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Partridge Creek Farm announces CSA season, summer programs and executive director transition
Summary
Partridge Creek Farm told the council its 2025 CSA is open, that plots at its new community garden are available, and that the farm was recommended for a second MDARD grant; the farm s executive director said she will step down and transition to a new local role.
Sarah Johnson, executive director of Partridge Creek Farm, used public comment to outline the farm s 2025 season and to announce leadership changes.
Programs and funding
Johnson said the farm s 2025 CSA (community-supported agriculture) program offers 17 weeks of local produce with Wednesday pick-up and that SNAP/EBT payments are accepted; residents using food assistance qualify for a reduced weekly fee of $5 (a 75% discount) when paying weekly rather than up-front. The farm is renting growing beds at a community garden site on Euclid and First Street and plans major site upgrades funded by donations raised on GivingTuesday. Partridge Creek also expects a second Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) grant award pending final approval, which would support a second phase of farm development.
Leadership change
Johnson announced she will step down as executive director at the end of the month and transition to a role as director of operations and marketing for a family-run campground; she said the farm s director of programs and director of finance will serve as interim co-directors. Johnson told the council she will remain an Ishpeming resident and would continue to support the farm.
Why this matters: Partridge Creek Farm operates programs focused on food access and education that rely on partnerships with the city and local funders; the MDARD grant (if awarded) would expand production capacity and local food access.
Ending
Council members thanked Johnson for her leadership and noted the farm will present a season recap at a future meeting.
