Tuesday morning, Holly Markham arrived at the MSU Student Organic Farm, 3291 College Road, to begin harvesting produce to take with her to the MSU Agricultural Equipment Exposition, or Ag Expo.

For the first year since its inception, people attending the Ag Expo could buy a snack that was not prepared by MSU Concessions. Organizers allowed the MSU Student Organic Farm exclusive rights for the vending of locally grown organic food.

Markham is an intern at the farm and an environmental studies and applications junior. She was one of two farm employees who ran the tent Tuesday.

"I didn't realize what a big deal this was," she explained as she harvested rosemary, chives and basil.

Curious customers came to the booth to chat about the heaps of organic produce, inquire about pesticide policy on organic farms and ask about insect infestations.