October 4, 2018

A Farmer’s Diary: Beginning Farmer Institute

When you bring a bunch of farmers together over pizza and beer, there’s a certain magic that happens. On September 9th, after traveling from thirteen different states, nineteen…

October 3, 2018

NFU Fall Legislative Fly-in and the Farm Bill

The National Farmers Union (NFU) was founded over 110 years ago and advocates for grassroots policy change that supports the welfare of family farmers, ranchers, fishermen, and consumers.…

October 2, 2018

Charlevoix Farmers Market offers Evening Markets at the Library

With the change in the season, comes a change at the Charlevoix Farmers Market! Beginning on October 11th, the Market will switch its location and time to the…

September 7, 2018

Event Spotlights: Upcoming Local Food Events

Join Us at These Upcoming Local Food Events! We’re out and about this month at a variety of community events. Join us in celebration of local food and learn…

September 7, 2018

Toasting and Tasting Michigan’s Finest

The months that produce the most diversity of fruits and vegetables in our dear Mitt include August, September, and October. October almost seems to embody a last-grab month…

September 7, 2018

Bountiful Produce at Birmingham Farmers Market Harvest Festival

Birmingham Farmers Market Harvest Festival Sunday, September 16, 2018 from 9 am – 2 pm Nearly 90% of Michigan’s “harvestable” produce is available at this perfect time of…

September 7, 2018

Enjoy Certified Local Wine Dinners at Chateau Chantal this Fall

Chateau Chantal Winery & Inn is situated high on a ridge overlooking the rolling vineyards and cherry orchards of Old Mission Peninsula, a perfect backdrop to experience Fall…

September 5, 2018

Culture, Collaboration, and Local Food

When we look back through the history of festivals, events or gatherings related to farming, food, and harvests – you’ll find that each will have their own version…

August 7, 2018

Sponsor, Exhibit, or Advertise at the 2018 Michigan Good Food Summit

On behalf of the Center for Regional Food Systems at Michigan State University, I’m writing to invite you to sponsor, exhibit or advertise at the 2018 Michigan Good…

August 5, 2018

Peaceful Meadows Farm 2nd Annual Farm to Fork Event

Join the farmers of Peaceful Meadows Farm in Clio for their Second Annual Farm to Fork Event Sunday August 26th from 1-6pm. The event will feature a wide…