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 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.

August 18, 2023

Manoomin in Michigan

Manoomin is the reason humans first came to Michigan. Learn more about this ultimate heritage food with Roger LaBine of the Lac Vieux Band of Lake Superior Chippewa.

July 17, 2023

What Your Farmers Market Manager Wants You to Know

Market Managers from across Michigan tell us what they wish shoppers knew about their farmers market!

July 5, 2023

Thai Zucchini Tomato Salad

Use fresh zucchini and pickled cherry tomatoes in this stunning Thai-inspired salad from the Marq in the UP!

June 20, 2023

Connecting Western U.P. Students with Local Food

Farm to School (F2S) isn’t a new concept but has gained significant traction in recent years. In fact, the 2023 Farm Bill includes specific policy priorities which include…

June 11, 2023

Summer Suds with Up North Buds

What’s on tap this summer? Brews from Short’s, Les Cheneaux Distillers, Barrel + Beam and Alpha Brewing!

May 30, 2023

Mark Your Calendars! 2023 Michigan Farmers Market Events 

Be sure to include these special events at farmers markets throughout Michigan in your summer plans from Kid’s Days to evening art markets!

May 2, 2023

April Showers Bring May Flowers!

Where do you shop for local, seasonal flowers? We’ve got you covered, from heirloom seeds for your garden to sunflower bouquets!