March 11, 2024

Maple Syrup Products from the Mitt

Where will you find local maple syrup in Michigan? Find our suggestions for syrup and maple products throughout the state!

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 5, 2024

Valentine’s Date Night Ideas for Local Food Lovers

Do you have your plans for Valentine’s Day? Celebrate love and local food in Michigan!

October 9, 2023

How Two Northeast Michigan Food Business Owners Got Their Start

Dig into the stories of Kris Fairey and Thadius McKay, and how they arrived into the Northeast Michigan food scene.

September 29, 2023

Am I Ready to Wholesale? A Guide for Specialty Crop Farmers 

Michigan Food and Farming Systems (MIFFS) recently launched a comprehensive guide for farmers seeking to enter the wholesale domain. Check it out!

September 5, 2023

Michigan Oktoberfest: 4 Ways to Celebrate!

You don’t have to head to Bavaria for great brews and brats. Stay local and live large this Oktoberfest season! 

August 28, 2023

Why Local Distillers Choose Local

Why do Michigan distillers choose to use local agriculture in their bottles of whiskey? What does sourcing local entail? Learn from statewide distillers!

July 5, 2023

Hoppy July! It’s Craft Beer Month in Michigan

Summer in Michigan is the ideal time to visit a new brewery or return to an old favorite; no matter where you go in Michigan, there’s bound to…

April 4, 2023

Shop with Michigan Small Businesses for Mom & Dad! 

Gift local this Mother and Father’s Day — see our suggestions for Michigan small businesses that have the perfect presents!