March 4, 2022

Spring into Learning

You’re never too old to learn something new! This Spring, many of our Michigan partners are offering learning opportunities to teach you skills in the kitchen and the garden!

Maple Syrup in a maple leaf shaped glass
March 1, 2022

Michigan Maple Syrup Weekends are Back!

This year, 24 Michigan Maple Syrup producers will participate in Michigan Maple Syrup Weekends, running mid-March through early April.

May 14, 2021

Community Impacts through Gardening: The MSU Extension Master Gardener ® Program

Started in 1972 in Washington, the Extension Master Gardener (EMG) program is an international movement that trains passionate volunteers to engage with horticultural projects in their communities. EMGs…

April 22, 2021

Crop Spot: Asparagus

During Michigan springtime, one of the first vegetables you’ll find available in your garden and at the farmers market is asparagus! This versatile veggie can be prepared in…

March 26, 2021

Spring 2021 Cookbook: Ruffage by Abra Berens

Spring is all about the excitement of fresh vegetables heading back to farmers markets and farm stands, and we’ve chosen a book to highlight the excitement of cooking…

March 23, 2021

Crop Spot: Honey

Here in Michigan, we often find ourselves celebrating every exciting sign of the return of Spring. A ray of sunshine, waking up to birdsong, a hint of green…

April 4, 2019

Spring Green Kimchi

Most people familiar with kimchi know it as a long-fermented, funky napa cabbage with almost bubbly effervescence. But kimchi is much broader than that. I love long-fermented napa…

April 4, 2019

Beet and Arugula Salad

This tangy spring beet and arugula salad is a great way to shake off the winter blues with fresh flavors!

May 1, 2018

Celebrate the Kick-off of Asparagus Season in Empire

Did you know that May is National Asparagus month? If you are anything like me, you can’t wait for the first asparagus spears to start nudging their way…

April 3, 2018

It’s CSA sign-up season!

The return of the longer days, bouts of sunshine, and the promised pop of crocus and snowdrops have signaled that spring is here. If you’re like me, you’re…