On Farm Field Days in Michigan

Posted on June 5, 2019 by Taylor in Uncategorized // 0 Comments

On Farm Field Days in Michigan from the Michigan Farmers Market Association – Summer 2019

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 on farm field days are part of our Farm-Based Education Program and will concentrate on workforce training and education for specialty crop producers. Click here for more information regarding the 2019 On-Farm Field Days.

Family Farm Labor and Specialty Crop Production On Farm Field Day at Sharkar Farm

June 24, 2019

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

5234 Meisner Road, China, MI 48054

Sharkar Farm is owned and operated by Sharon Ostrowski, whose family has worked on the farm and contributed to their success at farmers markets. Join us at Sharkar Farm for a farm tour and discussion about Family Farm Labor and Specialty Crop Production!

Students and Internships on the Farm On Farm Field Day at Ham Family Farm

August 27, 2019

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

12681 72^nd Avenue, Allendale, MI 49401

Ham Family Farm has had numerous successful seasons at farmers markets owed to owner and operator, Charlie Ham, and family. Join us at Ham Family Farm for a farm tour and discussion about Students and Internships on the Farm!

CSA Labor Models and Specialty Crops On Farm Field Day at Birch Point Farm

October 14, 2019*

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

7506 E. Birch Point Road, Traverse City, MI 49684

Michelle Ferrarese is the owner and operator of Birch Point Farm, which offers a successful CSA program every year. Join us at Birch Point Farm for a farm tour and discussion about CSA Labor Models and Specialty Crops!

*Tentative

For more information regarding the 2019 On Farm Field Days or MIFMA’s Farm-Based Education Program, contact Professional Development Manager Josh Prusik at josh@mifma.org or (517) 432-3381.