March 18, 2024

Finding the Farm in the Bottle

Explore farm-to-bottle distilleries in Michigan in this story from the 2023 Local Food Guide.

March 7, 2024

Small Businesses, Big Dreams: Michigan Incubator Kitchens

With help from MSU programs, including the Michigan Incubator Kitchen Network, shared-use kitchens are succeeding throughout the state.

February 13, 2024

Michigan Maple Syrup 

Curious about maple syrup? Learn some great tips about using Michigan syrup, and celebrate at a local festival!

February 2, 2024

UP Meat Processing Sees Progress with Help from Partners

With help from MSU Center for Regional Food Systems and MSU Product Center, the UP is about to see a boom in local proteins.

January 25, 2024

Grain and Flour in Michigan

Do you know the difference between ‘multigrain’ and ‘whole grain’? Find out about Michigan grain and flour!

December 12, 2023

The Other Red Meats: Bison, Beefalo and Yak

Learn more about the protein-forward beefalo, yak and bison, found throughout Michigan!

December 7, 2023

Learning About the Michigan Climate Smart Farm Project (MCSFP)

Learn more about the Michigan Climate Smart Farm Project (MCSFP), built off the successful MAEAP program.

November 30, 2023

Storing Your Local Goods: Environmentally-Friendly Food Storage Tips

Shopping local for the planet? Use these easy tips to store them in a way that benefits the environment, too!

November 14, 2023

Michigan Chestnuts

Are you dreaming of chestnuts roasting on an open fire? Learn a little more about Michigan chestnuts!

November 13, 2023

West Michigan Farmers of Color Land Fund Talks to TLD About the Lay of the Land

Takidia Jenkins Smith talks about the West Michigan Farmers of Color Land Fund, and why the work they do is so important for farming in Grand Rapids and beyond.