The University of Michigan is committed to offering sustainable, locally sourced foods. Fresh fruits, vegetables and more are available on or near campus during most months of the year.
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)
U-M is working with local farms to offer Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs on or near campus. Get fresh, straight-from-the-farm vegetables and fruits by purchasing a “share” in a local farm.
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)2018 M Farmers Markets – Starts in May!
On select days, visit an M Farmers Markets on or near campus to buy affordable fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers. Flowers, patio pots, and other farm products will also be available at select locations. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own reusable bags. M Farmers Markets are a partnership between MHealthy, Michigan Medicine, MDining, Central Student Government, and Planet Blue.
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M Farmers Market @ Wolverine Tower
Location: Wolverine Tower, Room G18 or *G-228
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dates: Select Tuesdays, May 8 – December 11, 2018
- May 8*
- May 22*
- June 5*
- June 19*
- July 17
- July 31
- August 14
- August 28*
- September 11
- September 25
- October 9
- October 23
- November 6*
- December 11
Purchases can be made with cash, credit/debit cards.
All produce is provided by Zilke Vegetable Farm, Milan, MI, a family-owned and operated farm that does not use chemicals or pesticides.
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M Farmers Market @ NCRC
Location: North Campus Research Complex (NCRC), Building 18 (ground level next to Picasso Café)
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dates: Select Tuesdays, May 15 – December 4, 2018
- May 15
- May 29
- June 12
- June 26
- July 10
- July 24
- August 7
- August 21
- September 4
- September 18
- October 2
- October 16
- October 30
- November 13
- December 4
Purchases can be made with cash, credit/debit cards.
All produce is provided by Zilke Vegetable Farm, Milan, MI, a family-owned and operated farm that does not use chemicals or pesticides.
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M Farmers Market @ University Hospital
Location: University Hospital Courtyard
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dates: Every Thursday, June 7 – September 27, 2018 (except July 5)
Purchases can be made with cash, credit/debit cards.
Vendors:
All produce is provided by Zilke Vegetable Farm, Milan, MI, a family-owned and operated farm that does not use chemicals or pesticides.
Fresh-made breads and other goodies will be available at most market from Great Harvest Bread Co., locally owned and operated in Ann Arbor.
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M Farmers Market @ EAAHC
Location: East Ann Arbor Health Center, Front Lobby
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dates: Every Tuesday, June 5 – September 25, 2018 (except July 3 and July 31)
Purchases can be made with cash, credit/debit cards.
All produce is provided by Prochaska Farms, Tecumseh, MI, a locally-owned and operated farm that uses farming practices and products considered naturally grown.
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M Farmers Market @ KMS
Location: KMS, back parking lot by the loading dock
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dates: Third Wednesday of every month, May – September 2018
- May 16
- June 20
- July 18
- August 15
- September 19
- October 17
Purchases can be made with cash, credit/debit cards.
All produce is provided by Zilke Vegetable Farm, Milan, MI, a family-owned and operated farm that does not use chemicals or pesticides.
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M Farmers Market @ Briarwood
Location: Briarwood Circle, between Buildings 4 & 5
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dates: Select Wednesdays, June 6 – September 26, 2018
- June 6
- June 20
- July 18
- August 1
- August 15
- August 29
- September 12
- September 26
Purchases can be made with cash, credit/debit cards.
All produce is provided by Prochaska Farms, Tecumseh, MI, a locally-owned and operated farm that uses farming practices and products considered naturally grown.
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M Farmers Market @ Ad Services
Location: Administrative Services Building, grassy area in parking lot #SC11
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dates: Select Wednesdays, July 11 – September 19
- July 11
- July 25
- August 8
- August 22
- September 5
- September 19
Purchases can be made with cash, credit/debit cards.
All produce is provided by Zilke Vegetable Farm, Milan, MI, a family-owned and operated farm that does not use chemicals or pesticides.
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M Farmers Market @ Central Campus
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dates: Select Wednesdays, July 18 – September 26, 2018
- July 18
- August 1
- August 15
- August 29
- September 12
- September 26
Purchases can be made with cash, credit/debit cards.
All produce is provided by Zilke Vegetable Farm, Milan, MI, a family-owned and operated farm that does not use chemicals or pesticides.
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M Farmers Market @ Shared Services
Location: Shared Services, parking lot behind building
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Dates:
- Wednesday, June 13
- Wednesday, July 11
- Wednesday, August 8
Purchases can be made with cash, credit/debit cards.
All produce is provided by Zilke Vegetable Farm, Milan, MI, a family-owned and operated farm that does not use chemicals or pesticides.
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M Farmers Market @ the Grove
Location: The Grove, North Campus Diag (near Bell Tower)
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dates: Select Thursdays, July 12 – September 6, 2018
- July 12
- July 26
- August 9
- August 23
- September 6
Purchases can be made with cash, credit/debit cards.
All produce is provided by Prochaska Farms, Tecumseh, MI, a locally-owned and operated farm that uses farming practices and products considered naturally grown.
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M Farmers Market @ Stephen Ross Academic Center
Location: Stephen Ross Academic Center (SRAC), patio
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dates: Select Fridays, June 1 – September 21, 2018
- June 1
- June 15
- June 29
- July 13
- July 27
- August 10
- August 24
- September 7
- September 21
Purchases can be made with cash, credit/debit cards.
All produce is provided by Zilke Vegetable Farm, Milan, MI, a family-owned and operated farm that does not use chemicals or pesticides.
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Expanded M Farmers Market on Central and North Campuses
Join us this fall for expanded markets! In additional to fresh fruits, vegetables and other locally sourced foods from a variety of local farms (including our own student run campus farm), these events include chef demonstrations, tips for healthy eating, free samples, giveaways, information stations and more.
Time: Tentatively, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Dates and Locations:
- Thursday, September 13, grassy area of the Diag
- Thursday, September 27, the Grove, North Campus Diag (near Bell Tower)
- Thursday, October 11, grassy area of the Diag
- Thursday, October 25, the Grove, North Campus Diag (near Bell Tower)
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CSA on Ann Arbor Campus
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs are the most direct route to get your food directly from a farmer you know and trust. Generally, when you join a CSA you pay in advance to receive a weekly box of vegetables in season (often June through October) from a local farm. Prochaska Farms (Tecumseh, MI), a locally-owned and operated farm that uses farming practices and products considered naturally grown, offers CSA pickup on campus. Full and half shares available.
- Pick up location: 1919 Green Road, outside the Printing Services Building
- Dates: Weekly, every Thursday, June 14 - September 27, 2018
- Time: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
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Food Directories
Find farmers markets, CSAs and more in your area.
USDA Local Food Directories
The USDA has created four Local Food Directories for farmers markets, community-supported agriculture operations (CSAs), food hubs and on-farm markets to help you quickly identify nearby suppliers of locally-grown foods. Search USDA directories.
LocalHarvest Directories
LocalHarvest connects people looking for good food with the farmers who produce it. Its directory lists thousands of family farms and farmers markets, CSAs and more. Search LocalHarvest directory.
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Farmers Market near UM-Dearborn
Dearborn Farmers’ & Artisans Market
Location: 22101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn MI 48124 (Garrison St. Parking lot, between Mason & Howard Streets, behind the Bryant Library)
Dates: Every Friday, June 1 – September 28, 2018 (closed July 6)
Time: 2 – 7 p.m.
Visit the Dearborn Farmers’ and Artisans Market website or call (810) 232-1399 to learn more.
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Farmers Market near UM-Flint
The Flint Farmers’ Market
Location: 300 East First St. Flint, MI 48502
Days and Times:
- Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Visit the Flint Farmers’ Market website or call (810) 232-1399 to learn more.