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.
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.
Know Your Farmer: Fennigan’s Farms
Amanda Brezzell is farming for their community in Detroit. Learn how agricultural innovation supports community resilience with Fennigan’s Farms!
Know Your Farmer: Coop Creations
Learn more about Kayla Ratz and her journey to her farm, Coop Creations, in Northern Michigan!
What’s in that Greenhouse?
Curious about what’s in those big white structures when you pass by a Northern Michigan farm? Learn more about why Z&N Farm, Lakeview Hill Farm and TLC Farms use greenhouses and hoop houses.
Crop Spot: Blueberries
“Southwest Michigan has the perfect climate for growing blueberries,” says Joan Donaldson of Pleasant Hill Farm in Fennville. “Historically, the area was called the Fruit Belt of Michigan.”
Think Past the Beef: Meat in the Upper Peninsula
Have you tried lamb, goat or rabbit? Check out what these Upper Peninsula growers have to say about these options for a delicious plate!
Fresh Food Connections: Growers Making Food Accessible in Michigan
Learn about Michigan farmers making fresh food more accessible to SNAP-eligible communities through their online ordering systems.
Stay Warm with Michigan Wool: Shady Side Farm
Mike Bronkema and his family raise grass-fed sheep for wool in the Holland area. Learn more about wool production in Michigan!
Taste the Terroir in Alpena’s Newest Cidery
Presque Isle Farm is open for business in downtown Alpena! Try their cider made from only Northern Michigan apples.