Resources
Food Policy Resources
Learn more about food policy and food systems using the resources below. We link some of our most recommended resources directly below:
- Food Policy Networks: https://foodpolicynetworks.org
- Food Policy Networks' Resources Database: https://foodpolicynetworks.org/food-policy-resources
- Grassroots Organizing & Advocacy Toolkits for Food Policy Councils
Our CRFS MLFCN Repository for Equity and Access in Food Systems can be found here for a complete list of our suggested resources including primer materials on food systems, how to develop a council, policy advocacy, equity and social justice, as well as more advanced training in food systems.
MLFCN Peer Advisor Program
This program allows council members with experience in particular areas to share their unique knowledge with other councils, advancing each council’s work, further developing food systems leaders.
More MLFCN Resources
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MLFCN Membership & Leadership Development Webinar
Published on March 18, 2016
Andrea Brown, Executive Director of the Michigan Association of Planning, led a presentation and discussion on how to transform the occasional event attendee into a dynamic leader and how to grow council membership beyond the usual participants. -
Michigan Local Food Council Network Meeting Summary - October 8, 2015
Published on November 11, 2015
This brief report summarizes the presentations and discussions at the October 8, 2015, Michigan Local Food Council Network meeting, held in Detroit. -
Michigan Local Food Council Network Webinar Summary - August 2015
Published on September 28, 2015
The Michigan Local Food Council Network held a webinar on public policy advocacy on August 6, 2015. -
Public Policy Advocacy Webinar
Published on September 28, 2015
The Michigan Local Food Council Network held a webinar on public policy advocacy on August 6, 2015 shareding information on effectively advocating at the municipal level. -
Michigan Local Food Council Network Meeting Summary - May 27, 2015
Published on July 10, 2015
This brief report summarizes the presentations and discussions at the inaugural Michigan Local Food Council Network meeting, held in Lansing on May 27, 2015. -
Advancing a Local Food Council Network in Michigan: An Assessment
Published on December 16, 2014
This report examines local food councils in the state of Michigan and the potential for developing a statewide network of local food policy councils and similar groups.