Small & diverse farms in Washtenaw needed to participate in climate-smart study
from Washtenaw County Conservation District
Greetings from the Michigan Climate Smart Farm team! Over the next five years, we鈥檒l be focusing our efforts on small, diverse, and underserved farms in Washtenaw, Lenawee, Monroe, and Wayne counties. We鈥檙e still in the discovery phase, with more questions than answers, but we鈥檙e making strides every day. Your input is invaluable as we shape the future of farming in Michigan and there are several ways for you to get involved:
- We鈥檙e on the lookout for Michigan farmers of all sizes and backgrounds to participate in one-hour interviews discussing the impact of a 鈥渃limate-smart鈥 brand. Compensation: $150 stipend.
- Calling all food industry leaders, buyers, and marketers! Join our one-hour focus group to explore the implications of 鈥渃limate-smart鈥 branded products. Compensation: $150 stipend.
- Are you a small, diverse, underserved, or under-resourced farmer in Washtenaw, Lenawee, Monroe, or Wayne county? Get involved in on-farm research, including implementing conservation practices, soil sampling, record sharing, and continuous conversation while we develop together. Compensation is a generous, potentially up to $5k stipend and eligibility for cost-share.
Sign up for these exciting opportunities and stay tuned for updates on our rapidly developing website at聽.
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