The 21-member Council is charged with recommending policies and programs to the Governor by October 2006 that improve the state's food system. Under the direction of the Chairperson the Council formed four Task Forces in order to bring additional stakeholders to the table and investigate aspects of the food system in greater detail. The Task Forces are:

• Task Force A: Expanding Food-Related Businesses and Jobs
• Task Force B: Improving Access to Fresh and Healthy Foods
• Task Force C: Promoting Michigan Foods
• Task Force D: Enhancing Agricultural Viability

Task Force Participants include Council Members, State Employees, and public experts. Task Forces report their findings to the Council which will deliberate and vote on policy recommendations and Council actions.