produce, and to help Michigan farmers and food suppliers connect with new customers.

Search the database here: https://conta.cc/4wssJQy

Need help with your profile, or registering as a buyer or supplier? User guides are available on the Resources page of the 10 Cents a Meal section of MDE's website here: https://conta.cc/3QWb30O

Contact [email protected] with questions

09/14/2026

🍎 Registration for the 2026 Michigan Apple Crunch is now open!! 🍎
It's time to start planning a celebration of Michigan Apples in your school, early care and education site, non-profit, business, or community. The official Crunch Day is Thursday, October 15, but you can celebrate anytime in October.
Visit the Apple Crunch website to register your crunch and learn more about Michigan Apples.

https://www.michiganapples.com/kids-families/michigan-apple-crunch-day/