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Educational Opportunities Prevented Planting webinar.. You can view the conference online program at http://breeze.msu.edu/p93282283 Please copy and place in your address bar of your browser. Agenda 1.Overview of situation & objectives of the webinar 2.Prevented planting - dates and timelines for fsa - John Link, CED USDA - Farm Service Agency 3.Crop Insurance dates, deadlines and options - Dennis Stein, Farm Management, MSU Extension 4.Contracted grain concerns and considerations- Dr. Jim Hilker, MSU 5.Economic model- impact of late planting or prevented planting on cash flow - Roger Betz, Farm Management, MSU Extension 6.Agronomy issues, impact of late planting on corn yields and impacts of late planting on soybean yields in Michigan - Mike Staton & Bruce MacKellar Crop Educators, MSU Extension Questions: Web Links to resources information and evaluation templates related to late planted corn and soybeans and Prevented Planting This session will be recorded and we will be putting out a web link to that recording for those that would like to view this session later. For more information contact Dennis Stein Michigan State University Extension, District Farm & Risk Management 362 Green Street, Caro, MI 48723 ph: 989-672-3870 fax: 989-673-5953 web page: http://www.msu.edu/user/steind/ email: [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> INDIANA POLLINATOR CONSERVATION PLANNING SHORT COURSE Walkerton, Indiana July 28th, 2011 9:30 am to 4:00 pm EDT The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, North Central Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education, and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service invite you to attend the Pollinator Conservation Planning Short Course in Indiana. The content of this course is tailored to the needs of NRCS, SWCD, Cooperative Extension, and state department of agriculture employees as well as crop consultants, natural resource specialists, non-governmental conservation organization staff, and producers of bee-pollinated crops. This full day training will provide you with the latest science-based approaches to reversing the trend of pollinator declines, and will equip you with the recipes necessary to protect and manage habitat for these vital insects. NOSB Nominations for 2012 Press Release<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=l55866bab&et=1105147838100&s=2732&e=001NqU-Yt-i6JpvhIfz-aiL2LiE1ZGTshg4GkIQNO5Ao28183p1cdiRyATCVJMEBe13-S-45E5mOaBN6_rmKR6crLR6oN-fe2PR2yZ7O_X8N8wTp0-EL2Y6DRCeIz_wWKsZKv-PgLiI30ar7v9_JsIL7YS1ID2Vf6v8GYoX-gbCttLJMgLRBf_TiD1fzCkdhfKMX2g75wJJwYufLNUuFjHU-32wYeYbRPiylGl9jw9duIwNRcRWXBp4wb_AGXahgdX_5OeBakvc7oFOCyUU56UQYl_hC4JNbddcykQAHGXGxDgpJbjrxd8oD-HATAa1Qz6IEREfw_mQ63J0be9lyMZfrMj3tl6RV3DEM0PKLNb6ItVlGaH_J1C_VGEtn094B08uaV9n6_fJe3DsV5Ero866KPWbOMMOEN-QohJQG00T0TNWFIhgJ926D6gSqPU5HCmXL2krODlpzI2FArqhlOx1o5TcIhlURn_Cxyxu26hPTDcgRlXMIwlVGvneQlAPkQ9AkXWNqXQUZzHtwTUkr-xflpbWLlAcq58Y> Grassroots candidates needed for 5 positions on the National Organic Standards Board<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=l55866bab&et=1105147838100&s=2732&e=001NqU-Yt-i6Jrfk-VwxTu-2qV9EePx3Bn4iYK9tpExThhCJwcgtiHRRrtR0jXftfMp3W5DWTWQL8V4Hep35A5mFDZLS8b-XbqDeQD24UM6rZRHInqJaeoWv0FHE6oJAGOJ7XCkwdoxUllv_FwrDPVIwQdc0KvDu3uRjzJ1jud7XKPj_vvhs152P_YDCVzpPE_jpsLZDcA2uR7wZtZ4JR1nB1NmR62LbODSIg-kOVo_qRiQzKJStn7LEfb5KoRu-vAyPbyAdQHaqGhwpy3JpuhG2tTI-pi5mqN3_AtzoCewIj2nNoQCg8AfH7jUWKo5xrP9RdDxuTnafm7OfYbqWsQMSXWNGS8mZ2eF> Application Deadline: July 17 The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) is a 15-member volunteer USDA board responsible for developing a proposed National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances, and to advise the Secretary on all other aspects of the National Organic Program. Five slots are open on January 24, 2012 for a 5-year term that will run until January 24, 2017. USDA encourages eligible individuals who can demonstrate an ability to represent minorities, women, and persons with disabilities to apply for membership on the NOSB. The 5 categories to be filled (1 person for each slot): * Organic producer * Retailer * Organic handler * Environmentalist * Consumer/public interest For more information, see the Federal Register Notice,<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=l55866bab&et=1105147838100&s=2732&e=001NqU-Yt-i6Jo_cNmxPm5LyyRkBR4Mr7YNK4CAh91nGkerPfu_Iqv_3hAc2Xz3Hj-816c0OG8nrZcvwHcxN2MnLHhZlhU8FgMgznStu88WeXstPA35nPbfOOXv0Tnh8fVSRRExCSjzuP9n1YPIJRMFSPhPKJ0j6R6Ly7ruyXTJ5tkvcdZRmNN8lw==> See the NOSB nomination process page<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=l55866bab&et=1105147838100&s=2732&e=001NqU-Yt-i6JoaJRcnhotFkKXexSPlpqjn0r-WCChvlu3P0AHd5iNHGu5jJEyfgXuLyRkEJ9RhTO7vxBbbI-UiGlL2nuEzFJcQrDStJHQKX9RiTTSdNfmL_cc6b2a1MraW9Jbhqiib68cSkOL_IBH3B1-2RTYBBsnz1D5PXqikGsrLYvLovNGlqGn7FkUhLhBKM4PIjGkKGZRB9CkhApRUc_dE1TBsrk29UQ2aYjNSM_3gekm--TTXIu9paZ0CSyoR6HglAcQkugEjhB6cpnxSENQ--tB-aaRWT6X4dH_wLEE0PO1ITS81W8sdbuE7U7zaMDXd5v7GHapoVrJUUUC0dDtP18CKttG8H1zS0abTO0FNS83nF8TzbuQCgJhMDyGA> for more information, including information about how NOSB members are selected<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=l55866bab&et=1105147838100&s=2732&e=001NqU-Yt-i6JorJ2VHI0A9Hq77GOAXiH-vYa_0hk6xV4V2BG59c5QoNPFxdtNoxyk12jzIoVK043dBGnSgTOlt-Kd6RVFof5dPJp0wXbRIbbQJt6YTWGCLVxZtKMF4kJtYwngV6bop48kGIjHsfsVmcEPR_m9m6C_ZOlRuBzNNq75hn_7VIL8XDOlPomRyD4j0>, membership Application<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=l55866bab&et=1105147838100&s=2732&e=001NqU-Yt-i6JoSkpAG6Hqst5vQHScyMAx_ElbhoC2lva4vXU8G2KLeNuYsU_K3dVGdFT99YXRNhCA3xovYp_Gjsugu56G6mrCtcRwNSBjbBIj1AzZISonlAP8DdMTPylTBLPyiBO78hNQd3dfpWD7WPyuZ_wyqlPjETUC_IH2qropsJy944l12T4sFm_FhKOul>, and criteria for NOSB membership<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=l55866bab&et=1105147838100&s=2732&e=001NqU-Yt-i6Jo_n10RhtM-KGhAE99LLTu_nNvnycu6_O9gFFYgGSkCCDyFKLwGMbWZ_Ie44CzAXRzFzpJlhdBE3CUcGVP5pIgNhqqFp9rwDzkYaSoUYva5bNHOMd9MeibGr8CX4VeGIV3DSHQH-g_7gZ1O9Dk4blSXvxOkyGnV6c8OLpvoNdD58k32UdfWswnI>. Power of Permaculture Design I want to invite you to a FREE conference call next Saturday with renowned soil biologist and permaculture instructor Larry Korn (www.larrykorn.net<http://www.larrykorn.net>) and myself. We're going to be giving a talk on the power of permaculture design, our trainings and spending much time answering questions (so come prepared to ask them!) If you're thinking about joining us for one of our upcoming trainings, this is a great opportunity to engage with the program co-facilitators and to learn the basics about permaculture and our trainings. When: Wednesday, June 8th @ 6PM Pacific Where: Conference call Cost: FREE [Space is limited - please sign up early] Sign up to get access to the call and recording of the call: http://commoncircle.com/marketer/link.php?M=6340925&N=99&L=28&F=T] -- Larry Korn is an educator, consultant, editor and author in the fields of permaculture, natural farming, sustainable landscaping and local food production. Larry is the primary instructor for Common Circle Education Oregon Permaculture Design and Regenerative Leadership Trainings. After completing his BA degree in Asian Studies at University of California Berkeley, Larry traveled to Japan to see first hand what life was like in Asia. He lived and worked on communes and traditional farms in the Japanese countryside. Among other rural farms, Larry spent several years with Masanobu Fukuoka, a farmer and philosopher, on Shikoku Island. Mr. Fukuoka developed a special no-till way of farming to demonstrate the practical value of his spiritual principles. Larry returned to the United States and helped translate and edit Mr. Fukuoka’s book, The One-Straw Revolution, which was published by Rodale Press in 1978. Vladislav Davidzon is a social entrepreneur with well over a decade of experience launching innovative social change brands challenging the very boundaries of sustainable design and permaculture. Having studied with some of the world's most renowned instructors, including Bill Mollison, Marshall Rosenberg, Starhawk and Joanna Macy, Vladislav integrates a diverse range of incredible teachings into his work designing and facilitating the Common Circle Education trainings. When: Wednesday, June 8th @ 6PM Pacific Where: Conference call Cost: FREE [Space is limited - please sign up early] Sign up to get access to the call and recording of the call: --> http://commoncircle.com/marketer/link.php?M=6340925&N=99&L=28&F=T We hope you will be able to join us for this call! Vladislav Davidzon, Founder/CEO -- Common Circle Education 1-800-376-3775 // www.commoncircle.com<http://www.commoncircle.com> 14525 SW Millikan Way, Suite 17760, Beaverton, OR 97005 Love us on Facebook: http://commoncircle.com/marketer/link.php?M=6340925&N=99&L=29&F=T ******************************************************** Victory for Farmers and the Environment -- Court of Appeals Dismisses Monsanto's Appeal of Biotech Beets Case Upholds Lower Court's Rulings Requiring New USDA Approval Decision And Rigorous Review of the Crop's Impacts Litigation Over USDA's Interim Approval of Planting Continues SAN FRANCISCO, CA- May 20, 2011 - The U.S. Court of Appeals concluded a long-standing lawsuit over the impacts of genetically engineered (GE) "Roundup Ready" sugar beets. As a result, previous court rulings in favor of farmers and conservation advocates will remain, including the order requiring the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to prepare a rigorous review of the impacts of GE sugar beets, before deciding whether to again allow their future commercial use. Center For Food Safety (CFS), Organic Seed Alliance, High Mowing Organic Seeds, and the Sierra Club, (represented by CFS and Earthjustice) challenged the USDA approval in 2008. They argued that GE sugar beets would contaminate organic and non-GE farmers of related crops, such as table beets and chard, as well as increase pesticide impacts on the environment and worsen the current Roundup-resistant "superweeds" epidemic in U.S. agriculture. Earthjustice attorney Paul Achitoff: "Dismissal of the appeal confirms that the district court rightly concluded that in this case, as in every other case that has challenged USDA's oversight of genetically engineered crops, the agency has flouted the law, favoring the interests of Monsanto over those of American people. With every court decision the need for fundamental reform in this area becomes ever more obvious." USDA said it expects to finish the GE sugar beets Environmental Impact Statement and have a new decision on commercialization in 2012. While this case was being heard, USDA actually approved 2011-2012 planting of GE sugar beets under a "partial deregulation" scheme while it conducted the court-ordered analysis. That decision is the subject of separate litigation that is ongoing. Monsanto's "Roundup Ready" crops withstand the herbicide Roundup (active ingredient glyphosate). Growing previous Roundup Ready crops such as soy, cotton, and corn have led to greater use of herbicides. It has also led to the spread of herbicide resistant weeds on millions of acres throughout the United States and other countries where such crops are grown, as well as contamination of conventional and organic crops, which has been costly to U.S. farmers. Read the full press release on Center for Food Safety website: http://www.centerforfoodsafety.org/2011/05/20/court-of-appeals-dismisses-monsantos-appeal-of-biotech-beets-case-preserves-victory-for-farmers-environment/ (copy and paste to browser) Ag Events-For the Fun of It!! Here are Summer Events At WestWind Milling & Farm: * Afternoon Tea at the Farm - Sunday, July 10 (raindate July 17) 3 until 5 pm. Starts with a tour of the garden, chickens and turkeys, and continues with a wagon ride to the Great Oak for Michigan made Herbal Teas with delicacies of savory and sweet. $15 each. reservations required. * Summer Movie Nights at the Mill - All evenings begin at 6:30 pm. We'll be showing topical movies on a large TV screen about our food system, showing problems and presenting solutions. Discussion afterwards. Of course, there will be plenty of locally grown popcorn, treats, and organic lemonade to go around. Friday, June 17 is Food, Inc. For those who haven't seen it, it is an expose of our industrialized food system. Saturday, June 25 is Fresh, the Movie, gives a hopeful message about the rising local foods movement. Friday, July 8 is The World According to Monsanto, which delves into the corporate control of our food supply. Finally, Saturday, August 6 is Dirt, the Movie, which explores how we've disconnected ourselves from the natural world, and how reconnecting to it is vital to our lives. Make it a date night, or bring older kids, friends, your Grandma, but not the dog, and have a thought provoking, action inspiring night out! $5 each, reservations required. * CSA Farmer's Market Open House Day - Tentative date is Saturday, July 2. This is an appreciation tour for CSA Farmer's Market members. CSA Farmer's Market is a great way to get your groceries direct from the farmer and the Open Houses are a great way to literally see it all in action! For more info, go to csafarmersmarket.com * Our Dosquicentennial Anniversary Party will be Sept. 9 and 10, so keep the date. More to come…. Bread classes resume in the fall. We've had a lot of fun with them, but it may be just too hot in the summer. Look for Gluten Free baking classes at that time, as well. Thanks for taking the time to check it all out - we need to stay connected and work together for a sustainable world. Hope to see you sometime this summer!! Linda and Lee Miller in Argentine, Michigan at 8572 Silver Lake Road Linden, MI 48451 Call us at (810)735-9192 Send us an email to register or for questions. [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Home Grown Festival Ann Arbor, MI Sept 10 from 6-11 pm Contact: Kim Bayer Phone: 734-277-1017 Email: [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> More information: http://homegrownfestival.org Apply to participate: http://www.homegrownfestival.org/apply ANN ARBOR, MI Held under the historic Ann Arbor Farmers' Market pavilion, the fourth annual HomeGrown Festival will take place on Saturday, September 10th, 2011 from 6-11pm at 315 Detroit Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The HomeGrown Festival showcases a vibrant local food system and seeks to strengthen community food security in Southeast Michigan. Admission to the Festival is free. Affordable small-plate portions ($1-$6) prepared by local chefs committed to cooking with seasonal, local food will be available for purchase. For adults over age 21, tasting portions of dozens of Michigan's small producer beer, wine, mead and hard-ciders will be available for purchase. In addition, the Festival hosts a line-up of popular bands (with dancing), special activities for kids, a silent auction, tastings and chef demonstrations, and many options for learning about the people and places that make up this region's diverse and productive foodshed. Applications for chef/restaurant, farmer, sponsor, brewery, winery, non-profit, and volunteer participation are now available at the HomeGrown website: http://www.homegrownfestival.org/apply By choosing sustainable materials, and by composting, and re-using as much of the Festival infrastructure as possible, Festival organizers work to make this event as close to zero waste as possible. Organizers have asked the Washtenaw Biking and Walking Coalition to offer their "bike valet" parking and security service to make it easy to arrive by non-motorized transport. Project Grow Community Gardens will bring more than 50 varieties for their heirloom tomato tasting - from Snow White to Aunt Ruby's German Green to Black Zebra. The Slow Food Huron Valley Great Lakes Heirloom project will showcase over 30 heirloom vegetables that have been grown in this region for more than 60 years. The HomeGrown Festival, first held in 2008, is a grassroots phenomena, completely organized and staffed by volunteers. In 2010, the HomeGrown Festival drew over 6000 people to the Ann Arbor Farmers’ Market. HomeGrown Festival logos and artwork were designed by local artist Melanie Boyle, whose medium is traditional Chinese paper cuts. All logos feature the foods of Michigan. The HomeGrown Local Food Summit, an annual local food conference, grew out of the need identified at the HomeGrown Festival for networking and strategic planning among food system stakeholders. Over 300 attended the 3rd annual Summit in 2011. At the request of HomeGrown Festival organizers, Mayor John Hieftje issued proclamations in 2008, 2009 and 2010 declaring the month of September Ann Arbor's "Local Food Month." This year's proclamation is expected to be released in August. Although Washtenaw County spends over $1 billion dollars per year on its food, less than 1% of that food is grown within the county. Keeping those food dollars circulating in Washtenaw County would not only help to create more farms and stimulate the local economy, it would also support community food security, defined in part as the ability of our region to be self-sufficient in producing enough to feed our population. FESTIVAL SUMMARY - 12 area chefs who prioritize local food in their restaurants and businesses have been matched with local farms to prepare affordable ($1-$6) small-plate tasting portions. -20 Michigan beer and wine vendors will each bring multiple labels to taste, in addition to Michigan-made mead and traditional hard cider. - 4 popular local bands will provide live Main Stage music, with smaller acoustic sets throughout the Festival, from folk to Latin jazz to blues to funk and soul. - 40 Silent Auction donors. - 20 Food System (and related) Non-profits. - 35 Local food and artisan vendors (with tastings!) - 50 Heirloom Tomato varieties in the Project Grow Tomato Tasting. - Hands-on kid and educational activities including the "Farm Stand" educational display highlighting area farms and the Great Lakes Heirloom Seed Project. - Dancing, tastings, demos, panel discussions and more. Grant Opportunities Community Gardening Grant- This is for Macomb County Residents only Is growing a vegetable garden in your plans for summer? A new opportunity for neighborhoods, churches and other community organizations is being offered by Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) in Macomb County. MSU Extension has received funding from the Macomb County Local Community Committee for the United Way for Southeastern Michigan to establish a Garden Resource Program. Up to $500 in mini grants will be awarded to approximately 15 community, youth or school garden programs to purchase garden and hand tools, seeds, vegetable plants, watering supplies and garden support materials. Community organizations will be asked to complete a short grant application. “There are so many benefits to youth and community garden programs”, states Katherine Hale, Extension Educator with Michigan State University Extension in Macomb County. Communities can benefit from the civic engagement of neighbors and residents gardening to improve their communities, youth can learn valuable job skills and explore potential careers, community sites can be improved with gardens, and a bonus for the families and communities is the food produced and grown in the garden. “It’s fresh, it’s local and it can help feed families and communities when it is donated to neighborhood centers, food pantries and soup kitchens.” To apply for the Garden Resource Program grant contact Kathe Hale at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or 586-469-6088. -- Cindy Paparelli Ride The Wave New Baltimore Farmers Market Manager "Meet Me at the Market!" www.ridethewavenb.com<http://www.ridethewavenb.com/> Job Opportunities Curriculum Development Assistant The Edible Schoolyard in Berkeley, California is now hiring a Curriculum Development Assistant. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, and the job will start on August 15. Please go to our website, www.edibleschoolyard.org (copy and paste into your browser address line) for information on this position and other opportunities. Thank you! Winslow - - - Winslow Carroll Administrative Coordinator The Edible Schoolyard 1781 Rose Street Berkeley, CA 94703 510-558-1335 High School Nutrition Education Summer Program Coordinator Position Open Until Filled Still Accepting applications as of June 3, 2011 I. Job Title: High School Nutrition Education Summer Program Coordinator II. Position Overview: Help develop and facilitate programming which trains high school youth as nutrition educators for younger youth through Growing Hope's summer garden-based nutrition education programming. III. Position Responsibilities: ● Directly supervise, schedule, and train up to six high school nutrition educator interns from June 13th - Sept 2nd ● Work with youth program manager to develop and formalize a training curriculum for high school nutrition educators to pilot and implement this summer, in conjunction with our regular summer youth programming for middle and elementary-aged youth ● Create opportunities for high school youth to plan, teach, and reflect on the implementation of garden-based, interactive and hands-on nutrition education lessons ● Develop and reinforce positive youth development and leadership skills by facilitating strengths-based, youth-driven lesson creation and implementation ● Help develop evaluation strategies for measuring impact on high school participants, elementary, and middle school youth via program participation ● Work closely with VISTA staff and youth program manager to develop a coordinated schedule and program planning for high school interns that aligns with our summer youth programming for elementary and middle school youth ● Work with Growing Hope staff to provide opportunities for high school interns to participate in regular training opportunities as it relates to facilitating nutrition education lessons for younger youth, involvement in urban farm and garden development, and other Growing Hope program areas ● Assist in hiring and interview process for high school nutrition educators ● Help make program decisions based on nutrition education grant deliverables and organizational objectives ● Consistently document and track lesson plan development, implementation and reflection, with successes and challenges and recommendations for the future, through regular written reports and photographs that are inclusive of youth and other Growing Hope staff feedback and input ● Participate in Growing Hope staff meetings and other supervision, program coordination and development meetings with staff and community partners as needed ● Ensure all high school intern hours are recorded daily and submitted to the office manager bi-weekly ● Give and receive regular feedback both with high school interns and Growing Hope staff and supervisor ● Help identify and communicate high school intern needs- create and implement training as able ● Set boundaries for youth participants and follow-through on logical consequences and disciplinary actions if needed ● Prioritize physical safety of youth and ensure proper food safety and handling requirements are adhered to throughout program duration by all staff and youth participants ● Self-manage own work schedule to accomplish work plan objectives within allotted hours for this position with regular written reports ● Monitor and track program expenses in alignment with program budget and Growing Hope's financial policies and procedures ● Ensure all program supplies are available or purchased, and safely stored and organized on-site as needed ● Research and gather example materials and best practices from other related programs and organizations in the state and country IV. Compensation & Timeline: ● $13-15 per hour, depending on experience ● 20 hours per week, on average ● Duration: June 1 - Sept 2 (with some flexibility on start and end date) Required Qualifications: ● Minimum 1-3 years experience working with high school aged youth; facilitating, and/or developing educational programming for youth ● Proven ability to take initiative and both work independently and as a member of a dynamic, collaborative team ● Excellent verbal and written communication skills ● Experience planning lessons and teaching youth in an outdoor or non-classroom based setting ● Professional commitment to positive youth development and empowerment with ability to facilitate a youth-led and highly participatory approach to lesson creation and implementation ● Strong organizational and management skills with excellent follow-through and attention to detail ● Creativity, flexibility, resourcefulness, and willingness to adapt to changing organizational conditions ● Willingness to drive organizational vehicle and/or personal vehicle to local program site locations ● Comfort with setting boundaries for youth and follow through on consequences or disciplinary actions if needed ● Background check and driving record check will be required Desired Qualifications: ● Bachelors degree or higher in secondary education with teaching certificate or other comparable professional experience in education, public health, or nutrition education ● Experience working in a nonprofit environment ● Experience developing youth programming ● Organic gardening and healthy cooking experience - especially with youth of all ages ● Passion for Growing Hope mission and work ● Comfort working with computers, web-based research, email, and technology on a regular basis ● Willingness to regularly transport youth by car or van ● Familiarity with SNAP-Ed objectives and program evaluation To Apply: ● Submit a cover letter and resume to [log in to unmask] or P.O. Box 980129 / Ypsilanti, MI 48198 ● Applications accepted on a rolling basis and position is open until filled ● Questions can be directed by phone to Elissa at the Growing Hope office: (734) 786-8401 Farming and Land Opportunities Farm in Washtenaw County for Sale Farmhouse, large garage/workshop, 50 x 30' block barn, two fenced paddocks, woods, 5-acre hayfield with alfalfa, clover, brome, timothy. Good garden land, no chemicals used for over 20 years, 15 minutes from Ann Arbor, 1 mile from I-94 exit. Thanks very much, Cecily Donnley 734 660 2037 To see photos of the place visit www.michiganorganic.msu.edu<http://www.michiganorganic.msu.edu> (note the web page is not trying to be a real estate agent but a promotion to stimulate new farming opportunities and we all know if you don’t have land it’s difficult to farm!!) Vicki Morrone C. S. Mott Group for Sustainable Food Systems Outreach Specialist for Organic Vegetable and Field Crops 303 Natural Resources East Lansing, MI 48824 517-353-3542/517-282-3557 (cell) 517-353-3834 (Fax) www.MichiganOrganic.msu.edu<http://www.michiganorganic.msu.edu/> If you would like to access previous postings to the Mich-Organic listserv you can copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar http://list.msu.edu/archives/mich-organic.html