Pi(e) Day in Michigan: A Q&A with 3 Local Pie Professionals
3.1415926… how many digits of pi can you remember? And why is there a day dedicated to it? You can thank Larry Shaw, a physicist who decided math…
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!
Gotta Eat ‘Em All: Winter Squash Bingo
Check out some quick preparation tips for Michigan winter squash and play along with our Winter Squash Bingo Card!
Kitchen to Consumer: Michigan Cottage Food Law
Discover the ins and outs of Cottage Food Law in Michigan – a great read for producers and consumers!
4 Local Food Businesses We Love
Get to know the businesses behind our 2023 Michigan Local Food Guide Readership Survey Prize!
What’s in a Michigan Beer?
It’s easy to get ‘all hopped up’ on Michigan beer – but what are some of the main ingredients in your favorite ales? Like all beer, Michigan classic…
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…
Crop Spot: Michigan Thimbleberries, Raspberries, and Blackberries
Bring on the summer fruit! It’s berry season in Michigan and there’s plenty to nibble on throughout the state whether you source it from your backyard, favorite roadside…
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…
Beyond Saturdays: Explore Eastern Market’s Tuesday and Sunday Markets
When you think about the Eastern Market in Detroit, you may envision the bustling crowd of Michiganders and out-of-towners shuffling from shed to shed toting local summer produce,…