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Meet the family behind De Grins Oer Dairy - 2023 Breakfast on the Farm hosts

Published on June 27, 2023
The Okkema family of De Grins Oer Dairy in Blanchard Michigan, is excited to host Breakfast on the Farm. Tjerk, Ramona and their family will welcome visitors on July 29 for a free, farm-cooked breakfast and self-guided tour.
Announcing the 2022 Breakfast on the Farm event

Published on September 7, 2022
Join us on Saturday, September 24 in Alpena County for a free Breakfast on the Farm event at Risky Endeavor Dairy.
MSU Extension Breakfast on the Farm organizers are seeking host farms for 2020

Published on September 20, 2019
Since 2009, forty Breakfast on the Farm events have been held in Michigan. After a one year break, Michigan State University Extension is once again looking for host farm families.
Why inviting consumers to your farm is a good idea

Published on July 22, 2019
On-farm events give consumers the opportunity to learn about modern dairy production.
As calendar pages turn to July, Michigan State University Extension encourages readers to keep the June Dairy Month celebration going!

Published on July 2, 2019
Dairy farmers work 365 days a year to provide wholesome and nutritious dairy products so consumers can enjoy them all year long!
Volunteers are the heart of Breakfast on the Farm events

Published on December 21, 2018
Michigan State University Extension’s Breakfast on the Farm program engages volunteers during the planning and delivery of events.
Creating a morning of beef production literacy

Published on December 7, 2018
Organizing a Breakfast on the Farm event is a committee and community effort.
Consumers gain knowledge and trust at the MSU Beef Center Breakfast on the Farm event

Published on December 7, 2018
Consumers leave with improved impressions about beef production
Seeking Breakfast on the Farm hosts for 2019

Published on November 14, 2018
Since 2009, Michigan State University Extension has been working with farm families who host on-farm tours designed to showcase modern agriculture.
Top 10 reasons to open your farm doors and invite the public in for a tour

Published on November 13, 2018
Michigan State University Extension Breakfast on the Farm organizers are looking for farm hosts.