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OUR VISION
OUR VISION
Michigan has a thriving food economy distinguished by equity, health, and sustainability.
Michigan has a thriving food economy distinguished by equity, health, and sustainability.
To achieve this vision, we need systemic change. Michigan food systems should ensure food is accessible to everyone, promote healthy communities, use fair and sustainable production methods, and support a diverse and equitable society. Our strategies must address both the root causes and ongoing impacts of racism and other systemic inequities.
Charter Strategies describe how we can work toward the vision and results. Each has a set of action recommendations and ideas to illustrate how we might implement these ideas and policies.
Any given strategy or action could help us reach our vision and goals.
Characteristics of a Good Food System
Characteristics of a Good Food System
Accessible
Accessible
Everyone can access and afford healthy, culturally relevant food where they live, work, learn, and play.
Equitable
Equitable
The food system promotes just and fair inclusion in a society where all people can participate, prosper, and have the power to make decisions.
Fair
Fair
No one is exploited in the food production process, and people working in food systems have access to living wages, benefits, safe work environments, and pathways for career advancement.
Healthy
Healthy
The food system supports opportunities for everyone to be as healthy as possible, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
Diverse
Diverse
The food system encourages diversity - of scale, products, means of access, production strategies, markets, ownership models, and foodways - as a strength that fosters community and system resilience as we face an unknown future.
Sustainable
Sustainable
The food system protects air, water, and soil now and for future generations.
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