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Polish farmers suspend their blockade at the Ukrainian border after a deal with the government
Read full article: Polish farmers suspend their blockade at the Ukrainian border after a deal with the governmentPoland's state news agency is reporting that Polish farmers who had blockaded a border crossing to Ukraine have ended their protest after reaching an agreement with the government.
Celebrate farmers at the Ann Arbor Local Food Festival on Wednesday
Read full article: Celebrate farmers at the Ann Arbor Local Food Festival on WednesdayBetween 5-10 p.m., community organizations and food vendors will be at the Ann Arbor Farmer’s Market spreading awareness of the local food system and selling prepared foods.
Metro Detroit farmers struggle to make ends meet amid rising fuel costs
Read full article: Metro Detroit farmers struggle to make ends meet amid rising fuel costsThe owners of Crooked Creek Farm Fairy are the last generation that will be on this land. But even in their final years of loving and living the farm life, it has gotten incredibly difficult.
Here are the Ann Arbor area farms offering subscriptions at upcoming virtual CSA fair
Read full article: Here are the Ann Arbor area farms offering subscriptions at upcoming virtual CSA fairANN ARBOR – The Michigan Statewide CSA Network will be hosting an upcoming virtual CSA fair featuring Michigan farms on Feb. 26. A Community Supported Agriculture share is a subscription program to a local farm in which you pay a farmer upfront for a regular delivery or pickup of their harvest. The CSA fair will consist of two drop-in Zoom sessions: one at “lunch hour” from noon to 1 p.m. and a “happy hour” session from 5-6 p.m. Regional breakout rooms will be available so you can learn more about which farms offer shares in your area. Here are the Ann Arbor area farms offering CSAs this year:Interested in participating in the fair?
‘It’s an environment of hope’ -- Thousands protest in Detroit in support of Indian farmers
Read full article: ‘It’s an environment of hope’ -- Thousands protest in Detroit in support of Indian farmersDETROIT – More than 1,000 Indian-American across Metro Detroit held a car rally Sunday in support of Indian farmers. The image of an elderly Sikh man being beaten by an Indian paramilitary officer has galvanized more support than any other. The protest in Detroit joined protests happening all around the world with residents fighting to protect their way of life on the other side of the world. “That’s what common people want.”“The way of life for so many families -- including mine -- is farming,” said Manvir Sandhu. “This shows democracy.”“It’s an environment of hope,” Manvir Sandhu said.
Hundreds rally in Canton in support of India farmers facing controversial legislation
Read full article: Hundreds rally in Canton in support of India farmers facing controversial legislationCANTON, Mich. – Despite the cold weather and ongoing health crisis, on Saturday Metro Detroiters joined in on protests happening in several countries in support of Indian farmers. Hundreds of Indian-Americans from across Metro Detroit gathered in Heritage Park in Canton for a peaceful rally to show support for farmers. “There are farmers out there who need our help,” said Michigan Rep. Ranjeev Puri. Related: India farmers press on with protest despite offer to talkOne Michigan protester, Dr. Amanjot Sarao, comes from a long line of farmers. “I was shocked.”Protesters said they felt proud of their Metro Detroit neighbors for coming together and speaking up for those whose voices are being silenced in India.
Viewer makes weather data available to Michigan farmers
Read full article: Viewer makes weather data available to Michigan farmersLANSING, Mich. Michigans Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is making data on programs related to weather conditions available to farmers. The Geographic Information System viewer allows the agency to take different types of data sets and turn them into easy-to-understand visuals like maps. The data is from resources like the Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The viewer will be updated as new information is identified. Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director Gary McDowell said financial assistance programs can be critical for farmers as extreme weather conditions such as drought, deep freezes or flooding impacts their ability to plant, harvest or tend to their crops.
Small Biz Saturday: Argus Farm Stop adds larger online inventory, makes changes during pandemic
Read full article: Small Biz Saturday: Argus Farm Stop adds larger online inventory, makes changes during pandemicThe farm stop had to buy more refrigeration to accommodate the new inventory and to hold online orders. Sample also said the success of the Argus Farm Stop online orders was due to its customers. (Argus Farm Stop)Additionally, Argus Farm Stop implemented grocery delivery for its customers. Currently, both Argus Farm Stop locations are open to customers but are limited to only five at one time. Visit Argus Farm Stop at 325 W. Liberty St. and at 1200 Packard Rd.