Michigan’s need and opportunity to build stronger community
and commercial connections between food producers and consumers is attracting
important attention from the state capitol.
Last week,
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder presented his fiscal 2013-2014 budget recommendations.
They include support for regional food hubs and other investments in the farm
sector’s capacity to meet growing demand for healthy, green, fair, affordable
food.
State
lawmakers will have the final say in budget process. But here are highlights
from the Governor’s recommendation for Michigan Department of Agriculture and
Rural Development: