2022 Local Food Guide for Michigan

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LO CA L D I F F E R E N C E .O R G

2022 EDITION

Michigan guide to local farms, farmers markets, restaurants, beer, wine and specialty producers

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Find Food & Farms 15 Upper Peninsula 29 Northwest Michigan 41 Northeast Michigan 53 Mid Michigan 67 West Michigan 75 Southwest Michigan

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Recipes 23 Chestnut Mushroom Risotto 38 Mangalitsa Pork Chops with Traverse City Cherry Balsamic Sauce 45 Mackinac Sunset Sour 57 Vegetable Strudel with Vegetable Sauce 70 Braised Delicata Salad 74 Molasses Cookies 91 Lentil Dal

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2022 EDITION

What’s inside 4

Meet the TLD Team

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Letter from the CEO

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Who is in this Guide?

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Find Local Food

11 Kid’s Activity: Market Mania 13 Farm to Early Care & Education: Growing up with Local Food 21 Think Past the Beef 27 Vestergaard Farms 28 What is a CSA? 37 Perfect Pairings with Burritt’s Fresh Market 47 Connecting the Dots: Michigan’s Food System 49 U-Pick Farms

59 A Commitment to the Community: Allen Neighborhood Center 61 COVER FEATURE: Remembering the People Along the Way 73 Moving People Forward with Good Food: North Kent Connect 79 Crop Spot: Blueberries 80 Avalon: The Hearth of Detroit Since 1997 89 Making Fresh Food Connections 93 Celebrating Michigan Seafood 95 Grown in Michigan / Cultivado en Michigan 96 Grow Eastern Market

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Our team is made of farmers, foodies, and dietitians from across the state of Michigan dedicated to growing a robust, resilient and fair food system.

TRICIA PHELPS

CEO

SAM SAMSON-MILLER

Northeast Michigan Local Food Coordinator

KELLY WILSON

Director of Community Partners EMMA BEAUCHAMP

NADINE K AR ADSHEH

West Michigan Account Manager

Editor in Chief

CASEY CAFEGO CHRISTINA MARBURY

Digital Marketing Specialist

Marketing Director

MADELINA DILISI JACKIE SENSKE

Marketing & Media Sales Manager CL AIRE BUTLER

Outreach & Communications Specialist ELIZABETH WALLINE

Operations Assistant PAUL GREEN

Local Food Retail Specialist EMILY ROW

Content Creator

Interested in joining our team?

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We first acknowledge that all of Michigan is the ancestral, traditional, and contemporary lands and waters of Indigenous nations, including the Anishinaabeg—the Three Fires Confederacy of Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi peoples. We also acknowledge our many more-thanhuman relatives, the original caretakers of our lands and waters, who call this region home, and have done so since time immemorial.

WHAT DO WE BRING TO THE TABLE?

Taste the Local Difference ® is Michigan’s local food consulting, media and marketing agency. We are a woman-owned and woman-led business, specializing in communication strategy for purpose-driven food brands across the state of Michigan. Our team is passionate about education, building relationships and empowering entrepreneurs. The TLD database platform & business model are available for licensing outside of Michigan. Please contact tricia@localdifference.org to learn more.

Dear Reader, Over the last 18 years, Taste the Local Difference made a name for ourselves by creating a valuable resource for people to find local food in Michigan. Our women-owned and operated agency is made up of local food systems experts specializing in marketing and communication strategy for farms and food businesses.

L AYOUT & DESIGN Erin Waineo Design

Throughout these pages, you’ll find hundreds of local food businesses and supporters that allow us to make resources, like this Guide, available for free. However, you might not know that our services extend beyond the bounds of this publication. In the last two years, we’ve supported the growth of a digital revolution for small food businesses. From building their online stores and websites, to developing their own branding and social media strategy, we collaborated with over 90 farm and food businesses on their online presence and marketing efforts. This work aligns with our mission to build the demand for local food and it meets one of our core values of engaging in authentic relationships, a value that drives and connects our growing team across the state.

COVER SHOT E.E. Berger PHOTO CONTRIBUTORS E.E. Berger, Claire Butler, Christina Marbury, Alex Palzewicz, Zack Whaley, Austin Coyer, Heidi Holoweski, Elliot Nelson, Lauren Jescovitch, Viking Sister Photography, Alex Ball THIS GUIDE IS PUBLISHED BY Taste the Local Difference info@localdifference.org localdifference.org

You’ll see more of this from us in the coming year, as we support entrepreneurs with their local sourcing needs, and others in finding new sales and markets for their products.

We’re building relationships between local food buyers and sellers in a way that continues to add value for our partners and communities. Don’t forget to check out our website for even more information including searching farms and food businesses by growing practices, specific local products and proximity.

Taste the Local Difference is owned by JodyCo LLC.

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on the cover Candi Fentress (left) sells seasonal produce and flowers from her Detroit urban farm, CWO Farms, to Rohani Foulkes (right) who operates Folk, a café and market in Corktown. Throughout the ongoing pandemic, the success of both of these women-owned businesses has relied heavily on the support of their community.

Here’s to many more connections in 2022, and thanks for joining us,

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Who is in this Guide?

From farms to breweries to restaurants to everyone in between, all of the businesses listed in this Local Food Guide are committed to partnership with us. As partners, these local food businesses from across the state are featured in this magazine and in our digital directory, as well as receive access to our consulting and marketing services. We are proud to work with these businesses and to contribute to a more well-connected and diverse local food system.

We want to hear from you!

Learn more about our partnerships at localdifference.org

Since 2015, Taste the Local Difference has published a magazine-style guide to local food in Michigan. We distribute this Guide throughout Michigan as a free resource.

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Farmers Market Scavenger Hunt You've got a big bag and a belly to fill. So head to the market and find what you will!

We've crafted a mission to help you find plenty of veggies and treats and good times!  Fresh fruits and vegetables make us all merry, can you find an example in a yummy berry?

 The market is full of new smells and good eats, can you spy some purple beets?

 Farmers markets are filled with good people and smiles, say hi to a farmer in one of these aisles.

 Do you think you can find a big jar of honey?

Bees make this sweet treat on days that are sunny.

 Markets are busy like cars in rush hour, but slow down and find a beautiful red flower.

 There's a lot of fresh food here so try something neat, and maybe discover a new favorite treat!

P.S. Find these items in person at your local farmers market for even more fun!

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Farm to Early Care and Education: Growing Up with Local Food Farm to early care and education (ECE) is a group of activities that support young children in early child care settings to grow, choose, and eat nutritious local foods. Farm to ECE can be an integral part of child care, influencing the ways child care providers obtain local food (procurement), and use gardening activities and nutrition and agriculture education activities.

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MEAGAN SHEDD, PhD

Assistant Professor, Farm to Early Care & K-12 Education, Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems

LINDSAY MENSCH,

Outreach and Communications Specialist, Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems

“This experience allows the children to learn more about fruits and vegetables, how things grow, responsibility for other living things, entrepreneurship and how to work hard for a goal.”

-Nominator of Little Daisy Daycare for the Michigan Grow More Award

Planting seeds with young children, watching them grow, and harvesting are some examples of farm to ECE activities. Similarly, reading books about farms, talking about where food comes from during a meal, or trying a new vegetable as part of a tasting demonstration fall under the category of nutrition education. Childcare providers procure local foods to serve in children’s meals and snacks from grocery stores, farmers markets, food hubs, or by working directly with a local farmer to purchase what they need.

For farmers who want to work with ECEs, it’s helpful to keep in mind that selling to child care sites can be different than working with K-12 districts in terms of quantity needed and sites’ storage capacity, but ECEs are an important and valuable market. To increase local food at the child care site and for families, some ECEs are working with local farmers to connect families with produce boxes, maximizing the trip for the farmer and increasing access to fresh produce for the whole community.

ECE sites can start procuring local food with farm to ECE by identifying foods they already purchase and looking to see if it is a local product, and if not, how to make the substitution. The Local Food for Little Eaters Guide can be a helpful resource for making small changes, one product at a time.

MICHIGAN FARM TO ECE NETWORK Child care providers and farmers can learn more about farm to ECE and stay connected via the Michigan Farm to ECE Network. canr.msu.edu/michigan-farm-to-ece-network LOCAL FOOD FOR LITTLE EATERS GUIDE canr.msu.edu/resources/local-food-for-little-eaters

In 2021, the Michigan Farm to ECE Network celebrated champions in farm to ECE with the Michigan Grow More Award, and plans to seek nominations for both early care and education sites and farmers engaged in extraordinary work in farm to ECE again in 2022.

To learn more about the recipients of the Michigan Grow More Award and the Michigan Farm to Early Care and Education Network, visit

Michigan Grow More Award 2021

mifarmtoecenetwork.org.

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MARQUETTE

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Trenary

Felch

DELTA

DICKINSON Cornell Iron Mountain Kingsford

ALGER FARMS Case Country Farm  906-361-2700  casecountryfarm.com  N5298 N Samuelson Rd, Chatham Michigan State University Upper Peninsula Research & Extension Center  906-439-5114  canr.msu.edu/uprc  South Farm: E3774 University Dr  North Farm: N5431 Rock River Rd, Chatham UP Gourmet  312-909-2607  upgourmetfoods.com  E2898 M67, Trenary

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Gladstone

Wilson

CENTRAL U.P.

Rapid River

Bark River

Carney

MENOMINEE Daggett Stephenson Wallace

Menominee

RETAIL STORE Grand Marais Fisheries Farm & Mercantile  906-494-2010  GM Fisheries Farm Mercantile  22595 County Rd H-58, Grand Marais

DELTA

DICKINSON

FARMS Guindon Farms  906-384-6517  guindonfarms.com  9111 County 416 H Rd, Cornell

FARMS Pilot's Pastures  906-221-0308  pilotspasturesbeef.com  W9402 Peterson Dr, Iron Mountain

Superior Home Farm  906-241-4147  superiorhomefarm.org  16164 US Hwy 41, Rapid River

Slagle's Family Farm  906-221-5937  slaglesfamilyfarm.com  N7705 Metropolitan Rd, Felch

Yooper Produce  906-280-5434  yooperproduce.com  1168 9TH Rd, Bark River FARMERS MARKETS Gladstone Farmers Market  906-428-4586  gladstonemi.org  911 Delta Ave, Gladstone WINERY Northern Sun Winery  906-399-9212  northernsunwinery.com  983 10th Rd, Bark River

BREWERY 51st State Brewing Co.  906-828-2167  51ststatebrewingco.com  115 Harding Ave, Kingsford RESTAURANT Moose Jackson Cafe  906-776-2233  moosejackson.com  221 East A St, Iron Mountain

FARMS Dead River Farm  906-362-3641  Dead River Farm  Zorza Dr, Negaunee Full Plate Farm  906-869-0728  fullplatefarmmi.com  406 Dukes Rd, Skandia Little Parsley Farm  906-228-2553  littleparsleyfarm.com  300 Little Lake Rd, Marquette

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Partridge Creek Farm  906-361-6628  partridgecreekfarm.org  112 S Main St, Ishpeming Seeds & Spores Family Farm  906-458-8616  seedsandspores.com  745 Greenfield Rd, Marquette Shady Grove Farm U.P.  906-360-9124  gratefuleggs.org  254 S Francis Mine Dr, Gwinn Tonella Farms  262-347-6076  tonellafarms.com  132 Dukes Rd, Skandia Virgin Earth Farm  906-458-6436  Virgin Earth Farm  2480 Yukon Trail, Republic BREWERIES Barrel + Beam

FARMERS MARKET Downtown Marquette Farmers Market  906-228-9475 x 105  mqtfarmersmarket.com  112 S Third St, Marquette

MENOMINEE

RESTAURANTS 231 West Patisserie  906-273-0100  231west.com  231 W Washington St, Marquette

M.A.D. Rabbits  906-374-0839  Daggett

BODEGA  906-226-7009  cafebodegamqt.com  517 N 3rd St, Marquette Donckers  906-226-6110  donckersonline.com  137 W Washington St, Marquette The Delft Bistro  906-273-2455  thedelftbistro.com  139 W Washington St, Marquette RETAIL STORES Lakeshore Depot  906-273-2121  lakeshoredepot.com  560 Fern Pl, Marquette Marquette Food Co-op  906-225-0671  marquettefood.coop  502 W Washington St, Marquette White's Party Store  906-226-6781  whitespartystore.com  1001 N Third St, Marquette SPECIALTY PRODUCERS Dancing Crane Farm  906-942-7089  dancingcranefarm.com  348 Lawson Rd, Skandia

Michigan produces over 300 unique agricultural products.

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Solely focused on farmhouse aged beers, rustic ciders and meads, enjoy a taste of Michigan along with local food options in our renovated log cabin.  906-273-2559  barrelandbeam.com  260 Northwoods Rd, Marquette Drifa Brewing Company  906-273-1300  drifabrewing.beer  501 S Lake St, Marquette

Dead River Coffee Roasters  906-226-2112  deadrivercoffee.com  119 W Baraga Ave, Marquette Peace Pie Company (Opening Summer 2022)  906-869-5073  peacepiecompany.com  1034 N 3rd St, Ste C, Marquette Superior Culture  906-273-0927  superiorculturemqt.com  717 N Third St, Marquette Velodrome Coffee Company  906-273-2556  velodromecoffeecompany.com  519 W Washington St, Marquette

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MARQUETTE

FARMS Jasper's Sugar Bush  906-639-2588  jaspermaple.com  W1867 Co. Rd 374, Carney

Mill Creek Farm  906-639-3377  W3929 #32 Rd, Carney Starz Orchard  906-290-3099  W5597 17.5 Lane, Wallace Tickler Farm and Forest Products  906-250-7167  Tickler Farm  W8317 Deacon Lane No 29 Rd, Daggett FARMERS MARKETS Hannahville Farmers Market  906-723-2570  N15019 Hannahville B1 Rd, Wilson Menominee Historic Downtown Farmers Market  906-863-8718  menomineefarmersmarket.com  Spies Public Library Parking Lot: 940 1st St, Menominee FISHERY Door County Whitefish  906-290-4871  doorcountywhitefish.com  521 South Dr, Stephenson

SCHOOLCRAFT FARM Rondeau's Ruff Acres  906-644-2777  11812 W Spielmacher Rd, Cooks WINERY End Of The Road Winery  906-450-1541  endoftheroadwinerymi.com  6917 Burns Rd, Germfask

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Larium

Hancock Houghton

Toivola

South Range

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BARAGA FARMS Dynamite Hill Farms  906-235-6177  Dynamite Hill Farms  16848 Dynamite Hill Rd, L'Anse

Baraga

ONTONAGON Ewen

Ironwood

Covington

GOGEBIC

Younggren's Farm  906-393-0085  23895 Plains Rd, Covington

Café L'Anse is a shared use kitchen and eatery. You'll find fresh made ice cream, bakery, coffee and meals 7am to 7pm.  906-524-1000  Café L'Anse  104 N Main St, L'Anse

GOGEBIC FARMS True North Berry Farm  @truenorthberryfarm  truenorthberryfarm.com  Rt 505 Lake Rd, Ironwood Whitney Creek Farm  906-932-0235  whitneycreekfarm.com  N7803 Siirila Rd, Ironwood RESTAURANT Bake Superior Bread  906-364-7286  Bake Superior Bread  230 E Aurora St, Ironwood BREWERY Cold Iron Brewing  906-285-7020  coldironbrewing.com  104 S Lowell St, Ironwood RETAIL STORE Northwind Natural Foods Co-op  906-932-3547  northwindcoop.org  116 S Suffolk St, Ironwood

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BARAGA

Giggling Goose Farm  gigglinggoosefarm@gmail.com  Giggling Goose Farm  Baraga

RESTAURANT Café L'Anse

Chassell

IRON

HOUGHTON FARMS Boersma Family Roots  906-370-1003  Boersma Family Roots  @boersmafamilyroots Ghost House Farm  @ghosthouse.farm  22294 Boston Location Rd, Hancock Living Vitamin Greens  906-281-8439  Living Vitamins Microgreens  51 Second St, South Range Moonlight Meadows  906-281-3640  @moon.lightmeadows  Calumet Opa's Berry Farm  906-523-4679  Opa's Blueberry Farm  38554 Klingville Rd, Chassell North Harvest CSA  906-370-2007  northharvestcsa.com  26262 Tikkanen Rd, Calumet Superior Mycology  906-370-7646  superiormycology.com  Houghton Whispering Wild Market Farm  520-850-0854  whisperingwildmarketfarm.com  3184 Misery Bay Rd, Toivola FARMERS MARKETS Downtown Houghton Farmers Market  906-330-0044  fromthegroundfmc.org  2A Lakeshore Dr, Houghton Hancock Tori and Farmers Market  906-330-0044  fromthegroundfmc.org  417 Quincy St, Hancock

Crystal Falls

Lake Linden Farmers Market  906-296-9911  lakelinden.net/farmers-market  Lake Linden Village Park

IRON

Mainstreet Calumet Farmers Market  906-330-0044  fromthegroundfmc.org  340 6th St, Calumet

RESTAURANT Curious Pig  906-282-7575  Curious Pig  117 South 5th St, Crystal Falls

RESTAURANT Milly's  906-523-7373  millyshancock.com  108 Quincy St, Hancock

RETAIL STORE Crystal Fresh Market  906-875-6648  crystalfreshmarket.com  1363 US Highway 2, Crystal Falls

RETAIL STORES Keweenaw Food Co-op  906-482-2030  keweenaw.coop  1035 Ethel Ave, Hancock

KEWEENAW

Frozen Farms Co.  906-934-2414  frozen-farms-co.business.site  320 5th St, Calumet FISHERY Keweenaw Fish Co.  906-370-9555  25476 Pine St, Calumet SPECIALTY PRODUCERS Living Proof Brewing Co.  @livingproofbrew  Living Proof Brewing Co.  65 3rd St, Laurium Teach to Taste  906-369-0290  teachtotaste.com  Hancock

FARMS Lake Effect Farm  231-660-1120  lakeeffectfarm.com  14203 Michigan 26, Copper Harbor Nebula Farms  906-370-9591  nebulafarms.net  5963 Montgomery Point Rd, Mohawk Minnie Farms  906-370-4916  Minnie Farms  Mohawk RESTAURANT Keweenaw Mountain Lodge  906-289-4403  keweenawmountainlodge.com  14252 US Hwy 41, Copper Harbor

ONTONAGON FARM Mother Farmer  708-214-3046  @motherfarmerup  23771 Old M28, Ewen

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Paradise

LUCE

Sault Ste. Marie Brimley Dafter

Newberry

CHIPPEWA

Curtis

Rudyard

MACKINAC Engadine

Goetzville

Naubinway Brevort

HesselCedarville

St. Ignace

Mackinac Island

EASTERN U.P. CHIPPEWA FARMS Dutcher Farm  906-297-2120  dutcherfarm@gmail.com  25525 S Angora Rd, Goetzville Gordon's Produce  906-632-9430  gordonsproduce.com  3449 S Ridge Rd, Sault Ste. Marie

RESTAURANT Cup of the Day  906-635-7272  cupoftheday.com  406 Ashmun St, Sault Ste. Marie

RESTAURANTS 1852 Grill Room  906-847-7222  1852grillroom.com  6966 Main St, Mackinac Island

Round Island Kitchen at Mission Point Resort  906-847-3000  missionpoint.com/restaurants  One Lakeshore Dr, Mackinac Island

RETAIL STORE Backwoods Farm Market - Rudyard  906-298-1076  Backwoods Farm Market  9707 W M-48, Rudyard at Exit 373 (at I-75 and M-48)

Bistro on the Greens at Mission Point Resort  906-847-3000  missionpoint.com/restaurants  One Lakeshore Dr, Mackinac Island

Straight Up Coffee at Mission Point Resort  906-847-3000  missionpoint.com/restaurants  One Lakeshore Dr, Mackinac Island

Boxwood Coffeeshop & Café at Mission Point Resort  906-847-3000  missionpoint.com/restaurants  One Lakeshore Dr, Mackinac Island

RETAIL STORES Applecore General Store  906-484-7080  applecoregeneralstore.com  708 W M-134, Cedarville

Carriage House Restaurant at Hotel Iroquois  906-847-3321  carriagehousemackinac.com  7485 Main St, Mackinac Island

Backwoods Farm Market - Brevort  906-298-1086  4485 W US 2, Brevort

Jere Farms

LUCE

A small farm providing pork, beef, lamb, chicken, turkeys, and eggs that are all raised on pasture and given a grass based diet.  734-347-0906  jerefarms.com  7557 W M28, Brimley Sweeten Farms  765-346-8183  sweetenhayfarm.com  12248 S Bound Rd, Dafter FARMERS MARKETS Brimley Bay Mills Farmers Market  906-248-8363  eatlocalfoods  11644 W Plantation Rd, Brimley

FARM Bee Wise Farms  906-291-3137  beewisefarms.com  10192 M28, Newberry

MACKINAC FARMERS MARKETS Bayside Farmers Market  906-643-6950  stignace.com  13 S State St, St. Ignace Les Cheneaux Farmers & Artisans Market  734-347-0906  Les Cheneaux Farmers Market  3207 W Cedar Rd, Hessel

Chamberlin's Ole Forest Inn  906-586-6000  chamberlinsinn.com  N9450 Manistique Lakes Rd, Curtis Chianti at Mission Point Resort  906-847-3000  missionpoint.com/restaurants  One Lakeshore Dr, Mackinac Island Les Cheneaux Distillers/Brewers & Eatery  906-484-1213  lescheneauxdistillers.com  172 S Meridian St, Cedarville

Backwoods Farm Market - Hessel  906-298-1060  Backwoods Farm Market  E1151 M-134, Hessel SPECIALTY PRODUCERS Les Cheneaux Coffee Roasters and Retea  616-212-7534  lescheneauxcoffeeroasters.com  33 E Hodeck, Cedarville Ryba's Fudge Shop  800-447-9227  ryba.com  7314 Main St, Mackinac Island

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THINK PAST THE BEEF

ALEX PALZEWICZ, Contributor

MEAT IN THE UPPER PENINSULA Lamb, goat, and rabbit have a lower environmental impact than larger livestock. Get a better understanding of what it’s like to raise smaller animals from these Upper Peninsula producers!

Lamb

Whitney Creek Farm Ironwood, MI

“Sheep are gentle, yet willful, and they have a way of touching one's heart,” Bobbie Nuce, coowner of Whitney Creek Farm, says. The hilly geography of the Western Upper Peninsula is the perfect place for Bobbie and her husband, John, to raise their flock of Icelandic sheep.

These sheep are gentle to handle and produce fast growing lambs. For example, a nine pound March lamb will grow to weigh 80-90 pounds by fall, on a diet of mother's milk and pasture grasses. The herd doesn’t need much in terms of infrastructure, but they are susceptible to parasites, so a basic understanding of pasture management and veterinary skills are important for success.

Lamb is a versatile, flavorful protein that can be used in most recipes that call for beef. According to Bobbie, “Olive oil, rosemary, and thyme are enough to make a lamb roast into something really special.”

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MAD Rabbits Daggett, MI

For the Baumlers, raising rabbits is an opportunity to connect as a family. Amanda Baumler began raising rabbits in the Upper Peninsula for 4-H over 30 years ago. Now with her daughter, Malorie, and husband, Denco, they raise 150-300 rabbits each year to the standard requirements of the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA). Together, they participate in national ARBA shows around the region, as well as local 4-H activities. They love to share their passion and knowledge with others looking to raise rabbits themselves.

Rabbits are an accessible agriculture project for folks new to raising livestock. Not only are they rapid producers, but they can also be raised in small, ventilated enclosures, like a garage, to protect them from the elements.

In the kitchen, rabbit is a great alternative for other braised or slow cooked proteins. The Baumlers recommend trying rabbit as a pulled BBQ sandwich or teriyaki marinated rabbit served with broccoli and rice.

Goat

Dead River Farm Negaunee, MI

Having goats was a childhood dream for Naomi Noordyk. Now the owner of Dead River Farm, she plans to double the size of her herd of Alpine dairy goats and Kiko goats in the next year.

Noordyk enjoys raising goats because they are easy to handle and good with children, while still creating a delicious end product.

For those interested in raising goats, she suggests investing in quality animals that are in good health and come from experienced breeders to alleviate issues in the long run.

In terms of diet, goat meat is lower in overall fat, saturated fat and cholesterol than beef or pork. Noordyk notes that it’s the only protein some of her customers are able to consume for health reasons. Fortunately, goat meat can be used as a star protein in many delicious dishes, such as stews, soups, and curries.

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A BOUNTIFUL JOURNEY 20 years ago, Groundwork helped ignite the local food movement in northern Michigan. Now, thanks to a gazillion partners, we enjoy one of the most acclaimed local food economies in America.

Celebrate this delicious anniversary! But first, thank a farmer ... and school food directors, restaurant owners, chefs, grocery store managers, farm market managers, boutique food processors, pantry managers, hospital food directors, local distributors, and home cooks, like you!

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Chestnut Mushroom Risotto AMY BACHHUBER,

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

6 oz. chestnut mushrooms, sliced

Heat stock in a saucepan and keep warm over low heat.

1 medium onion, diced

In a large skillet on medium, sauté mushrooms, onion and garlic in a little oil or butter until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 Tbsp lemon juice 2 tsp fresh thyme ½ cup white wine 1 cup Arborio rice 4 cups chicken or veggie stock

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GARNISH ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded

1 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

Add lemon juice, thyme and white wine, and reduce for 5 minutes. Add Arborio rice to the pan and cook while stirring regularly for about 1 minute.

Stirring constantly, add the stock ½ cup at a time, letting the liquid become absorbed by the rice between additions.

Serve and garnish with parsley and Parmesan.

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NATURAL. ETHICAL. LOCAL. Located just west of Ann Arbor, Vestergaard Farms is dedicated to supporting a healthy community and engaging the next generation in agriculture. They prioritize animal welfare through sustainable pasture management and operate an on-farm market that is jam-packed with seasonal products from over 35 makers. Visitors are not only encouraged to shop the market, but also to wander the fields to get back in touch with the land.

Vestergaard Farms’ new partnership with Willow Run Acres connects visitors of all ages to agriculture through the Farm to Table School. This partnership includes three educational gardens at Vestergaard Farm and produce production space:

THE WATCH ME GROW SENSORY GARDEN Food is fun and comes in many shapes, sizes, colors, and smells!

This garden allows kids (aged 2+) and families to explore food through all their senses. Get involved with the sensory garden by signing up for workshops or summer camp at willowrunacres.com.

THE ROBOTIC GARDEN Expanding in 2022, sponsored by the Rotary of Washtenaw County, this educational demonstration garden will show how a growing space can be watered, weeded, and maintained all from a laptop. Workshops offered.

THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD GARDEN This space explains the history of slavery and Black migration to the North through historically significant foods and seeds.

The garden also celebrates the agricultural achievements and ingenuity of Black people. Heirloom seeds from this space are saved and distributed in the community.

Bring the whole family out to Vestergaard Farms to meet the animals, learn something new, and stock up on local food!

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What is a CSA? It’s like subscribing to your favorite farm.

A Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program strengthens the local food economy by connecting consumers and producers. In a typical CSA model, consumers sign up for a subscription (share) then receive a weekly box of farm fresh products throughout the growing season. Throughout Michigan, CSA models vary in size, flexibility, and offerings because every farm runs their program differently.

With a CSA, everybody wins. Farmers benefit from a dependable revenue source and the opportunity to use upfront payments to cover annual costs, like seeds and tools. Subscribers get access to quality local food and a direct connection with a local farm.

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NORTHWEST ANTRIM FARMS Bluestem Farm  231-459-8968  bluestemfarm.net  4218 M 32, East Jordan Danu Hof  231-916-2517  danuhof.com  3775 Doerr Rd, Mancelona Duerksen Turkey Farm  231-587-8267  duerksenturkeyfarm.com  7214 M 66 Highway, Mancelona Farmer White's  231-632-1500  farmerwhites.com  11373 South US 31, Williamsburg Flynn Orchards  231-886-0416  flynnorchards.com  3728 Mancelona Rd, Mancelona

Rodger's Grass Fed Beef  231-633-0664  buylocalbeef.blogspot.com  9240 Cemetery Rd, Alden Royal Farms  231-599-3222  royalfarmsinc.com  10445 US 31, Ellsworth Witt Family Farm  231-544-2149  wittfamilyfarm.com  493 N Derenzy Rd, Central Lake FARMERS MARKETS Bellaire Farmers Market  231-350-8835  Bellaire Farmers Market  102 S Maple St, Bellaire Elk Rapids Farmers Market  231-264-8202  elkrapidschamber.org  305 US-31, Elk Rapids

Interwater Farms  231-264-8291  10877 US 31, Williamsburg

Torch Lake Co-op  231-676-3186  torchlakecoop.com  Online

King Orchards - Central Lake  231-544-6479  kingorchards.com  4620 North M-88, Central Lake

Mancelona Farmers Market  231-886-0416  mancelonafarmersmarket.com  25 N Williams St, Mancelona

King Orchards - Kewadin  231-544-6479  kingorchards.com  986 US 31 S, Kewadin Lee Family Farm  231-342-2385  Lee Family Farm  7357 Satterly Lake Rd, Mancelona Providence Organic Farm Market & Café

RETAIL STORES Alden's Mill House  800-226-5481  aldenmillhouse.com  10480 SE Torch Lake Rd, Alden Providence Organic Farm & Market  231-599-2020  providenceorganicfarm.com  5691 North M-88, Central Lake

BREWERIES Short's Brewing Bellaire Pub  231-498-2300 x 2  shortsbrewing.com  121 N Bridge St, Bellaire

FARMERS MARKETS Elberta Community Farmers Market  231-651-0000  Elberta Community Farmers Market  Penfold Park on Betsie Bay, Elberta

Short's Brewing Pull Barn  231-498-2300 x 101  shortsbrewing.com  211 Industrial Park Dr, Elk Rapids

Grow Benzie  231-882-9510  growbenzie.org  5885 Frankfort Hwy, Benzonia

WINERY BOS Wine Garden  231-498-2073  boswine.com  135 Ames St, Elk Rapids

RETAIL STORE Market Basket  231-882-5041  marketbasketbeulah.com  187 N Michigan Ave, Beulah

BENZIE FARMS Lost Lake Farm  231-709-7203  lostlakefarm.net  11664 Fewins Rd, Honor Norconk Farm  231-326-3540  10004 Aral Rd, Honor

DISTILLERY Iron Fish Distillery  231-378-3474  ironfishdistillery.com  14234 Dzuibanek Rd, Thompsonville MEADERY St. Ambrose Cellars  231-383-4262  stambrosecellars.com  841 S Pioneer Rd, Beulah

North Star Organics  231-352-4865  northstarorganics.com  1139 Forrester Rd, Frankfort Sleeping Bear Farms  231-882-4456  sleepingbearfarms.com  971 S Pioneer Rd, Beulah Up North Fields  231-260-1084  upnorthfields.com  823 Michigan Ave, Benzonia

Rooted  231-916-2520  rootedmi.com  520 S Williams St, Mancelona

Real farm-to-table organic café with espresso drinks, food, produce, grass-fed meats & MORE at our market. Year-round CSA farm!  231-599-2020  providenceorganicfarm.com  5691 North M-88, Central Lake

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RESTAURANT Terrain  231-350-7301  terrain-restaurant.com  213 N Bridge St, Bellaire

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FARM Lakeside Farm  231-675-6400  lakesidefarmboyne.com  06255 Zenith Heights Rd, Boyne City

FARMS Bear Creek Organic Farm  231-487-2791  bearcreekorganicfarm.com  4012 Atkins Rd, Petoskey

FARMERS MARKETS Boyne City Farmers Market  231-582-9009  boynecitymainstreet.com/ farmers-market-welcome  207 N Lake St, Boyne City Charlevoix Farmers Market  231-547-3253  charlevoixmi.gov/338/ farmers-market  East Park: 408 Bridge St, Charlevoix RETAIL STORES Cherry Republic Store - Charlevoix  231-437-3600  221 Bridge St, Charlevoix Oleson's Food Store - Charlevoix  231-547-6548  olesonsfoods.com  112 Antrim St, Charlevoix SPECIALTY PRODUCER Lake Charlevoix Coffee Company  231-497-6497  lakecharlevoixcoffeeco.com  202 S Lake St, Boyne City

Black Barn Farm  231-526-2486  blackbarnfarmcv.wixsite.com/bianchi  6241 N State Rd, Harbor Springs Coveyou Scenic Farm Market  231-347-4056  coveyouscenicfarm.com  4160 US 131 South, Petoskey Local Eats Delivery  231-539-8203  localeatsdelivery.com  8492 Robinson Rd, Harbor Springs Open Sky Farm  231-675-5452  openskyorganicfarm.com  5200 Zmikly Rd, Pellston Pitchfork Farms  231-622-2870  Pitchfork Farms  2140 Lake Grove Rd, Petoskey Ziibimijwang Farm  231-881-3040  ziibimijwang.com  5055 E Gill Rd, Carp Lake FARMERS MARKETS Gypsy Farms' Market  231-881-6008  gypsyvodka.com  5251 Charlevoix Ave, Petoskey Harbor Springs Farmers Market  231-268-8990  harborspringsfarmersmarket.org  4946 Lower Shore Dr, Harbor Springs Old Town Emmet Farm Market  231-347-3434  oldtownemmetfarmmarket.com  Friendship Center: 1322 Anderson Rd, Petoskey

WINERIES Crooked Vine Vineyard & Winery  231-203-4790  crookedvinewine.com  8370 Lakeview Rd, Alanson Maple Moon Sugarbush & Winery  231-487-9058  mmsyrup.com  4454 Atkins Rd, Petoskey RESTAURANTS City Park Grill  231-347-0101  cityparkgrill.com  432 E Lake St, Petoskey

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Julienne Tomatoes  231-439-9250  juliennetomatoes.com  421 Howard St, Petoskey Palette Bistro  231-348-3321  palettebistro.com  321 Bay St, Petoskey POUR Kitchen & Bar  231-881-9800  pourpetoskey.com  422 E Mitchell St, Petoskey Roast & Toast Coffee & Cafe  231-347-7767  roastandtoast.com  309 E Lake St, Petoskey RETAIL STORE Oleson's Food Store - Petoskey  231-439-9911  olesonsfoods.com  2000 N US 31, Petoskey SPECIALTY PRODUCERS Maple Moon Sugarbush & Winery  231-487-9058  mmsyrup.com  4454 Atkins Rd, Petoskey Plath's Meats - Petoskey  231-348-8100  2200 E Mitchell St, Petoskey

Petoskey Farmers Market  231-347-4150  petoskeychamber.com/pages/ downtown-petoskey-farmers-market  401 E Mitchell St, Petoskey FOOD TRUCK Happy's Taco Shop  231-330-9408  happystacoshop.com  The Back Lot: 425 Michigan St, Petoskey

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NORTHWEST GRAND TRAVERSE FARMS Anavery Fine Foods Meat CSA  231-631-5892  anavery.com  6071 Secor Rd, Traverse City Buchan's Blueberry Hill  231-223-4846  buchansblueberryhill.com  1472 Nelson Rd, Traverse City Gallagher Centennial Farm  231-218-0771  gallagherfarms.com  5904 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City

Morganic Permaculture Farm  231-492-5175  morganicfarm.com  8040 M-113 E, Fife Lake Peak Season CSA  906-322-1631  peakseasoncsa.com  17017 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City

Grand Traverse Area Children's Garden  231-335-1060  childrensgardentc.org  536 Woodmere Ave, Traverse City Great Lakes Garlic Farm  231-598-0802  greatlakesgarlicfarm.com  7269 County Rd 633, Buckley Groleau's Farm Market

Stroll through lavender fields, perennial flower gardens, strawberry patches, and a gift shop with homemade products, cookies, and ice cream.  231-223-4235  bryssecretgarden.com  3309 Blue Water Rd, Traverse City The Rehmann Farm  231-922-7313  Rehmann Farm  1056 Smith Rd, Traverse City Third Coast Fruit Co Cherry U-Pick  cherryupick.com  555 Wilson Rd, Traverse City

Warren Orchards: Between the Bays In-season fruits & vegetables, soups, pies, our signature canned fruits, vegetables, salsas, sauces & regular or sugar free jams.  231-929-9654  groleaus.com  2100 Hammond Rd E, Traverse City

Local Yokels Farm  231-223-7900  localyokelsfarm.com  13130 Center Rd, Traverse City

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Bubbie's Bagels  231-252-3587  bubbiesbagelstc.com  1215 E Front St, Traverse City Cuppa Joe Café  231-947-7730  cuppajoetc.com  1200 W 11th St, Ste. 101, Traverse City Edson Farms Deli & Juice Bar  231-941-5221  edsonfarms.com  835 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City

Secret Garden at Brys Estate

Up North Heritage Farm  231-655-0554  upnorthheritagefarm.com  8105 Hawley Rd, Williamsburg

Hall Farms  231-946-2985  Hall Farms  8118 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City

Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market

SEEDS Educational Farm  231-947-0312  ecoseeds.org  1500 Red Dr, Traverse City

Gray's Fruit  231-590-1287  Gray's Fruit  1800 Gray Rd, Traverse City Golden Bee Farm  248-572-3662  goldenbeefarm.com  5024 Lackey Rd, Williamsburg

FARMERS MARKETS Kingsley Farmers Market  231-620-3297  KingsleyMarket  Brownson Memorial Park: 205 S Brownson Ave, Kingsley

5th generation family-owned & farmed. Offering high quality local fruits, vegetables, honey, jam, syrup & much more!  231-590-2363  betweenthebaystc.com  8169 Center Rd, Traverse City

The largest growers market in Northwest Michigan, in the heart of Downtown Traverse City.  231-922-2050  downtowntc.com  Cass St & Grandview Pkwy, Traverse City

Oryana Café

The Village at Grand Traverse Commons Farmers Market  231-941-1900  thevillagetc.com  830 Cottageview Dr, Traverse City

Oryana café offers freshly made beverages, sandwiches, salads, and baked goods including vegan and wheat free options.  231-947-0191  oryana.coop  260 E 10th St, Traverse City

FOOD TRUCKS Archie's Food Truck  989-745-5233  archiesfresh.com  Workshop Brewing Company: 221 Garland St, Traverse City Happy's Taco Shop  231-330-9408  happystacoshop.com  The Little Fleet: 448 E Front St, Traverse City

Rad.ish Street Food Vegan Pop-Up  rad-ishstreetfood.com  Stone Hound Brewing Co.: 3593 Bunker Hill Rd, Williamsburg S2S Sugar 2 Salt  231-492-4616  sugar2salt.com  1371 Gray Dr, Ste. 300, Traverse City Spanglish

RESTAURANTS Amical  231-941-8888  amical.com  229 E Front St, Traverse City Artisan Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern  231-421-2150  artisantc.com  615 E Front St, Traverse City Benedict  231-421-1000  benedicttc.com  237 Lake Ave, Traverse City

Fresh from scratch Mexican food available dine in or carryout.  231-943-1453  spanglishtc.com  1333 Yellow Dr, Traverse City Taproot Cider House  231-943-2500  taproottc.com  300 E Front St, Traverse City

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RESTAURANTS The Cooks' House  231-946-8700  cookshousetc.com  115 Wellington St, Traverse City The Little Fleet  231-943-1116  thelittlefleet.com  448 E Front St, Traverse City

BREWERIES / KOMBUCHA Cultured Kombucha Co.  231-445-5035  drinkcultured.com  3842 Jupiter Cresent Dr, Traverse City Earthen Ales  231-252-4270  earthenales.com  1371 Gray Dr, Ste 200, Traverse City Rare Bird Brewpub

Oryana Community Co-op Dedicated to making exquisite, estate grown, red and white wine on Old Mission Peninsula.  231-938-6116  marivineyards.com  8175 Center Rd, Traverse City Rove Estate Vineyard & Winery

RETAIL STORES Benjamin Twiggs Cherry Goods  231-947-0208  benjamintwiggs.com  1213 E Front St, Traverse City Burritt's Fresh Markets

Traverse City's Brewpub & Taproom offering award winning beer, amazing craft cocktails and some of the best food in town.  231-943-2053  rarebirdbrewpub.com  229 Lake Ave, Traverse City

WINERIES Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery  231-223-9303  brysestate.com  3309 Blue Water Rd, Old Mission Peninsula Chateau Chantal Winery & Inn  231-223-4110  chateauchantal.com  15900 Rue de Vin, Old Mission Peninsula Left Foot Charley  231-995-0500  leftfootcharley.com  806 Red Dr, Traverse City

Bloom Wildcraft  989-413-1845  bloomwildcraft.com  Traverse City Food For Thought A community-owned grocery stocking local produce, high quality groceries & vitamins and freshly made food & beverages.  231-947-0191  oryana.coop  260 E 10th St, Traverse City Oryana West

The perfect stop along your Sleeping Bear Dunes journey, and only 6 miles from downtown Traverse City, at highest point of the Leelanau Peninsula.  231-421-7001  roveestate.com  7007 E Traverse Hwy (M-72), Traverse City

Gourmet Groceries, Angus Beef, Fresh Seafood, Produce, Cheeses, Knowledgeable Wine Staff.  231-946-3300  burrittsmarket.com  509 W Front St, Traverse City Edson Farms Natural Foods  231-941-5221  edsonfarms.com  835 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City Cherry Republic Store Traverse City  231-932-9205  cherryrepublic.com  154 E Front St, Traverse City Oleson's Food Store - TC Plaza East  231-941-9000  olesonsfoods.com  1100 E Hammond Rd, Traverse City

SPECIALTY PRODUCERS Bear Earth Herbals  231-620-3297  bearearthherbals.com  Kingsley

Their second community-owned location on Traverse City’s west side, stocking even more local produce, high quality groceries & vitamins and freshly made food & beverages.  231-486-2491  oryana.coop  3587 Marketplace Circle, Traverse City Tom's Food Market - 14th Street  231-946-4115  toms-foodmarkets.com  1201 S Division, Traverse City Tom's Food Market - East Bay  231-947-7175  toms-foodmarkets.com  738 Munson Ave, Traverse City Tom's Food Market - Interlochen  231-944-1552  toms-foodmarkets.com  9475 Market Dr, Interlochen

Creators of small-batch organic and clean-label specialty foods.

Handcrafted in Traverse City.  231-326-5444  foodforthought.net  7738 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City Grand Traverse Sauce Company  877-251-3383  gtsauceco.com  1125 E 8th St, Traverse City Great Lakes Potato Chips  231-944-4049  greatlakespotatochips.com  6806 E Traverse Hwy, Traverse City Hilbert's Honey Co.  231-252-4569  hilbertshoneyco.com  3555 5 Mile Rd, Traverse City Natural Northern Foods  231-360-3131  naturalnorthernfoods.com  5805 Sunset View Dr, Traverse City Northwoods Soda  231-267-5853  northwoodssoda.com  5450 Broomhead Rd, Williamsburg

Tom's Food Market - West Bay  231-947-7290  toms-foodmarkets.com  13940 S West Bay Shore Dr, Traverse City

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FOOD HUB SEEDS Educational Farm  231-947-0312  ecoseeds.org  1500 Red Dr, Traverse City

Oleson's Food Store - TC Plaza West  231-947-6510  olesonsfoods.com  3850 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City

NORTHWEST LEELANAU FARMS 9 Bean Rows  231-271-6658  9beanrows.com  9000 E Duck Lake Rd, Suttons Bay Alchemy Farms  760-518-7953  plantedcuisine.com/alchemy-farms  Maple City Bakkers Acres  231-620-4260  bakkersacres@yahoo.com  2677 N Setterbo Rd, Suttons Bay Bardenhagen Berries/Homestead Hill CSA  231-271-3026  bardenhagenberries.com  7990 E Horn Rd, Lake Leelanau Bardenhagen Farms  231-218-3199  bardenhagenfarms.com  7881 E Pertner Rd, Suttons Bay Bluebird Farm and Gardens  248-892-6402  bluebirdfarmandgardens.com  10750 S Fredrickson Rd, Empire

Jelinek Orchards  231-271-3774  5282 N Jelinek Rd, Northport

RETAIL STORES Anderson's Glen Arbor Market  231-334-3149  andersonsglenarbor.com  6545 Western Ave, Glen Arbor

La Casa Verde Produce  231-228-2186  LaCasa Verde Produce  8202 S Schomberg Rd, Cedar Lakeview Hill Farm  231-590-4661  lakeviewhillfarm.com  8608 E Lakeview Hills Rd, Traverse City

WINERIES Brengman Brothers at Crain Hill Vineyard  231-421-5611  brengmanbrothers.com  9720 S Center Highway, Traverse City

Leelanau Peninsula Maple Sugarbush  231-632-8650  leelanaumaplesugarbush.com  10361 E Melkild Rd, Northport Light of Day Organics Tea Farm  231-228-7234  lightofdayorganics.com  3502 E Traverse Hwy, Traverse City Meadowlark Farm  231-256-6980  meadowlarkfarmcsa.com  6350 Lingaur Rd, Lake Leelanau MI Farm Co-op

Forest Garden Organic Farm  231-228-6497  2272 W Burdickville Rd, Maple City Gallagher's Farm Market

Open seasonally June-October, with local and homegrown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, specialty foods and a barnyard.  231-947-1689  gallaghersfarmmarkettc.com  7237 E Traverse Hwy, Traverse City Hallstedt Homestead  317-440-9273  hhcherries.net  8227 N Matheson Rd, Northport Heartwood Forest Farm  231-492-5002  heartwoodforestfarm.com  1805 E Kasson Rd, Cedar

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Providing quality local food through year-long CSA shares and top-notch wholesale products!  313-549-0658  mifarmcoop.org  Northwest Michigan

RESTAURANTS 9 Bean Rows Market & Deli  231-271-6658  9beanrows.com  9000 E Duck Lake Rd, Suttons Bay Farm Club  231-252-3079  farmclubtc.com  10051 S Lake Leelanau Dr, Traverse City Good Harbor Grill  231-334-3555  goodharborgrill.com  6584 Western Ave, Glen Arbor Martha's Leelanau Table  231-271-2344  marthasleelanautable.com  413 N St. Joseph St, Suttons Bay The Riverside Inn  231-256-9971  theriverside-inn.com  302 River St, Leland

The Lively Farm  231-360-7049  thelivelyfarm.com  3805 W Empire Hwy, Empire  9990 S Bow Rd, Maple City TLC Farms  231-271-4754  tlcfarmtotable.com  4030 N Setterbo Rd, Suttons Bay BREWERY Farm Club  231-252-3079  farmclubtc.com  10051 S Lake Leelanau Dr, Traverse City

MAWBY Sparkling Wines  231-271-3522  mawby.wine  4519 S Elm Valley Rd, Suttons Bay

FOOD TRUCK Fried  @friedfoodtrucknmi  @Fried_foodtruck  Glen Arbor

Cherry Republic Store - Glen Arbor  231-334-3150  cherryrepublic.com  6026 S Lake St, Glen Arbor Tom's Food Market - Northport  231-386-5721  toms-foodmarkets.com  105 Nagonaba St, Northport SPECIALTY PRODUCERS Greenetown Foods  231-922-2353  greenetownfoods.com  13414 S West Bayshore Dr, Traverse City Grocer's Daughter Chocolate

The perfect stop for chocolate lovers!

All chocolates made using wholesome ingredients and locally sourced when possible.  231-326-3030  grocersdaughter.com  11590 S Lacore Rd, Empire Idyll Farms

Certified Humane® goat creamery and farmstead producing award winning goat cheeses. Seasonal tours by reservation only.  231-386-7823  idyllfarms.com  10901 E Peterson Park Rd, Northport

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FARMS Hangry Hens Farm  641-330-6210  hangryhenfarms.com  591 Cool Rd, Kalkaska

FARMS BrixStone Farms  715-892-2727  brixstonefarms.com  11240 Milarch Rd, Bear Lake

FARMS Maple Leaf Farm & Creamery  231-826-4628  mimapleleaffarm.com  3060 S 9 Mile Rd, Falmouth

FARMS 3rd Day Farm & Farmers Market  231-884-8285  3rddayfarm.com  3234 S La Chance Rd, Lake City

Old Hickory Beefalo Farm  989-390-4574  oldhickorybeefalofarm.com  10598 Fletcher Rd SE, Fife Lake

Brown's Poplar Ridge Orchards  231-889-3513  brownshoney@yahoo.com  12482 Milarch Rd, Bear Lake

S&S Lamb  231-826-4400  sandslamb.us  4020 West Blue Rd, McBain

Forest & Farm  231-920-2971  forestandfarm.us  11978 W Watergate Rd, Cadillac

FARMERS MARKET Kalkaska Farmers Market

Calvin Lutz Farms  231-889-5594  calvinlutzfarms.com  8576 Chief Rd, Kaleva

Top Acres  231-667-0085  topacres.eatfromfarms.com  2450 W Meyering Rd, Marion

FARMERS MARKET Cadillac Farmers Market

Z&N Farm  707-672-5118  zenfarmllc.com  9740 Chief Rd, Bear Lake The freshest, locally grown produce, meats, baked treats, hand crafted goods & rotating market activities all summer!  231-258-3307  kalkaskaconservation.org/ farmers-market  353 S Cedar St, Kalkaska

FARMERS MARKET Manistee Farmers Market  manisteekitchen.org/farmers-market  260 Saint Mary’s Parkway, Manistee BREWERY North Channel Brewing  231-299-1020  northchannelbrewing.com  86 Washington St, Manistee WINERY/CIDERY Northern Natural Cider House & Winery  231-889-0064  northernnaturalwinery.com  7220 Chief Rd, Kaleva RETAIL STORE Brown's Poplar Ridge Orchards Market  231-889-3513  12482 Milarch Rd, Bear Lake SPECIALTY PRODUCER Cooper Family Spreads  231-735-6363  12124 Griffith Rd, Brethren

RESTAURANT 2 The Moon Bakery  231-295-1238  2themoonbakery.com  100 N Main St, Lake City RETAIL STORE Ebels General Store  231-826-3333  ebelsgeneralstore.com  420 E Prosper Rd, Falmouth

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60 booths: local crops, fruits, meats, bakeries, art, music, food trucks, kids' acts. Tue & Fri 9a-3p, EBT accepted.  231-920-2971  cadillacfarmersmarket.org  117 W Cass St, Cadillac

SPECIALTY PRODUCER Brinks Family Creamery  231-826-0099  Brinks Family Creamery  3560 E Mulder Rd, McBain

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VERMICOMPOSTING Michigan Worm Works  734-276-5899  michiganwormworks.com  1965 Pine Creek Rd, Manistee

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PAIRINGS Burritt’s Fresh Market is your one stop local shop for gourmet groceries in Northern Michigan. Since 1987, this Traverse City shop has prided itself on its large fresh seafood selection, antibiotic-free beef, fresh produce, and a knowledgeable wine staff. Check out their perfect seasonal pairings.

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Seasonal Risotto Asparagus Leek Goat Cheese

There’s a new dish at Burritt’s and it’s time we introduced you. Meet our latest creation, designed to give you a break in the kitchen and a scoop of flavor: Seasonal Risotto! Flavors rotate based on seasonal produce and this spring, we’re featuring an Asparagus Leek & Goat Cheese risotto to celebrate Asparagus season.

Suggested Pairing: Peridot by Bos Wine of Elk Rapids Wine Type: White wine made with Valvin Muscat, a local hybrid varietal

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Flavor Profile: Mineral driven, zesty citrus rind, with a bright dry herbal finish

BBQ Salmon & Cider We’re Spilling the Secret

Have you ever tried our House Smoked Salmon Jerky? It’s a customer favorite; we make 50lbs every week! Smoked and seasoned in house with a dry BBQ rub, it’s the perfect addition to salads, breakfast, road trip snacks, and adds a twist to your charcuterie board. You can even pack it for a quick snack while cycling around the area. When you don’t feel like cooking, add a piece to your Caesar Salad. Ready for the secret? Hard Cider and BBQ are BFFs! Hard cider combines the refreshing bubbles of beer with the flavor nuances of wine into a delicious beverage.

Charcuterie Boards Playing with your Food

Cider Type: A crisp, hard cider made from heirloom apples of the same name

Charcuterie refers specifically to cold, cooked meats but has evolved into a more general term for a dish consisting of cheeses, cured meat, fruits, crackers, and antipasto. When planning your Charcuterie dish, we recommend starting with a few foundational flavors and building around those.

Flavor Profile: Spitzenburg has bright bubbles, warm golden fruit, and an earthy finish reminiscent of warm summer evenings

Raclette from Leelanau Cheese is a great starter cheese due

Suggested Pairing: Left Foot Charley’s Spitzenburg, grown in Northern Michigan

to its creamy, mild taste. It has a semi-soft texture that holds shape well and melts easily for a traditional Alpine pairing with pickled onions and cornichons (a great appetizer). Use Raclette on your next board and spoon some Food For Thought Michigan Blueberry preserve along with a glass of wine.

Suggested Pairing: Mari Vineyards Totus Porcus from Old Mission Peninsula Wine Type: A full bodied white with an Alsatian flavor profile Flavor Profile: Stone fruit, lakeside minerality, and enough acidity on the finish to balance the creaminess of the Raclette

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MANGALITSA PORK CHOPS W I T H T R AV E R S E C I T Y

C H E R RY B A L S A M I C S AU C E Cherries and pork chops sure are a winning combination — especially here in Traverse City, the cherry capital of the world! Sour or sweet cherries both make this dish delicious. Make sure you pick our local pride and store some cherries in the freezer for those winter nights.

This recipe is a perfect combo of sweet 'n tangy and made in one pan for easy clean up!

MELISSA WEIREMA,

Up North Heritage Farm, Williamsburg

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

2 thick pork chops

Heat a heavy duty pan on medium high.

1 shallot, chopped

Season pork chops with salt and 1 cup sour cherries, pitted and pepper. Sear chops. Start by chopped (sweet cherries also work standing them up on the fat cap, with reduced sugar) then brown all sides and remove 1-2 Tbsp brown sugar (adjust chops from the pan. depending on tartness of cherries) In the same pan, cook shallots 3/4 tsp thyme (increase if using for 2 minutes. Stir in cherries fresh) and brown sugar, mashing cherries further with a spoon.

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar Add balsamic vinegar, salt, pinch of salt pepper and thyme, stir. dash of black pepper Add pork chops back to pan and place in a 300° F oven. Cook for 10-15 minutes, checking temperature after 8 minutes, until medium rare, remove and let rest.

Serve pork chop with sauce on top and enjoy! Pairs well with a riesling or red wine.

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A Michigan wine for every occasion.

Whether you’re sipping in celebration, or simply celebrating a weeknight, there’s a Michigan wine to match.

Michigan is home to over 3,000 acres of wine-producing grape vineyards, so there’s a wide variety of bottles to try.

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NORTHEAST ALCONA FARMS Leeseberg Farms  989-736-8655  leesebergfarms.com  2676 E Procunier Rd, Harrisville Wandering Winds Farm  989-335-3669  wanderingwindsfarm.com  6196 F 41, Spruce White Barn Gardens  989-724-5077  White Barn Gardens  4299 M-72, Harrisville RETAIL STORE Kris Mart  989-736-8027  KrisMart  863 N Barlow Rd, Lincoln

ALPENA FARMS B&B Farms: Michigan Grass-Fed Beef  989-590-7544  thegoodnessofgrass.com  Farm Store: 9545 Cathro Rd, Alpena Bixel Family Farm  989-464-2757  9750 Taylor Hawks Rd, Herron Class Designs by Doreen Thomas  989-657-5345  doreenthomas.com  113 Riverview Dr, Lachine Coop Creations  989-255-4440  Coop Creations  13699 Spruce Rd, Spruce Falls Creek Produce and Flowers  989-255-8708  fallscreekmi.com  4754 Haken Rd, Alpena Grace Acres  989-379-1069  graceacres5@gmail.com  7369 Wallace Rd, Alpena

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Shubert Family Homestead  989-255-7175  shubertfamily.com  1602 W Nicholson Hill Rd, Ossineke

Red Brick Tap & Barrel  989-340-2175  redbricktap.com  109 River St, Alpena

Standen Acres  989-657-0811  standenacres.grazecart.com  6859 Dietz Rd, Alpena

The Black Sheep  989-356-3076  black-sheep-pub.business.site  113 S Second Ave, Alpena

The Mushroom Man  989-884-3662  themushroommanllc@hotmail.com  The Mushroom Man

The Court Yard Ristorante  989-356-9511  courtyardristorante.com  2024 US-23 South, Alpena

The Veggie Cart at the Alpena Senior Center  989-356-3585  alpenaseniors.com  501 River St, Alpena

The Fresh Palate  989-358-1400  freshpalategourmet.com  109 N 2nd Ave, Alpena

Zdrowy Farms  313-682-1298  Zdrowy Farms  9503 Salina Rd, Posen

RETAIL STORES Art in the Loft  989-356-4877  artintheloft.org  109 N 2nd Ave, Alpena

FARMERS MARKETS Alpena Farmers Market  989-356-5995  alpenafarmersmarket.com  Mich-e-kew-is Park: 1302 S State Ave, Alpena

Galley Sweet Shop  989-340-0323  Galley Sweet Shop  102 W Washington Ave, Alpena

Male's Grocery & Marketplace  989-340-1913  Male's Grocery  6811 Long Rapids Rd, Alpena CIDERY Presque Isle Farm Cider  presqueislefarmcider@gmail.com  presqueislefarm.com  205 W Chisholm, Alpena RESTAURANTS Austin Brothers Beer Company  989-340-2300  austinbrosbeerco.com  821 W Miller St, Alpena Hungry Hippie  989-340-1482  hungry-hippie.com  510 N Ripley Blvd, Alpena Latitudes Tavern  989-354-2624  latitudestavernmi.com  307 W Chisholm St, Alpena

Kipfmiller's Produce and Meats  989-356-2412  Kipfmiller's Produce  2584 US-23 S, Alpena Male's Grocery & Marketplace

North Country Candy and Gifts

A quaint candy and gift shop specializing in homemade treats, caramel corn and Hubbard Lake coffee. Also serving Ashby’s Ice Cream.  989-354-8231  northcountrycandyandgifts.com  1045 N Bagley St, Alpena Perch's IGA  989-354-4012  perchsiga.com  1025 US-23 North, Alpena SPECIALTY PRODUCERS Briar Hill Bake House  989-255-8504  briarhillbakehouse@gmail.com  Briar Hill Bake House Dreyer Hill Farm  989-370-8114  Dreyer Hill Farm  17295 M32 W, Hillman

Opened in 1906, this 5th generation family-owned market has a focus on Michigan made & locally grown products.  989-340-1913  Male's Grocery  6811 Long Rapids Rd, Alpena Marine Market  989-354-5505  Marine Market  515 S Ripley Blvd, Alpena

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CHEBOYGAN FARMS Bur's Farm Market  231-627-5955  Bur's Farm Market  4010 Riggsville Rd, Cheboygan Ganderponics  989-332-4944  Ganderponics  13178 Weadock Rd, Cheboygan Golden River Orchard  231-420-2565  Golden River Orchard  2250 White Cedar Rd, Cheboygan

Josie's Corner (Farm Stand)  231-357-5158  Josie's Corner  Corner of S. Black River Rd & M-68 crossing M-33, Onaway Resonance Center Farm  231-445-2406  resonancecenterfarm.com  6773 North M-33, Cheboygan Serendipity Farms  231-357-4001  serendipity-farms.com  3741 Grange Hall Rd, Wolverine FARMERS MARKETS Cheboygan Farmers Market  cheboyganfarmersmarket@gmail.com  cheboyganfarmersmarket.blogspot.com  Festival Square: 401 N Main St, Cheboygan RESTAURANT Audie's Restaurant & The Chippewa Room  231-436-5744  audies.com  314 N Nicolet St, Mackinaw City RETAIL STORES Minogin Market  231-427-7001  Minogin Market  229 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City Serendipity Farms  231-357-4001  serendipity-farms.com  3741 Grange Hall Rd, Wolverine

SPECIALTY PRODUCER Sweet Blossom Honey  231-548-5145  Sweet Blossom Honey  9084 Parke Rd, Alanson

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FARMS Britt Family Pure Maple Syrup  989-362-0084  brittmaplesyrup.com  155 N Greenwood Rd, Tawas City

FARMS Applebee Farm  989-745-8474  etsy.com/shop/ApplebeeFarm  2064 Applebee Lane, Fairview

Frontier Farms  989-312-3964  michiganfrontierfarms.com  2073 S M-65, Whittemore

Ed's Maple Syrup  989-370-0604  edsmaplesyrup@gmail.com  781 N Abbe Rd, Fairview

Tawas Blueberry Farm

Schmucker Organic Family Farm Maple Syrup

CRAWFORD FARMERS MARKET Grayling Farmers Market  989-348-2131  cityofgrayling.org/farmers_market  City Park Pavilion, Grayling RESTAURANTS Michigan Brew  989-348-2739  mibrewgrayling.com  106 E Michigan Ave, Grayling Paddle Hard Brewing  989-745-6388  paddlehardbrewing.com  227 E Michigan Ave, Grayling RETAIL STORES Nature's Nest Natural Foods/ Camp Cuisine  989-348-5491  campcuisine.org  2590 Camp Au Sable Dr, Grayling Tip'n The Mitten  989-745-4571  tipnthemitten.com  212 E Michigan Ave, Grayling

Celebrating over 60 years of blueberries! Check the website and social media for opening day of this U-Pick farm.  989-362-4638  tawasblueberries.com  838 Leggett Rd, Tawas City RESTAURANT Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery  989-984-5233  boathousebeerco.com  450 W Lake St, Tawas City

 989-826-5453  localdifference.org/partner/ schmucker-organic-family-farm  371 W Kneeland Rd, Mio RETAIL STORE The Farmers' Creamery  989-826-8368  localdifference.org/blog/ amish-country-in-ne-michigan/  50 W Kittle, Mio

OGEMAW WINERY Country Corner Winery  989-965-6395  Country Corner Winery  2498 N M-33, Rose City

White Pine & Petals  989-344-8700  whitepineandpetals.com  109 Ottawa St, Grayling SPECIALTY PRODUCER Coffee by Steph  989-459-1888  coffeebysteph.com  223 E Michigan Ave, Grayling

100% Michigan Organic Maple Syrup, all natural, harvested on an 88 acre Certified Organic Farm established in 1980, open Mon-Sat.

OTSEGO FARMS Alpine Forest Farm  989-614-5212  alpineforestfarm.com  7101 Sparr Rd, Gaylord Cook Family Farm  989-731-1332  cookfamilyfarm.com  4282 Hayes Tower Rd, Gaylord Rolling R Farm  989-370-0951  Rolling R Farm  2440 N Old 27, Gaylord

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RESTAURANT Bennethum's Northern Inn  989-732-9288  bennethums.com  3917 Old US 27 South, Gaylord 43

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Harvest Thyme Farm  231-420-2656  harvestthymefarm.com  4848 Indian Trail Rd, Cheboygan

FISHERY Big Stone Bay Fishery  231-436-4144  Big Stone Bay Fishery  10975 US-23, Mackinaw City

NORTHEAST PRESQUE ISLE FARMS Bonz Beach Farms  989-326-0895  Bonz Beach Farms  20706 Bonz Beach Hwy, Onaway Knaebe's Mmmunchy Krunchy Apple Farm & Ciderworks  989-657-0141  mmmunchykrunchyapplefarm.com  2621 S Karsten Rd, Rogers City New Sun Farm  989-306-2730  New Sun Farm  7436 M 68 Hwy, Rogers City Presque Isle Farm  971-322-6226  presqueislefarm.com  11386 Bolton Rd, Posen

FARMERS MARKET Rogers City Farmers Market  989-734-4977  Rogers City Farmers Market  146 E Erie St, Rogers City RESTAURANT Sand Bay Trading Co. and Woody's Grand Lake  989-595-0242  Sand Bay Trading Co. and Woody's Grand Lake  14313 E 638, Presque Isle Up North 23 Restaurant and Lounge  989-734-2323  upnorth23.com  530 N 3rd St, Rogers City CIDERY Knaebe's Mmmunchy Krunchy Apple Farm & Ciderworks  989-657-0141  mmmunchykrunchyapplefarm.com  2621 S Karsten Rd, Rogers City

RETAIL STORES

ROSCOMMON

M-211 Mercantile Co.

FARMERS MARKET Roscommon Village Market  989-745-2940  Roscommon Village Market  211 Main St, Roscommon

The M211 Mercantile, locally known as “the Purple Store” is a thoughtful collection of the homemade, homegrown, and homebaked.  989-733-4274  M-211 Mercantile Co.  2036 N M211 Hwy, Onaway Plath's Meats - Rogers City  989-734-2232  plathsmeats.com  116 S 3rd St, Rogers City Sand Bay Trading Post Co. and Woody's Grand Lake  989-595-0242  Sand Bay Trading Post Co.  14313 E Hwy 638, Presque Isle Woodland Confectionary  989-474-9209  woodlandconfectionary.com  179 N 3rd St, Rogers City

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RETAIL STORE White Pine & Petals  989-275-4855  whitepineandpetals.com  700 Lake St, Roscommon

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M A C K I N A C

Sunset Sour LUCAS CLYNE & JUSTIN BARTELS,

The Carriage House at Hotel Iroquois, Mackinac Island

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

2 oz. Detroit City rye whiskey

Add whiskey, lemon juice and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

Shake until chilled.

1 oz. fresh squeezed lemon juice (optional) 1 egg white

Optional: For additional richness, add one egg white to the above ingredients and dry shake (without ice) in the cocktail shaker for 30 seconds. Then add ice and shake until chilled.

1 oz. fruity red wine

Strain into rocks glass filled with ice.

GARNISH

Slowly pour red wine over the back of a spoon, held just above the glass, to create a surface layer.

1/2 oz. simple syrup

2 Traverse City Whiskey Co. premium cocktail cherries skewered on a cocktail pick

Add cocktail cherry garnish. Enjoy.

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CONNECTING THE DOTS OF • M I C H I G A N ’ S F O O D S YS T E M • TRICIA PHELPS, CEO

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Consider for a moment, how a container of milk got on to your grocery store’s shelf. That milk started at the farm, was processed, delivered, then stocked by hand all before you could even buy it. This multi-step process to get a product to the customer is what makes up the supply chain.

There is a vast network of people and businesses involved in this chain from start to finish, all with significant relationships to one another. Once the logistics have been fine tuned, a rhythm is formed between suppliers and sellers and it can be difficult for small or new food businesses to even be considered or get an introduction. That's where Taste the Local Difference comes in: we make connections between food businesses and larger markets to reroute the traditional supply chain.

Using milk as the example again, we established new relationships for The Farmers’ Creamery, an Amish-owned and operated milk supplier in Mio, MI, who wanted to increase sales of their product through more retail locations in the Detroit area. This resulted in an entirely new distribution route for their milk, butter, and drinkable yogurt products, with 12-15 new retail outlets and a 20% increase in sales.

Even with previously existing supplier relationships, TLD initiated change by communicating the value proposition of local food and positioning our

partners’ products as the clear solution.

When a person or organization, like TLD, has a hand in shifting the supply chain to a local alternative it is often called Value Chain Coordination.

Since we exist at the intersection between buyers and sellers of local food, TLD has the unique skill set and relationships to influence Michigan’s supply chain. As The Farmers' Creamery adds additional products over the next 6 months and expands their distribution throughout the state, they will continue to make those new connections through TLD. The same can be said for our partner SampleCart in Detroit, who offers free product samples for a chef to try before buying. TLD connected them to dozens of chefs and suppliers to support their growth and we continue to do so today.

“We choose to work with TLD because there is no other organization we’re aware of that has the level of relationships within the local food communities in Michigan,” says Chris Idema, co-founder of SampleCart.

The team at TLD will tell you that our core value of building authentic relationships is the one that resonates with us most. Whether we’re communicating the importance of knowing where your food comes from or connecting the dots in our local food system, you’ll see this value in action.

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FARM Backus Farms  989-324-7326  2300 Sanak Dr, Pinconning

FARMS Huffman's Homestead  810-447-0024  huffmanshomestead.com  10374 Lennon Rd, Swartz Creek

FARMERS MARKETS

FARMS Agape Organic Farm  517-604-0739  agapeorganicfarms.com  1905 E Dexter Trail, Dansville

FARMERS MARKET Auburn Farmers Market  989-225-0129  auburnfm.com  200 Jaycees Dr, Auburn

Montrose Orchards  810-639-6971  montroseorchards.com  12473 Seymour Rd, Montrose

RESTAURANTS MI Table  989-778-1079  MI Table Bay City  213 Center Ave, Bay City Barney's BakeHouse Bakery  989-778-2213  barneysbakehouse.com  421 S Van Buren St, Bay City

CLARE FARMERS MARKET Farwell Farmers Market  989-588-9926  farwellfarmersmarket.org  124 W Illinois St, Farwell

EATON FARMS Hillcrest Farms  517-455-6580  hillcrestfm.com  5858 Hillcrest Dr, Eaton Rapids Pleasant Meadows Farms  517-231-5733  pleasantmeadowsfarms.com  5602 Moyer Rd, Charlotte FARMERS MARKETS Dimondale Farmers' Market  517-646-0230  Dimondale Farmers' Market  136 N Bridge St, Dimondale

Thread Creek Farm  810-694-4335  Thread Creek Farm  3305 Hill Rd, Grand Blanc FARMERS MARKET Flint Farmers Market  810-232-1399  flintfarmersmarket.com  300 E First St, Flint FOOD HUB Flint Fresh Food Hub  810-620-1902  flintfresh.org  3325 E Court St, Flint RESTAURANTS Cork on Saginaw  810-422-9625  corkonsaginaw.com  635 Saginaw St, Flint Flint Crepe Company  810-336-3308  flintcrepe.com  555 S Saginaw St, Flint RETAIL STORE Feast Gourmet Kitchen Shop | Cooking Classes  810-373-2199  feastcookingschool.com  495 N Fenway Dr, Fenton SPECIALTY PRODUCER Crust  810-629-8882  crustandbeyond.com  104 W Caroline St, Fenton

Ithaca Farmers Market  989-875-3200  ithacami.com/community/ farmers-market  Pavillion at Center & Pine River St, Ithaca St. Louis Farmers Market  989-620-0448  gratiotfarmersmarkets.com/st-louis  300 N Mill St, St. Louis

HURON FARMERS MARKET Port Austin Farmers Market  989-551-8100  portaustinfarmersmarket.com  17 W State St, Port Austin RESTAURANT The Farm Restaurant  989-874-5700  thefarmrestaurant.com  699 Port Crescent Rd, Port Austin BREWERY Thumb Brewery and Restaurant  989-553-6758  thumbbrewery.com  6758 Pine St, Caseville FISHERY Bay Port Fish Company  989-656-2121  bayportfish.com  1008 1st St, Bay Port RETAIL STORE Willow Ridge Farm Market and Greenhouse  Willow Ridge Farm Market and Greenhouse  3800 S Van Dyke, Bad Axe

Blue Mitten Farms  517-275-0973  bluemittenfarms.com  4977 Cornell Rd, Okemos Butcher Farms  517-881-9352  butcherfarmsmason.com  2285 Coy Rd, Mason Droscha Sugarbush  517-749-5173  droschafarms.com  4490 Toles Rd, Mason Heaven Sent Farms Grass Fed Beef  248-521-9406  heavensentbeef.com  3732 E Howell Rd, Webberville Magnolia Farms  517-896-5734  magnoliaavefarms.com  624 S Magnolia Ave, Lansing Misty Lane Farms  517-589-8159  mistylanefarm.com  4109 S Williams, Stockbridge Titus Farms  517-910-3002  titusfarms.com  3765 Meridian Rd, Leslie Trillium Wood Farm  517-655-4555  trilliumwoodfarm.com  1585 E Frost Rd, Williamston Zumo Eco Farm  517-488-7144  zumoecofarm.org  5070 Zimmer Rd, Williamston FARMERS MARKETS Allen Farmers Market  517-999-3911  allenneighborhoodcenter.org/market  1629 E Kalamazoo St, Lansing East Lansing Farmers Market  517-319-6823  cityofeastlansing.com/farmersmarket  280 Valley Court, East Lansing

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Eastern Ingham Farmers Market  517-525-5293  easterninghamfarmersmarket.org  228 N Putnam St., Williamston Meridian Township Farmers Market  517-853-4600  meridian.mi.us  1995 Central Park Dr, Okemos

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FARMERS MARKET Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market  989-779-5331  mt-pleasant.org/farmersmarket  Thursday: 331 N Main St; Saturday: Broadway St at Town Center

FARMS Crooked Pine Farm  517-643-2875  crookedpinefarm.net  13799 Litchfield Rd, Montrose/Chesaning

FARMS Coleen's Greens  517-449-0797  coleensgreens.com  7235 S Cork Rd, Bancroft

Open Air Market of Stockbridge  517-851-7437  stockbridgemarket.org  Stockbridge Township Square: (M-106 & Center St), Stockbridge

RETAIL STORE GreenTree Co-op Market  989-772-3221  greentree.coop  410 W Broadway, Mt. Pleasant

FOOD HUB Allen Neighborhood Center  517-999-3923  allenneighborhoodcenter.org  1611 E Kalamazoo, Lansing

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RESTAURANTS Abundance Cafe  517-974-9102  abundancecafeandyoga.com  800 Abbot Rd, East Lansing

FARM JNelson Farms  989-430-4269  jnelsonfarms.com  4240 N Stark Rd, Hope FARMERS MARKET Midland Area Farmers Market

Red Haven Farm to Table  517-679-6309  eatredhaven.com  4480 S Hagadorn Rd, Ste 103, Okemos

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Jacques Orchard  989-751-6751  jacquesorchard.com  2275 N Iva Rd, Hemlock FARMERS MARKETS Downtown Saginaw Farmers Market  989-327-4245  saginawfarmersmarket.org  230 Washington Ave, Saginaw Frankenmuth Farmers Market  989-607-9214  frankenmuthfarmersmarket.org  534 N Main St, Frankenmuth RESTAURANTS Dig Cafe

The Midland Area Farmers Market offers fresh vegetables, fruit, baked goods, meat, fish, dairy and plants in Downtown Midland.  989-839-9901  mbami.org/farmersmarket  825 E Main St, Midland (East Lot at Dow Diamond)

Plane Food Market  517-985-6090  Plane Food Market  121 E Elizabeth St, Stockbridge

Owosso Organics  989-494-8247  owossoorganics.com  3378 Mason Rd, Owosso Windemere Farm  517-204-3682  windemerefarm.net  Perry FARMERS MARKETS Laingsburg Farmers Market  810-444-2805  laingsburgbusiness.org/ farmers-market  Downtown Laingsburg at Roosevelt Row Owosso Farmers Market  downtownowossofarmersmarket.com  @owossofarmersmarket  215 N Water St, Owosso

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A Michigan themed food and gift store specializing in custom Michigan-made gift baskets carefully curated from their vast selection of Michigan makers.  517-487-6847  oldtown-generalstore.com  408 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Lansing

Laetus Pullus Farm  517-625-1229  laetuspullusfarm.com  Beardslee Rd, Perry

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Grandpa Tiny's Farm  989-652-5437  grandpatinysfarm.com  7775 Weiss St, Frankenmuth

RETAIL STORE Healthy Habitz  989-652-0537  healthyhabitz4life.com  975 N Main St, Frankenmuth

FARMS 4480 Farmstead  4480farmstead.com  4480 Kingston Rd, Kingston Becker Farms  beckerfarmsmi.com  Becker Farms of Michigan  3960 N Graf Rd, Caro Eight Plates Farm  989-553-2295  eightplatesfarm.com  9731 Rich Rd, Mayville Pennell Farms  989-823-9917  aaaaapennell  6317 State Rd, Vassar FARMERS MARKET Caro Farmers Market at State Street Square  989-673-7671  Caro Farmers Market  238 S State St, Caro 55

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CLINTON FARMS Angus Cattle Co.  517-755-8155  anguscattlefarm.com  6326 Round Lake Rd, Laingsburg Baese Family Farm  989-666-3637  baesefamilyfarm.com  4639 E Ridge Rd, Elsie CBI's Giving Tree Farm  517-482-8885  cbirehab.com/gtf  15433 Turner Rd, Lansing Circle F Ranch  989-640-1440  Circle F Ranch Fowler  12499 West Walker Rd, Fowler Faivor Fresh Produce  989-323-0341  faivor-fresh-produce.square.site  1302 E Price Rd, St. Johns Felzke Farms  517-669-9459  Felzke Farms  6380 W Herbison Rd, DeWitt Firefly Ridge CSA  810-444-2805  fireflyridgecsa.com  8753 Hollister Rd, Laingsburg Grams Kids Pumpkins and Produce  989-307-2954  Grams Kids Pumpkins & Produce  3072 W Townsend Rd, St. Johns Havengreen Organic Dairy  989-593-2614  Fowler Hi Lo Acres  517-749-4635  9855 Grange Rd, Portland

Huhn Strawberry Farm  517-930-4333  huhnstrawberryfarm.com  11262 S Tallman Rd, Eagle

Red Timber Ranch  nick@redtimberranch.com  redtimberranch.com  Fowler

Willowbrook Farm  989-224-4972  Willowbrook Farm Elsie  3133 Willowbrook Rd, Elsie

Humble Beginnings Ranch, LLC  989-627-2462  Humble Beginnings Ranch, LLC  4151 E Walker Rd, St. Johns

Reese Farms  517-484-2868  reesefarmsmi.com  14633 Wood Rd, Lansing

Wilson Farm Fresh Meats  517-202-4412  Wilson Farm Fresh Meats  4784 Findlay Rd, St. Johns

JD Miller Farms  989-666-8130  JD Miller Farms  7500 E Colony Rd, Elsie

Rural Route 5 Farm  Rural Route 5 Farm  4707 E Price Rd, St Johns

Wilson's Woods  wilsonswoods.com  Eagle

Sandhill Meats  989-666-3773  sandhillmeatsllc.com  9501 Mason Rd, Ovid

Wyrick's Orchard  989-834-2369  Wyrick's Orchard  5600 E Parks Rd, St. Johns

Livingston Farms  livingstonfarms@gmail.com  livingstonfarmsmi.com  2204 Livingston Rd, St. Johns Looking Glass Sheep and Wool  517-669-3421  Looking Glass Sheep and Wool  4911 West Clark Rd, Lansing Motz Meat  989-640-3308  Motz Meat  St. Johns Peckham Farms  517-316-4050  peckham.org/our-businesses/ peckham-farms  5408 W Grand River Ave, Lansing Phillips Orchard & Cider Mill  989-292-5252  phillipsorchards.com  1995 E Gratiot County Line Rd, St. Johns PondSide Farm  517-749-1445  PondSide Farm  8131 Craun Rd, DeWitt

Ten Hens Farm  517-599-3345  tenhensfarm.com  7539 Clark Rd, Bath The Rustic Rooster  517-749-1260  The Rustic Rooster Farmers Market  2806 N Airport Rd, St Johns Triple H Ranch  989-640-1033  Triple H Ranch  Fowler Uncle John's Cider Mill  989-224-3686  ujcidermill.com  8614 US 127, St. Johns Wilcox Heritage Farm  989-640-8016  Wilcox Heritage Farm  2305 S Shepardsville, Ovid

FARMERS MARKET Downtown Dewitt Farmer's Market  517-624-0286  dewittdda.org/farmers-market  N Bridge St (north of Main St & Bridge St intersection), Dewitt St. Johns Farmers Market  989-224-8944 x233  downtownstjohnsmi.com/events/stjohns-farmers-market-p7pm9  Maple St (by the Clinton County Courthouse), St Johns SPECIALTY PRODUCER Oh MI Organics  ohmiorganics.com  109 W Higham St, St. Johns

Wildflower Eco Farm  517-862-1451  Wildflower Eco Farm  Bath clintonconservation.org

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VEGE TABLE STRUDEL WITH VEGE TABLE SAUCE PAMEL A GABRIEL ROTH, The Farm Restaurant, Port Austin

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2 Tbsp olive oil

Preheat oven to 350° F.

1/2 Tbsp olive oil

1 cup red pepper, sliced

In large sauté pan, heat olive oil and sauté carrots, celery, and red pepper until tender.

Add green onion and spinach. Sauté until spinach is wilted. Remove from heat, and add dill. Stir in couscous and Boursin, feta and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne and place in refrigerator to cool.

1/4 cup carrots, diced

Heat olive oil in a sauté pan.

Add carrots, leeks, and onion over medium heat until the carrots begin to caramelize.

1/2 cup celery, sliced 1 cup carrots, sliced 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 quart spinach, chopped 1/2 cup green onions, chopped 1 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped 1/2 cup Boursin cheese 1 cup feta cheese 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded 2 cups couscous, cooked Salt, pepper and cayenne, to taste 1 lb. package of phyllo pastry sheets Melted butter, as needed

Put a sheet of parchment paper on your work space. Place 1 sheet of phyllo dough on parchment and brush with butter. Lay another sheet on top of that, brush with butter, then fold in half horizontally and brush with butter again.

Place 1 ½ cups of filling along one of the shorter sides of the phyllo, leaving at least 2 inches between the filling and the edges of the pastry.

Roll the phyllo dough around the filling, then fold the sides over the filling all the way along the dough. Roll the strudel over itself into a log shape. Transfer carefully to a baking pan. Brush top with butter and bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

1/4 cup celery, diced 1/2 cup leeks, diced 1/4 cup onion, chopped 1 Tbsp tomato paste

Add tomato paste and garlic.

Cook until mixture begins to sweeten slightly.

Add red wine, thyme, and bay 1 clove of garlic, minced leaf. Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced by half.

1/4 cup red wine 1 bay leaf 1 sprig thyme 3 cups vegetable stock 3 Tbsp arrowroot powder (to thicken) Salt and cayenne, to taste

Add vegetable stock and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.

In a separate bowl, make a slurry by whisking the arrowroot powder with a little water, and add slowly to the sauce to thicken as desired.

Remove bay leaf and thyme sprig. Season as desired.

Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then serve over vegetable sauce.

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A COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITY AL L E N NE IG HBORHOOD C E N T E R CATHERINE NOUHAN, Contributor

After over two years of construction, the fullyrenovated Allen Place is nearly complete. The mural

by Lansing-based artist, Brian Whitfield, has quickly become an icon of the Eastside Neighborhood.

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When Joan Nelson, co-founder of the Allen Neighborhood Center (ANC), speaks of Lansing’s Eastside, she speaks about the community with conviction, affection, and personal responsibility.

“We are an intensely placebased organization, and our place is Lansing’s Eastside or the Northeast quadrant of the capital city,” Nelson says.

As the Executive Director of ANC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Nelson and her team initiated a lengthy list of programs that support the health and food security of the neighborhood. They boast a yearround farmers market, food pantry, greenhouse, 30-farm CSA (including a subsidized veggie box program), educational gardening programs, and six multifunctional, industrial kitchens. In partnership with the Lansing Board of Water and Light, ANC will also have a solar micro-grid with solar roof panels, carports, and picnic tables.

With a recent 36,000 square-foot development that built space for 21 mixed-income apartments, a food cooperative, and a federally-qualified health center operated by Ingham Health Centers, ANC has advanced beyond a food hub and has transformed into a holistic poverty-solutions model.

“We describe our project as being at the intersection of health, food, housing, and energy innovation,” Nelson says. “And we think that’s a pretty impactful combination.”

Kitchen Manager, Matt Jones, teaches the weekly Senior Discovery Group about sushi inside the Allen Market Place.

Marcus Leslie poses with one of his famous cheesecakes inside the Rathbun Accelerator Kitchen at Allen Place.

Even as ANC’s physical structure grows, its mission has remained constant: respond to the active and imminent health needs of the community. ANC conducts annual “front porch conversations,” where ANC volunteers and staff engage residents in conversations about the state of the neighborhood.

From these discussions, tangible change occurs.

In fact, after a question from her community, ANC’s Farmers Market Manager worked with the Federal Food and Nutrition Service to develop the EBT token system that many markets use today.

Allen Farmers Market became the first farmers market in Michigan to accept EBT/SNAP in 2005.

“The truth of the matter is, we didn’t set out to break new ground," Nelson says. "We really just fell into it. We're simply accustomed to following up on neighbors’ requests.”

Another project that materialized because of ANC’s community listening structures is the Hunter Park Project which established a greenhouse, paved walkable paths, and an acre of parkland for growing food in a previously under-utilized park. One half-acre of the cultivated area is a free-to-all, you-pick garden with public fruit tree access. Additionally, the GardenHouse provides frequent in-person and virtual workshops to promote food sovereignty through gardening education.

Nelson says, “We realized that real food security would require that we not only grow food in the neighborhood, but that we also teach neighbors how to grow food in the clay soil and the shady lots of the Eastside.”

Allen Neighborhood Center is more than a physical place; it’s a commitment to the community.

While Nelson is eager to see the nonprofit’s new developments, she and her team remain determined to meet the goals ANC set out to accomplish since 1999.

Allen Neighborhood Center, 1611 E Kalamazoo St, Lansing allenneighborhoodcenter.org

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Written by the team at Taste the Local Difference

Empty store shelves, high grocery bills, and ‘Now Hiring’ signs on every corner mark what the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports as a 40-year high in the Consumer Price Index of Food.

Rohani Foulkes of Folk and Candi Fentress of CWO Farms continually navigate the pressure of increased costs within their food businesses.

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For Foulkes, running a food business highlights the disconnect between consumer expectations and the true cost of what we eat.

She says, “We’ve been normalized into thinking food should be quick, cheap, and you should get more than you ask for.”

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ohani Foulkes, the owner and general manager of Folk, a café and market in Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood, scrutinizes the price of every item on her store’s shelves to make sure there is a balance between products that reflect their full cost and products that are more affordable. For example, she makes providing locally sourced milk as a commodity item a priority, regardless of profitability.

“We want to make it accessible,” Foulkes says. “But the value to us as a dual café establishment is that is that we use the same milk in the waffle batter, and we’ve found this sort of balance between what is used in the market and café adds benefit. We have to be really mindful about that market mix.”

Folk opened in 2018 as a full-service restaurant, but discontinued its dine-in service in March 2020, at the onset of the pandemic. Despite the setback, Foulkes' thoughtful menu and commitment to "supporting farmers and vintners who are focused on the environment" has given Folk a new identity as a specialty grocer, caterer, espresso bar, and wine shop.

For Foulkes, running a food business highlights the disconnect between consumer expectations and the true cost of what we eat. “We’ve been normalized into thinking food should be quick, cheap, and you should get more than you ask for,” Foulkes says. Folk challenges those expectations with a pricing structure that accounts for the cost of humane food production and service. “We often have customers say we’re too expensive. Our staff are paid well above minimum wage, [which] factors into what we pay for a product and how much we mark up an item. As an establishment, we are constantly explaining that.” She cites a general lack of education around food that leads consumers to overlook the stakeholders involved in getting food from field to plate. From farmers and packers, processors and distributors, to chefs and servers, Foulkes says, “We’ve forgotten about all the people along the way.”

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Explore Rohani’s curated boxes, seasonal cafe menu, wine selection and catering services in- person or online.

Folk, 1701 Trumbull, Detroit folkdetroit.com

Find Farmer Candi’s products at her booth at Eastern Market or at her on-site farm stand.

CWO Farms, 2070 Virginia Park, Detroit cornwineoil.com

SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY WITH YO U R DO LL A R S : 1. Purchase directly from farmers and makers 2. Shop or dine at businesses that pay staff a living wage and prioritize local sourcing Tip: Look for the One Fair Wage logo and lists of local suppliers posted online 3. Shift your spending to smaller locally owned businesses

FO R F R E E : 1. Write a positive (honest!) online review 2. Follow their social media accounts and “like”, share, and comment on their posts 3. Be kind in-person and online

One of those people is Candi Fentress, the entrepreneur behind Detroit-based CWO Farms and SheGrowz. Fentress knows firsthand what it takes to bring food from farm to table. She describes herself as “a farmer who likes to grow everything,” including vegetables, herbs, cut flowers, and cannabis. In addition to wholesaling, she processes her harvest into teas, tinctures, and CBD-infused balms and salves. These diverse product offerings sustain her businesses, which she runs with her husband, Mark.

“That saves us,” she says of the value-added products, online sales, and partnerships with customers like Folk that fill revenue gaps during the farm’s off season.

Plants are more than a way to make a living for Fentress. She believes in “healing from the land,” and uses her expertise as an educator and Michigan State University Extension Master Gardener to connect with others and support the health of her community. “I like to make money off it, but knowing that it brings people relief is payment enough,” Fentress says. Her dedication has not gone unnoticed. Fentress received the Detroit Food Policy Council’s 2021 Food Power Community Choice Award. She calls it a “deeply moving honor because it signifies that the community knows what we’re about and they support us!”

Community support is essential for keeping small food and farm businesses everywhere afloat. So, how can we do more with our food dollars and uplift the food and farm businesses in our communities?

“Eat from your zip code,” Fentress says. The way we treat the folks who feed us matters. Behind every bag of groceries and to-go box are people working hard, often under less-than-ideal conditions, to bring us our favorite foods. Through patience and purchase power, consumers can show appreciation for food system workers by remembering what Fentress says about the future of small food businesses like hers: “We can honestly only be as successful as our community allows us to be.”

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W H AT ’ S O N YO U R P L AT E ?

D O L L A R S & C E N T S O F LO C A L FO O D

Many restaurants follow a standard method of pricing that acknowledges the price of ingredients, overhead and business operating costs, and cost of labor. These aspects stack up, leaving the benchmark for profit on menu items around 10% of the selling price, but sometimes even less than that.

Rohani Foulkes, owner of Folk, consciously sources ingredients that allow her to follow the journey from farm to kitchen. Since its inception in 2018, Folk has been annually verified as a Good Food 100 establishment. This verifies that Folk's sourcing practices aim to provide food that not only tastes good, but also is good for every link in the food chain.

Though Foulkes is often told her prices are too expensive, much of the profits are distributed back to her good food business partners.

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Foulkes consciously sources ingredients that allow her to follow the journey from farm to her kitchen.

FOOD COST & SOURCE BREAKDOWN

BREAD

2 slices of Zingerman’s Farm bread

$1.40

Here’s the breakdown.

JOURNEY: Farm » Processing » Bakery » Folk

EGGS

3 Grazing Fields eggs, frittata piece

$1.05

JOURNEY: Farm » Distributor » Folk

MIXED GREENS

3 oz. from Brother Nature Farm or CWO Farms

$1.50

WHY IS THE SELLING PRICE $16?

JOURNEY: Farm » Folk

ROOT VEGGIES

2-3 oz. of veggies from CWO Farms or sourced through Cherry Capital Foods

$0.55

JOURNEY: Farm » Folk

OTHER INGREDIENTS

35.5% LABOR COST

$1.83

Including Michigan maple & dairy products, quinoa, and spices

Total Food Cost

$6.33

Selling Price

$16.00

($5.68)

39.5% FOOD COST ($6.33)

20% OVERHEAD ($3.20)

5% PROFIT ($0.79)

Pictured: Farm Egg Sandwich & Quinoa Salad *Salad pictured not the portion as sold. **Dollar figures listed are subject to change.

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KENT FARMS 1st Micro Greenery  616-299-1005  1stmicrogreenery.com  433 Broadway NW, Grand Rapids Blandford Nature Center  616-735-6240  blandfordnaturecenter.org  1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids Clear Bottom Lake Farm  269-425-6697  @clearbottomlakefarm  1700 Ten Mile Rd NE, Comstock Park Dreamgoats  616-780-7401  dreamgoats.com  6206 Ada Dr SE, Ada

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Peach Ridge Farms  616-589-1599  peachridgefarmsgr.com  4350 Peach Ridge Ave NW, Grand Rapids

Plainsong Farm & Ministry  616-747-0737  plainsongfarm.com  6677 12 Mile Rd NE, Rockford FARMERS MARKETS Cesar E. Chavez Farmers Market  616-243-2489  rooseveltparkna.org  Roberto Clemente Park: 546 Rumsey St SW, Grand Rapids Fulton Street Farmers Market  616-454-4118  fultonstreetmarket.org  1145 E Fulton St, Grand Rapids Kentwood Farmers Market  616-656-5270  kentwoodfarmersmarket.com  4900 Breton SE, Kentwood North Kent Connect Farm Stand  616-866-3478  nkconnect.org  10075 Northland Dr NE, Rockford

Ed Dunneback & Girls  616-784-0058  dunnebackgirls.com  3025 6 Mile, Grand Rapids

RESTAURANTS Café Mamo  616-350-3430  cafemamo.com  1601 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids

Green Wagon Farm  616-283-2842  greenwagonfarm.com  4960 Quiggle Ave SE, Ada

Littlebird  616-419-4168  thelittlebirdgr.com  95 Monroe Center NW, Grand Rapids

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Reserve Wine & Food  616-855-9463  reservegr.com  201 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids

Mycophile's Garden  616-309-7304  mycophile.org  1111 Godfrey Ave SW, North Building, Suite N234, Grand Rapids

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New City Neighbors Urban Farm  616-970-4817  newcityfarm.org  1115 Leonard St NE, Grand Rapids

BREWERY Creston Brewery  616-805-4161  crestonbrewery.com  1504 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids RETAIL STORES Aperitivo  616-259-7045  aperitivogr.com  435 Ionia SW, Grand Rapids Art of the Table  616-301-1885  artofthetable.com  606 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids Bridge Street Market  616-649-9000  bridgestreetmarket.com  405 Seward Ave NW, Grand Rapids Grand Rapids Food Co-op  616-522-2667  grfoodcoop.com Kingmas Market  616-363-7575  kingmasmarket.com  2225 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids SPECIALTY PRODUCERS Any Colour You Like  anycolourpops.com  966 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids Field & Fire Café  616-608-4533  fieldandfire.com  820 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids Schuil Coffee Company  800-272-4845  schuilcoffee.com  3679 29th St, Grand Rapids DELIVERY SERVICE Anjoy  616-952-2735  helloanjoy.com  Grand Rapids

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a t a c i l e D d a l a S ABIGAIL THERRIEN & DAVE VANDERL A AN, Littlebird, Grand Rapids

DELICATA SQUASH SALAD

BRAISING RECIPE

8 pieces delicata squash, braised (see recipe at right)

2 delicata squash, ends cut off, quartered lengthwise, and seeds removed

3 Evercrisp or Gala apples, cut into matchsticks

1½ quarts water

2 oz SarVecchio or Parmesan cheese, grated

1/2 cup maple syrup

1/2 cup fennel, shaved

1/4 cup salt

1/8 tsp fresh thyme, chopped

1 head of fennel tops, chopped

1/8 tsp fresh tarragon, chopped

1 lemon, halved and juiced

1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 bunch thyme

1 tsp chives, chopped

1 bunch sage

1/4 cup dates, chopped

3 inch piece of ginger, peel and sliced

1/4 cup fennel fronds for garnish Nduja vinaigrette (see recipe at right) Braise delicata squash and and make vinaigrette before building salad.

Mix all remaining ingredients in a bowl and toss with nduja vinaigrette.

Season with salt and pepper.

Place braised delicata squash down on a plate or bowl and top with apple salad mixture.

Garnish with fennel fronds and extra vinaigrette, if you like.

1/4 cup cider vinegar

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp whole fenugreek 1/2 tsp whole allspice 3/4 tsp whole fennel seed 2 star anise pods 1 cardamom pod 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground coriander

3 Tbsp nduja 2 1/14 tsp roasted garlic

2 tsp Dijon mustard 2 tsp lemon juice 1/2 cup neutral oil Salt, pepper, and sugar, to taste

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Once spices are toasted, add all liquid ingredients, additional spices, herbs, fennel tops, ginger, and bring to a boil.

While waiting for everything to boil, lay out the delicata in a deep oven-safe braising pan.

When liquid comes to a boil, pour over top of squash, cover pan with foil and put in the oven for 45-50 minutes. Squash will be done when it's soft to the touch, but not falling apart.

Remove squash from braising liquid and cool.

Reduce braising liquid by two thirds, cool, and use to make vinaigrette.

Squash can be reheated in the oven at 350° F for 10 minutes.

NDUJA VINAIGRETTE

3 Tbsp delicata braising liquid

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Toast all whole spices on medium heat until fragrant in a medium saucepan, stirring frequently.

1/4 tsp ground clove

1½ Tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Preheat the oven to 350° F.

Place all ingredients except oil into a food processor or blender.

While the food processor is on, slowly add oil to emulsify for a smooth texture.

When all oil is incorporated, season with salt, pepper, and sugar to taste.

Where do you go to find local?

Michigan farmers markets are a hub for fresh produce, baked goods, condiments, and more. Plus, you can cross off your grocery list as you meet your area farmers and artisans.

Find opening dates, accepted currencies, vendors lists, and more information about your local farmers market online at localdifference.org SCAN TO SEARCH or scan this QR code.

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Michigan is home to over 250 markets!

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MOVING PEOPLE FORWARD WITH GOOD FOOD: North Kent Connect

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“I love that the North Kent Connect Farm Stand makes healthy food both accessible and affordable,” says Ben Taylor, A North Kent Connect (NKC) Board Member. “It’s a natural fit with their mission of moving people forward.”

North Kent Connect of Rockford is dedicated to improving the lives of residents by providing basic needs and promoting economic independence.

One core tenet of their work is the belief that all residents of northern Kent County have the right to access healthy and affordable Good Food. According to the Michigan Good Food Charter, Good Food is defined as food that is healthy, green, fair, and affordable. Through a bountiful, 700 square foot Farm Stand that utilizes a tiered pricing system, NKC exemplifies this commitment to supporting local, sustainable, just and equitable food programs.

In addition to accepting cash, credit, MI Bridge Cards, Double Up Food Bucks, and Project Fresh coupons, the Farm Stand lists two prices, discounted and retail, on every item in the market. All are welcome to shop at this market and buyers can choose the price that meets their needs, no questions asked.

“The Farm Stand is on my way home from work, so I stop in and get my veggies for dinner,” Sarah, an NKC Farm Stand shopper, says. “I pay the retail price so I know I’m helping other families get the healthy foods they need.”

Located within the NKC’s thrift store, the Farm Stand operates year-round and offers seasonal produce, dairy, eggs, granola, maple syrup, and more to shoppers from over 20 local farms and producers. The proceeds from the Farm Stand all go back to support NKC’s programming and services, like their thrift store, pantry, and financial assistance programs for clients.

THE FARM STAND AT NORTH KENT CONNECT (Inside the North Kent Connect Thrift Store) 10075 Northland Dr NE (at 12 Mile Rd), Rockford Open to all, Monday through Saturday, 9 AM–5 PM 616-866-3478 | nkconnect.org

Learn more!

The North Kent Connect Farm Stand is funded in part by the Heart of United Way West Michigan.

For more information, contact Beverly Bouma, Food Programs Manager, at 616-866-3478 (ext. 342), or beverly.bouma@nkconnect.org.

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Food Dance, Kalamazoo (After 28 years of operation, Food Dance closed in April 2022)

Molasses Cookies INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

1½ sticks soft, unsalted butter

Whisk eggs in a bowl and set aside.

2 cups brown sugar

Add all dry ingredients to a separate bowl, whisk together, and set aside.

½ cup molasses 3 eggs ½ tsp white vinegar 4½ cups all-purpose flour 2½ tsp baking soda 2 tsp ground cinnamon 2 tsp ground ginger ¼ tsp ground clove ½ tsp salt 4 oz rock sugar, for coating

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Use a stand mixer to combine butter and sugar with a paddle attachment until just mixed. Keep the mixer at a low speed to avoid creaming.

Add the whisked eggs and vinegar, and mix just until evenly combined, scraping the bowl and paddle as needed.

Add molasses and mix on low speed until well blended, scraping the bowl at least once.

Add dry ingredients all at once, and continue mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. Scrape the bowl. Mix for another 30 seconds, just until mixed all the way.

Scoop onto parchment lined baking sheets using a cookie (or ice cream) scoop. Roll in rock sugar and flatten slightly.

Freeze cookies for roughly an hour.

Bake at 350° F for 12-15 minutes, rotating halfway through.

Let cookies sit on trays for a couple minutes before moving to cooling racks.

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SOUTHWEST BERRIEN FARMS Alex's Veggies  269-429-0730  Alex's Veggies  5780 Washington Ave, Stevensville Artesian Farm  artesianfarms.com  18300 US Highway 12, New Buffalo Bixby Farms  269-473-6681  Bixby Farms  5745 Pokagon Rd, Berrien Springs Earth First Farms  269-815-3370  earthfirstfarms.com  8335 Smith Rd, Berrien Center Flatwater Farms  812-212-1196  flatwaterfarms.com  15475 Walton Rd, Buchanan Granor Farm  granorfarm.com  3480 Warren Woods Rd, Three Oaks Lemon Creek Farm Market & U-Pick  269-471-1321  lemoncreekwinery.com/farm-market  533 E Lemon Creek Rd, Berrien Springs

FARMERS MARKETS Bridgman Open-Air Market  269-405-0916  Bridgman Open Air Market  4509 Lake St, Bridgman St. Joe Farmers Market  269-985-1111  stjoetoday.com  Lake Bluff Park, St. Joseph

RESTAURANTS The Blackbird Waterhouse  269-468-2473  theblackbirdwaterhouse.com  4896 Paw Paw Lake Rd, Coloma Full Circle Café & Espresso Bar  269-429-8696  fullcirclestevensville.com  5729 Saint Joseph Ave, Stevensville

BREWERY Ghost Isle Brewery  269-469-9069  ghostislebrewery.com  17684 US-12, New Buffalo

FARMS Cinzori Farms  269-275-5873  cinzorifarms.com  10506 F Drive S, Ceresco Kryst Farms  517-524-8866  Kryst Farms  8451 Van Wert Rd, Homer Of the Land  269-832-1317  oftheland.co  14201 H Dr N, Battle Creek Sunlight Gardens  245 N Kendall St, Battle Creek

CIDERY & BOWLING ALLEY Peat's Cider Social  269-465-6814  peatscider.com  6201 Red Arrow Hwy, Stevensville

FARMERS MARKET Battle Creek Farmers Market  269-788-1102  kelloggarena.com  25 McCamly St S, Battle Creek

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The Bear Creek Farm  269-224-2240  bearcreek-farm.com  15230 C Drive North, Marshall

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FARM Greener Grass Farms  517-425-7046  greenergrassfarms.com  10240 Youngs Rd, Quincy

River Saint Joe  269-409-8015  riversaintjoe.com  15475 Walton Rd, Buchanan

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CASS FARM Jake's Country Meats  269-445-3020  jakescountrymeats.com  55721 Decatur Rd, Cassopolis

SPECIALTY PRODUCER Maple Row Sugarhouse  269-816-4838  maplerowsugarhouse.com  12646 Born St, Jones

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FARMS Corey Lake Orchards  269-244-5690  coreylakeorchards.com  12147 Corey Lake Rd, Three Rivers

Kalamazoo Farmers Market

Shop 100+ local farmers, food businesses, & artisans weekly. See website for open days/times. SNAP + Double Up accepted!

Joe's Farm  269-312-4538  joesfarm.us  53323 Pulver Rd, Three Rivers

 269-342-5686  pfcmarkets.com  1204 Bank St, Kalamazoo

RETAIL STORE Bullseye Marketplace  269-858-3225  bullseyemarketplace.com  350 Johnnycake Lane, Three Rivers

RESTAURANTS Table of Contents Cafe  269-443-2444  tableofcontentscafe.com  3017 Oakland Dr, Kalamazoo

VAN BUREN

BREWERY Brite Eyes Brewing  269-220-5001  briteeyesbrewingco.com  1156 S Burdick St, Kalamazoo Saugatuck Brewing Co.  269-382-2739  saugatuckbrewing.com  140 S Westnedge, Kalamazoo

FARMS Adams Organic Blueberry Farm  269-214-0873  Adams Blueberry Farm  69676 CR 376, Hartford Bankson Lake Farm  banksonlakefarm.com  25236 CR 352, Lawton Better Way Farms  betterwayfarms.com  6072 105th Ave, South Haven

WINERY Lawton Ridge Winery  269-372-9463  lawtonridgewinery.com  8456 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo

Brookeside Farms/ Fritz's Blueberries  269-657-3500  brooksidefarmsmi.com  34448 44th Ave, Paw Paw

FOOD HUB ValleyHUB  269-548-3300  kvcc.edu/valleyhub  224 E Crosstown Pkwy, Kalamazoo

Moss Funnell Farms/Joe's Blues  847-293-1690  joesblueberries.com  61687 34th Ave, Bangor

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RETAIL STORE People's Food Co-op  269-342-5686  pfckalamazoo.coop  507 Harrison St, Kalamazoo SPECIALTY PRODUCERS DoughChicks  269-832-8347  doughchicks.com  themibar.com West MI Pasta & Provisions  616-730-2095  westmichiganpastaandprovisions.com

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Crop Spot: Blueberries EMILY ROW,

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“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.” Wild blueberry plants are native to Michigan and were gathered by indigenous communities long before European colonization. It wasn’t until the early 1920s that commercial berry planting was popularized in this region. Today, Michigan has almost 21,000 acres of blueberries across 600 farms.

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U-PICK Blueberries Visit a u-pick blueberry farm, like Pleasant Hill Farm, this summer!

In Southwest Michigan, the proximity to Lake Michigan and the land’s naturally acidic soil create the ideal environment for blueberry growing.

Officially called the Lake Effect, the microclimate generated by the lake keeps bordering lands cooler in early summer (preventing early bud emergence and the potential of freezing) and warmer in late fall, resulting in an extended growing season.

Despite the favorable conditions, blueberry growers face significant industry challenges. Pest management has become increasingly difficult, especially for Certified Organic farms like Pleasant Hill. Insects without predators, like Spotted-Wing Drosophila and the Stem Gall Wasp, reproduce rapidly throughout the growing season causing growers to spend countless hours and dollars to remedy the damage; this wasn’t always the case.

or markets because of the harvester's ability to manually select ripe berries. Still, when it comes to the mechanical method, “the person driving a mechanical harvester is an artist and works the machine so it doesn’t harm the berries or the bushes. The newer machines can be fine tuned and as John [Joan’s husband] travels down a row of bushes, he will often change the vibrations to meet the ripeness of the fruit.”

Pleasant Hill Farm does not employ folks to pick their berries, but most blueberry farms (and fruit farms in general) rely heavily on migrant farmworkers to harvest their crop.

Without seasonal migrant workers alongside the hard work of growers, Michigan’s blueberry industry would look much different.

“Forty years ago, we had to spray for a pest that emerged near the 4th of July, buzzed around for a week and died. Now we have five or six weeks of insects that can destroy a crop overnight unless we spray a certain very costly organic compound,” Donaldson says.

No matter the harvesting method, blueberry farming takes a lot of work. “I think one concept folks need to understand is that earning a living as a farmer is challenging and demands working long hours almost every day, yet the work is rewarding,” Donaldson says.” The best way to help farmers is to buy locally.”

Harvesting blueberries is no small task. There are two methods for harvesting: mechanical and by hand. Hand harvesting is the preferred method for the fresh berries you see in stores

Pleasant Hill Farm 5859 124th Ave, Fennville, Michigan pleasanthillblueberryfarm.com

Michigan Blueberry Facts SCIENTIFIC NAME: Vaccinium sect. Cyanococcus NUMBER OF BLUEBERRY FARMS: 600 AMOUNT OF BLUEBERRIES GROWN ANNUALLY: 100 million pounds ACRES DEVOTED SOLELY TO BLUEBERRIES: 21,000 MICHIGAN ECONOMIC GENERATION: $132 million/year BLUEBERRY HEALTH BENEFITS: High in antioxidants, dietary fiber, vitamin C, and manganese *All numbers are approximations Source: Michigan State University Extension 79

AVALON: THE HEARTH OF DETROIT SINCE 1997

Twenty-five years ago, Jackie Victor and Ann Perrault (neither business owners nor bakers, but community organizers), opened an artisan bakery in Detroit’s Cass Corridor when even the landlord said the neighborhood “wasn’t ready for windows.”

Avalon’s three Bottom Lines: “Earth, Community, Employees” shaped the business and contributed to an engaged, loyal, and transformational community that they feel they have been privileged to serve. Since day one, Avalon has supported countless community-based organizations in Detroit and provided a warm and welcoming space for all Detroiters. Their sustainability efforts have taken root too: local urban farms now supply Avalon and dozens of local businesses, Avalon has purchased over 12 million pounds of organic flour from farms across the country, and vegan baked goods have been served at Avalon for over 20 years, all reducing the business’s carbon footprint.

Much has changed since those early days: stores, restaurants, and apartments have opened around the bakery drawing new residents and visitors to the neighborhood and the city. Through the hard work and dedication of its team members, Avalon has grown from a vision to a Detroit institution. Most recently, they have expanded their reach from restaurants, grocery stores and coffee shops to distributors who offer their goods statewide. Avalon is especially looking forward to their delicious burger buns and vegan cakes made with 100% organic flour that will soon be hitting grocery store shelves across Michigan.

The Avalon commitment remains the same: The planet we call home, the community they serve, and the employees they consider family. Avalon strives to nourish and inspire others to “Eat Well.

Do Good” for many years to come. avalonbreads.net

WHERE WE WERE: • 1 café in Detroit

• 2,000 square feet • 4 employees • 100% organic flour

WHERE WE’VE BEEN: • 100,000+ loaves of hearth sourdough

• 3M+ sea salt chocolate chip cookies • 250,000+ shots of espresso • 2,500 lbs of local sunflower sprouts sold on our GardenWorks vegan sandwich

W H E R E W E A R E N OW:

• 3 cafés in Detroit & Ann Arbor • 50,000 square foot bakehouse • 100+ employees • 100% organic flour

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SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN Mayville

Imlay City

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Almont Armada

Ortonville Oxford Lake Orion

Milford

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Sylvan Lake

Dexter Chelsea

JACKSON Jackson

Grass Lake

Manchester

Canton

Ann Arbor Saline

Ypsilanti

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Taylor

Romulus Belleville

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Grosse Ile

Carleton

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Farmington Novi

China Twp

Sterling Heights

West Bloomfield Birmingham

Brighton South Whitmore Lyon Lake

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Macomb

Casco

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Howell

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Waterford Twp Pontiac Hartland

Port Huron

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Grant Township

Yale

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SOUTHEAST HILLSDALE FARMS Ferry Farms  517-252-0016  ferry-farms.com  9211 W Litchfield Rd, Litchfield McElroy Farms  313-310-5473  mcelroyfarms.grazecart.com  1260 Ball Rd E, Hillsdale SPECIALTY PRODUCER Teffola Granola  517-258-2413  eatteffola.com  14191 Calhoun Rd, Addison

JACKSON FARMS Grow Jackson  517-745-9805  growjackson.org  740 W Michigan Ave, Jackson Pregitzer Farm Market  517-240-4600  Pregitzer Farm Market  6870 Territorial Rd, Munith Rocky Oak Farms  517-490-3902  rockyoakfarms.com  6850 Hoag Rd, Albion Sol Microgreens  517-960-9755  solmicrogreensmi.com  902 W Michigan Ave, Jackson Stella Matutina Farm  734-445-8915  stellamatutinafarm.com  8780 Moeckel Rd, Grass Lake Willow Garden  517-499-8940  willow-garden.com  15491 Folks Rd, Hanover FARMERS MARKETS Grand River Farmers Market  517-768-6410  grandriverfarmersmarket.com  Corner of Louis Glick & Mechanic Streets, Jackson Grass Lake Farmers Market  grasslake.farmersmarket@gmail.com  Grass Lake Farmers Market  120 Brown St, Grass Lake

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RESTAURANT Fortress Cafe  517-315-5156  Fortress Cafe  133 W Michigan Ave, Jackson

LAPEER FARMS Brass Ring Beef  248-765-7844  Brass Ring Beef  2883 Wilder Rd, Metamora Brookwood Fruit Farm  810-798-8312  brookwoodfruitfarm.com  7845 Bordman Rd, Almont Indigo Lavender Farms  810-417-0909  indigolavender.com  631 N Van Dyke, Imlay City MI FARMacy Market  810-721-8493  mifarmacymarket.com  622 N Van Dyke Rd, Imlay City Stony Croft Farms  810-516-5339  stonycroftfarms.com  2343 Fish Lake Rd, Lapeer SPECIALTY PRODUCER Better Option Foods  586-995-4153  @betteroptionfoods  betteroptionfoods.com

LENAWEE FARM Kapnick Orchards  517-423-7419  kapnickorchards.com  4245 Rogers Hwy, Britton RETAIL STORE Anthro Apothecary  419-343-6192  anthroapothecary.com  212 S Union St, Tecumseh

LIVINGSTON

MACOMB

FARMS Cross W Ranch  877-879-2915  crosswranch.com  3111 Pinckney Rd, Howell

FARMS Kutchey Family Farm  586-329-8675  kutcheyfamilyfarm.com  17330 26 Mile Rd, Macomb

Garden Hoard Seeds  katie@gardenhoard.com  gardenhoard.com  Howell

Lakeland Fresh Farms

Renegade Acres  248-330-3756  Renegade Acres  5900 Mack Rd, Howell Wildwood Gardens  810-522-0390  wildwoodgardenscsa.com  5442 Saunders St, Brighton FARMERS MARKETS Brighton Farmers Market  810-227-5086  brightoncoc.org  Municipal Parking Lot: 200 N First St, Brighton Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market  517-546-3920  Howell Sunday Farmers Market  Corner of State St and Clinton St, Howell RETAIL STORE Miss Kim's Jams  517-715-9873  misskimjams.com  6906 Oak Grove Rd, Howell

A hydroponic farm on a mission to grow the safest, freshest, and tastiest produce for the local community to enjoy.  810-304-3912  lakelandfreshfarms.com  Chesterfield Township Vanhoutte Farms

Over 50 varieties of U-Pick Sunflowers and the biggest pumpkins you've ever seen. This farm offers fun for the whole family!  586-531-4451  Vanhoutte Farm  69475 Romeo Plank Rd, Armada Raven Oaks Farm

ONLINE FARMERS MARKET Michigan Farm to Family  734-662-6383  michiganfarmtofamily.com  Delivery available Growing Certified Organic Produce for Metro-Detroit.  ravenoaksfarm.com  15155 29 Mile Rd, Washington Westview Orchards & Winery  586-752-3123  westvieworchards.com  65075 Van Dyke, Washington FARMERS MARKET Dodge Park Farmers Market  586-446-2700  sterling-heights.net/1236/ Dodge-Park-Farmers-Market  Dodge Park: 40620 Utica Rd, Sterling Heights

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OAKLAND

RETAIL STORE Jarzyna Farms Fine Meats & Deli  586-781-6328  jarzynafarms.com  57000 Romeo Plank Rd, Ray Twp.

FARMS East River Organic Farm  eastriverorganic.com  2265 N Oxford Rd, Oxford

SPECIALTY PRODUCER Ethel's Baking Co.  586-552-5110  ethels.com  Shelby Township

MONROE FARMS Brost Farms  734-755-1159  brostfarms.com  4424 North Custer Rd, Monroe Gaskill Family Farm  734-497-3540 or 734-260-2998  gaskillfamilyfarm.com  12433 Crowe Rd, Milan Goetz Greenhouse & Family Farm  517-918-2387  sites.google.com/site/ goetzgreenhouse  8852 Goetz Rd, Riga Holtz Farms  734-735-2463  12364 Lulu Rd, Ida

Huff's Produce  248-935-4140  huffsproduce.com  1460 W Wardlow Rd, Highland

Highland Farmers Market  313-753-2756  highlandfarmmarket.com  Milford Rd & Livingston Rd, Highland Milford Farmers Market  milfordfarmersmarket.org  Milford Farmers Market  115 E Liberty St, Milford Oak Park Farmers Market

Middleton Berry Farm  248-831-1004  middletonberryfarm.com  4790 Oakwood Rd, Ortonville Songbird Farm  248-382-8041  farmsongbird.com  161 W Hayes Ave, Hazel Park Wolgast Mushrooms

RESTAURANTS Flavors of Jamaica  947-999-0169  flavorsofjamaicarestaurant.com  406 N Telegraph Rd, Pontiac Monarch Market Cafe  248-808-6881  monarchmc.com  10099 W Eleven Mile Rd, Huntington Woods

Come shop fresh local food, see live music, and more! SNAP/EBT and Double Up accepted.  248-691-2357  13701 Oak Park Blvd, Oak Park (Oak Park High School)

Sylvan Table  248-369-3360  sylvantable.com  1819 Inverness St, Sylvan Lake Three Cats at Leon & Lulu

Oakland County Farmers Market

Cultivating and selling fresh, high quality oyster and Lion's Mane mushrooms in the heart of Berkley, Michigan.  586-994-9022  wolgastmushroom.com  Berkley FARMERS MARKETS Birmingham Farmers Market

The market provides grower-direct fresh produce and flowers. It is a community hub with programs and events year round.  248-858-5495  Oakland County Farmers Market  2350 Pontiac Lake Rd, Waterford Twp

Kreps Apple Barn  419-367-1066  krepsapplebarn.com  12500 Minx Rd, La Salle

Ortonville Farmers Market  248-245-2933  ortonvilledda.org/farmers-market  476 Mill St, Ortonville

FARMERS MARKET Monroe Farmers Market  734-854-2991  monroemifarmersmarket.com  20 E Willow St, Monroe

Downtown Rochester Farmers Market  248-656-0060  downtownrochestermi.com  E 3rd and Water St, Rochester

RESTAURANT Amaya's Mexican Grill  734-682-3486  Amaya's Fresh Mexican  29 S Monroe St, Monroe

BREWERY HomeGrown Brewing Company  248-800-4244  homegrownbrewco.com  28 N Washington St, Oxford

Shop fresh produce and specialty foods from over 30 local vendors.

Enjoy live music and events at this top-rated market!  248-530-1200  allinbirmingham.com/farmersmarket  660 N Old Woodward, Birmingham Clawson Farmers Market  248-259-6208  Clawson Summer Sunday Park Market  1080 N Custer Ave, Clawson Farmington Farmers & Artisan Market

Toast Birmingham  248-258-6278  toastbirmingham.com  203 Pierce St, Birmingham CATERING & PRIVATE CHEF Parker Grant Hospitality  313-403-2298  parker-grant.com  324 East St, Rochester Salads For Life  313-247-2236  salads4life.com  Royal Oak

South Lyon Farmers and Artisans Market  248-486-6154  South Lyon Farmers and Artisans Market  110 West Liberty St, South Lyon Troy Farmers Market  248-524-1147  troymi.gov/farmersmarket  Jeanne M Stine Community Park: 241 Town Center Dr, Troy

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Come to Market - For the Health of It! Enjoy seasonal bounty from farmers, producers, and more along with live music each week!  248-971-5882  farmingtonfarmersmarket.com  33113 Grand River Ave, Farmington

Royal Oak Farmers Market  248-246-3276  romi.gov/1533/Farmers-Market  316 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak

Three Cats serves American-style cuisine in the form of small plates, featuring local flavors and Michigan vendors.  248-288-4858  threecatscafe.com  116 W 14 Mile Rd, Clawson

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SOUTHEAST OAKLAND RETAIL STORES Essence on Main  248-942-4949  Essence on Main  4 S Main St, Clarkston Greener Pastures Market  734-757-4209  greener-pastures-market.business.site  21202 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon Sprout Fresh Food Store  248-221-7500  Sprout Fresh Food Store  580 W Huron St, Pontiac Western Market  248-546-7288  westernmkt.com  447 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale Woodward Corner Market  248-955-1041  woodwardcornermarket.com  30955 Woodward Ave #305, Royal Oak SPECIALTY PRODUCERS Birmingham Chocolate

Cool Jacks  248-706-6045  cooljacks.com  Ferndale

Rolling Ridge Farms  810-338-6746  rollingridgefarms.net  Imlay City

Great Lakes Pot Pies  248-266-1160  greatlakespotpies.com  809 W 14 Mile Rd, Clawson

Sharkar Fam  810-499-2386  sharkarfarm.com  5234 Meisner, China

Karma Wellness Kitchen  248-476-7682  info@karmawellnesskitchen.com  karmawellnesskitchen.com

WASHTENAW

Mel's Toffee  248-496-0186  melstoffee.com No.VI Coffee Farmers & Roasters  248-308-2879  NoVI Coffee and Tea  47490 Grand River Ave, Novi ONLINE FARMERS MARKET Order Up Organic  248-284-3091  orderuporganic.com  Delivery service VERMICOMPOSTING Michigan Soil Works  248-938-9311  michigansoilworks.com  Novi

Handcrafted bonbons, bars, and chocolate treats. Online retail storefronts. Wholesaling & private label co-manufacturing.  248-723-8008  birminghamchocolate.com  1260 Woodward Heights, Ferndale Blue Kuna Sauces, Seasonings, and Satisfaction  734-358-5862  bluekuna.com drench

ST. CLAIR FARMS Hulett's Farm Market  810-984-5057  Hulett's Farm  3511 Pine Grove Ave, Port Huron Maple Creek Farm  810-304-3031  maplecreekfarm.com  11841 Speaker Rd, Yale McCallum's Orchard, Cider Mill & Winery  810-887-8774  mccallumsorchard.com  5697 Harris Rd, Grant Township

Clean, natural, delicious dressings & marinades! With olive & avocado oil, no soybean or canola! Gluten, GMO, dairy, nut, egg & fish free.  248-320-3500  idrench.com

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Pankiewicz Cider Mill & Farm Market  586-727-9051  Pankiewicz Cider Mill  10387 Lindsey Rd, Casco

FARMS Becky's Birds and Bees  734-780-7101  beckysbirdsandbees.com  6010 Marshall Rd, Dexter

Jacob's Fresh Farm

Pollinator friendly, all natural farm.

Join their CSA, taste their honey, or visit to pick flowers, sunflowers, lavender and pumpkins.  517-250-1222  jacobsfreshfarm.com  475 N Fletcher Rd, Dexter Majer Family Farms  734-658-3040  majerfamilyfarms.com  7015 Spencer Rd, Whitmore Lake

Blue Spring Farm  734-761-5770  bluespringfarm.net  4710 Stein Rd, Ann Arbor

Nature and Nurture Seeds  734-929-0802  natureandnurtureseeds.com  7100 Marshall Rd, Dexter

Cardinal Farms

Nemeth's Greenhouse & Farms  734-434-2280  nemethsmilan.com  4260 Willis Rd, Milan

Lively food for living well! Organically grown produce, cut flowers, farmbased education, community events and more!  517-902-3847  cardinal-farms.com  9552 Wall Gene Rd, South Lyon

Raindance Organic Farm  734-747-3099  raindanceorganic.com  2015 E North Territorial Rd, Whitmore Lake S&S Produce  734-660-9181  ssfamilyproduce.com  12000 Stony Creek Rd, Milan

Community Farm of Ann Arbor  1525 South Fletcher Rd, Chelsea  community-farm-of-ann-arbor. mailchimpsites.com

Slow Farm  734-277-1017  slowfarmandfriends.com  4700 Whitmore Lake Rd, Ann Arbor

Country Valley Farm  countryvalleyinfo@gmail.com  countryvalleyfarm.com  Ann Arbor

Tantre Farm  734-475-4323  tantrefarm.com  2510 Hayes Rd, Chelsea

Good Neighbor Farm A2  734-510-9459  goodneighborfarma2.com  4400 Pontiac Trail, Ann Arbor

The Farm at St Joe's  734-712-HOOP  stjoesfarm.org  5557 McAuley Dr, Ypsilanti

Green Things Farm Collective  734-531-7601  greenthingsfarm.com  3825 Nixon Rd, Ann Arbor

The Farm on Jennings  734-239-9200  thefarmonjennings.com  6900 Jennings Rd, Ann Arbor

Hindsight Farm  312-532-3420  hindsightfarm2020.com  5525 Jennings Rd, Ann Arbor

Vestergaard Farms  734-929-2875  vestergaardfarms.com  4408 S Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor

WASHTENAW We The People Opportunity Farm  734-757-5067  wethepeoplegrowersassociation.com  1301 S Harris Rd, Ypsilanti

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Wild Apple Farms  734-904-9141  wildapplefarms.com  2701 N Dancer Rd, Dexter Zilke Vegetable Farm & Kitchen  734-260-2324  zilkevegetablefarm.com  12491 Carpenter Rd, Milan FARMERS MARKETS Ann Arbor Farmers Market  734-794-6255  a2gov.org/market  315 Detroit St, Ann Arbor Chelsea Farmers Market  734-593-6806  chelseafarmersmkt.org  Wed:1010 S Main St, Chelsea Sat: 304 Main St, Chelsea Dexter Farmers Market  734-426-8303  dextermi.gov/community/ farmers_market.php  3233 Alpine St, Dexter Dixboro Farmer's Market  734-707-1607  dixborofarmersmarket.org  5221 Church Rd, Ann Arbor Pittsfield Township Farmers Market  734-822-2121  pittsfield-mi.gov/farmersmarket  6201 W Michigan Ave (corner of Platt & Michigan), Ann Arbor Saline Farmers Market  734-429-4907  cityofsaline.org/farmersmarket  100 S Ann Arbor St, Parking Lot #4, Saline Westside Farmers Market  313-231-2046  westsidefarmersmarket.com  2501 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor

RETAIL STORES Acorn Farmers Market & Cafe  734-649-0890  acornfarmersmarketcafe.org  455 W Main St, Manchester

RESTAURANTS Avalon Cafe and Kitchen Ann Arbor  734-263-2996  avalonbreads.net  120 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor

Argus Liberty Cafe and Market  734-213-2200  argusfarmstop.com  325 W Liberty, Ann Arbor

Eat Catering & Carry-out  734-213-7011  eatannarbor.com  1906 Packard, Ann Arbor Eat - Kerrytown  734-369-6773  eatannarbor.com  407 N Fifth Ave, Ann Arbor Fresh Forage  734-887-6655  freshforage.com  5060 Jackson Rd, Ste A, Ann Arbor Juicy Kitchen  734-585-5562  juicykitchen-a2.com  1506 N Maple Rd, Ann Arbor

Argus Packard Cafe  734-585-5441  argusfarmstop.com/foodhub  1200 Packard Rd, Ann Arbor Dexter Mill  734-426-4621  dextermill.com  3515 Central St, Dexter Ypsilanti Food Co-op  734-483-1354  ypsifoodcoop.org  312 N River St, Ypsilanti Zingerman's Delicatessen  734-663-3354  zingermansdeli.com  422 Detroit St, Ann Arbor

Maiz Mexican Cantina  734-340-6010  maizmexican.com  36 E Cross St, Ypsilanti

SPECIALTY PRODUCERS Arbor Teas  734-994-7698  arborteas.com  1342 N Main St, Ste 1, Ann Arbor

Miss Kim  734-275-0099  misskimannarbor.com  415 N 5th Ave, Ann Arbor

The Brinery  734-780-7140  thebrinery.com  4175 Whitmore Lake Rd, Ann Arbor

Zingerman's Delicatessen  734-663-3354  zingermansdeli.com  422 Detroit St, Ann Arbor

Why Not Pie?  734-709-4630  whynotpie.com  Ann Arbor

DISTILLERY Ann Arbor Distilling Company  734-882-2169  annarbordistilling.com  220 Felch St, Ann Arbor

Zingerman's Bakehouse  734-761-2095  zingermansbakehouse.com  3711 Plaza Dr, Ann Arbor

MEADERY/CIDERY Bløm Meadworks  734-548-9729  drinkblom.com  100 S 4th Ave #110, Ann Arbor

Zingerman's Coffee Company  734-929-6060  zingermanscoffee.com  3723 Plaza Dr #5, Ann Arbor

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Ypsilanti Farmers Markets  734-707-1795  growinghope.net/farmers-markets/ ypsilanti  Tues: 16 S Washington St, Ypsilanti  Sat: 100 Rice St, Ypsilanti

FOOD HUB Argus Packard Market  734-997-5448  argusfarmstop.com/foodhub  1226 Packard St, Ann Arbor

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SOUTHEAST WAYNE FARMS Adamah Farm Central Detroit  313-873-0064  centraldetroit.farm  8500 2nd Ave, Detroit Brother Nature Produce  313-914-0031  brothernatureproduce.com  2913 Rosa Parks, Detroit City Commons CSA  509-540-2769  citycommonscsa.com  Detroit Community Grown Gardens  517-410-3315  communitygrowngardens.org  21803 W River Rd, Grosse Ile CWO Farms  313-690-3342  cornwineoil.com  2070 Virginia Park, Detroit D-Town Farm  313-345-3663  dbcfsn.org  14027 W Outer Dr, Detroit Deeply Rooted Produce  313-949-3226  deeplyrootedproduce.com  Detroit Detroit Farm and Cider  313-915-0057  detroitfarmandcider.com  1600 Lawrence St, Detroit Detroit Flight Path Farm  734-992-7369  dtwflightpath.com  32725 Sibley Rd, Romulus Dulce Diamante Gardens  313-461-1039  Dulce Diamante Gardens  6578 John Kronk St, Detroit Featherstone Garden  704-996-3711  featherstonegarden.com  4178 Lakepointe St, Detroit Fennigan's Farms  313-365-0530  fennigansfarms.com  Detroit

Fisheye Farms  fisheyefarms.com  2334 Buchanan, Detroit Gateway Farm  gatewayfarmplymouth.com  Gateway Farm Plymouth  10665 Ann Arbor Rd W, Plymouth Green Boots Veteran Community Horticultural Gardens and Marketplace  313-778-9193  13500 Southfield Rd, Detroit Keep Growing Detroit Grown in Detroit  313-656-4769  Keep Growing Detroit  1445 Adelaide St, Detroit Love N Labor Botanicals  313-614-2330  Love N Labor Botanicals Nurturing Our Seeds  313-461-4432  nurturingourseeds.org  7733 Helen St, Detroit Oakland Ave. Urban Farm  313-649-7756  oaklandurbanfarm.org  9227 Goodwin St, Detroit

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Canton Farmers Market  734-394-5375  canton-mi.org/496/farmers-market  500 N Ridge Rd, Canton Dearborn Farmers and Artisans Market  dearbornfarmersartisansmarket.com  22060 W Village Dr, Dearborn E. Warren Farmers Market  313-575-7014  ewarren.org/market  16835 E Warren, Detroit Eastern Market Partnership  313-833-9300  easternmarket.org  2934 Russell St, Detroit Hope Village Farmers Market  313-403-6230  hopevillagecdc.org  14150 Woodrow Wilson, Detroit Inkster Task Force Farmers Market

Old City Acres  734-771-9984  oldcityacres.com  43800 Willow Rd, Belleville Open Air Farms  openairfarmsdetroit.com  Detroit Piggly Petals Flower Farm  734-787-7341  pigglypetalsflowerfarm.com  46000 Harris Rd, Belleville Planted Detroit  313-784-9552  planteddetroit.com  1000 Mt Elliott St, Detroit Rising Pheasant Farms  313-447-1522  Detroit ROI Urban Farms & Compost  313-340-9250  roiurbanfarms.com Sunset Harvest Farm  313-401-6438  sunsetharvestfarm.net  13930 Elwell Rd, Belleville

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FARMERS MARKETS Belleville Farmers Market  734-558-5369  bellevillecentralbusinesscommunity.com  Main & 4th St, Belleville

The newest thing in Inkster if you looking for FRESH fruits, vegetables, crafts, and homemade goodies.  734-787-3883  Inkster Task Force Farmers Market  27020 Michigan Ave, Inkster Lincoln Park Farmers Market  313-427-0443  lpfarmersmarket.org  Check Facebook & website

Northwest Detroit Farmers Market  313-387-4732  Northwest Detroit Farmers Market  18445 Scarsdale St, Detroit Northville Farmers Market  248-349-7640  northville.org/farmers-market-vendors  301 S Center St, Northville (across from Northville Downs Racetrack) Plymouth Community Farmers Market  734-453-1540  plymouthmich.org/events/ plymouth-community-farmersmarket-2022_et1080.html  760 Penniman Ave, Plymouth Redford Township Market at the Marquee  313-387-2771  redfordtwp.com/community/marquee  15145 Beech Daly, Redford Township Wayne Open Air Market  notredamehall.com  3144 S Wayne Rd, Wayne Westland Farmers & Artisan Market  734-326-7222  Westland Farmers Market  1901 N Carlson, Westland

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WAYNE RESTAURANTS Avalon Cafe and Bakery  313-285-8006  avalonbreads.net  1049 Woodward Ave, Detroit Baobab Fare  313-265-3093  baobabfare.com  6568 Woodward Ave, Suite 100, Detroit Breadless  eatbreadless.com  2761 E Jefferson, Detroit Coriander Kitchen and Farm  313-822-4434  corianderkitchenandfarm.com  14601 Riverside Blvd, Detroit Detroit Soul  313-366-5600  detroitsoul.net  2900 E 8 Mile Rd, Detroit FOLK  313-742-2672  folkdetroit.com  1701 Trumbull Ave, Detroit iBalance Yoga & Juice Bar

SavannahBlue  313-926-0783  savannahbluedetroit.com  1431 Times Square, Detroit

Dot's Market  313-989-1415  dotsmarketsdetroit.com  6301 E Lafayette, Detroit

Detroit Hives  248-808-8467  detroithives.org  9336 E Warren Ave, Detroit

SheWolf Pastificio & Bar  313-315-3992  shewolfdetroit.com  438 Selden St, Detroit

Rivertown Market  313-259-6200  rivertownmarket.com  1475 E Jefferson, Detroit

Fraser Tea  734-437-0808  frasertea.com  Livonia

Sisters on a Roll  313-404-7627  sistersonarollcafe.com  Detroit

INCUBATOR KITCHEN Proud Mitten Shared Kitchen  734-456-9005  proudmittenkitchen.com  650 Church St, Plymouth

Good Cakes and Bakes

Supergeil  313-462-4133  supergeildetroit.com  2442 Michigan Ave, Detroit

Marrow Butcher Shop and Restaurant  313-652-0200  marrowdetroit.com  8044 Kercheval Ave, Detroit

Warda Pâtisserie  313-262-6977  @warda.patisserie  70 W Alexandrine, Detroit CATERING Experience Relish  experiencerelish.com

Pink FlaminGo To Go  313-826-1454  pinkflamingotogo.com  17740 Woodward Ave, Detroit

RETAIL STORES Americana Foods

Live more sustainably, support 42 farms in & around Detroit, and get just-plucked produce delivered to your door each week.  goodpluck.com  Delivery service

Born and raised in Detroit, we’re proud to share our delightfully sweet scratch-made organic and vegan baked goods with the community.  313-468-9915  goodcakesandbakes.com  19363 Livernois, Detroit Mama Mucci's Pasta  734-453-4555  mamamuccispasta.com  7676 Ronda Dr, Canton Michigan Farm to Freezer

SPECIALTY PRODUCERS Avalon International Bread - Flagship  313-832-0008  avalonbreads.net  422 W Willis St, Detroit Aunt Nee's  877-286-8633  auntnees.com  2934 Russell St, Detroit Bees in the D

Michigan-grown produce – flash frozen at peak freshness for quality you can taste and trace.  313-603-3700  mifarmtofreezer.com Peach and Honey Cake Bars  peachandhoneybakes.com  @peachandhoneycakebars  650 Church St, Plymouth

Your neighborhood supermarket that has everything you need. Our family is here for yours!  313-837-1999  americanafood.net  15041 Plymouth Rd, Detroit Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters  313-338-3515  docr.coffee  1220 Griswold St, Detroit DeVries & Co.  313-568-7777  devries1887.com  2468 Market St, Detroit

Purchasing our honey supports a Detroit nonprofit, focused on sustainable and healthy beekeeping practices that benefit local food systems.  313-462-9624  beesinthed.com  Detroit

VERMICOMPOSTING WormCycle  877-734-4879  wormcycle.com  9721 Brookville Rd, Plymouth

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Mudgie's Deli and Wine Shop  313-961-2000  mudgiesdeli.com  1413 Brooklyn St, Detrtoit

ONLINE FARMERS MARKET GOODPLUCK

Unburger Grill  313-633-0881  unburgergrill.com  22018 Michigan Ave, Dearborn

DISTILLERY Detroit City Distillery  313-656-4528  detroitcitydistillery.com  2462 Riopelle St, Detroit A community, a lifestyle, a new approach to healthy practices with an organic superfood bar; in the heart of Northville.  248-773-7965  ibalance.co  122 S Center St, Northville

Michigan ranks #1 in production of asparagus!

Detroit Food Academy  313-855-5052  smallbatchdetroit.com  4444 2nd Ave, Detroit

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EMMA BEAUCHAMP, Editor in Chief

MAKING FRESH FOOD CONNECTIONS Fresh Food Connections (FFC) works to make local food more accessible for Michigan residents who are eligible for SNAP benefits. SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, provides benefits to low-income individuals and families through an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card that is used like a debit card. In Michigan, this card is often called the Bridge Card. SNAP is the largest and most widely used assistance program in the country, but currently can only be used to purchase food online through select retailers, such as Amazon, Walmart, and Aldi.

USE SNAP/EBT FOR FRESH LOCAL PRODUCE!

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The Vision of Fresh Food Connections

2022 Participating Sites WASHTENAW COUNTY • Old City Acres, Pickup on farm, downtown Romulus and at Ypsilanti Farmers Market • Ypsilanti Area Online Market, Pickup at Ypsilanti Marketplace

WAYNE COUNTY

• Deeply Rooted Produce, Pickup on farm, home delivery within 10 miles of the farm

City Commons is a participating multifarm CSA in Detroit. Through the FFC project, they increased their reach to more folks receiving food assistance.

• Keep Growing Detroit, Pickup at Keep Growing Detroit

• Hillcrest Farms, Eaton Rapids

The Impact Washtenaw and Wayne counties had the first six participating sites in 2021.

A mix of farmers markets and farms in Detroit and Ypsilanti received training and funding to implement online sales and food access programming tailored to their individual business. Each model was different, but examples included accepting SNAP, offering more flexible payment options, or following a sliding scale model.

• City Commons CSA, Pickup locations around Detroit, see website

LANSING AREA

This project, championed by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Taste the Local Difference (TLD), supports the foundation for online SNAP sales at more locations, particularly ones offering fresh and locally grown food.

Additionally, it fosters relationships by connecting low income communities to farmers and farmers markets with convenient online ordering.

New SItes around lansing & U.P.

• Hot Pepper Karenni Farm, Mason • Magnolia Farms, Lansing • Open Air Market, Stockbridge

“FFC provided us with technical support for our website and funds to purchase more packaging,” Alice Bagley, a collaborative farmer with City Commons, says. ”We also purchased items for our farmers market display where we were able to serve many folks receiving SNAP and Double Up Food Bucks.”

The Difference Unlike many other food access programs, this initiative does not subsidize the cost of the food.

Instead, this project’s long term success is dependent on creating digital infrastructure for farms and strengthening relationships between farmers, consumers, and community organizations. Additionally, this program is not prescriptive. Consumer and farmer feedback is essential in determining the methods used to accomplish the project’s goals which are unique to each community.

“FFC is great because it allows farms to try different ways to increase food excess,” Bagley says. In the first year of the program, they realized their initial access method wasn’t as logistically accessible as they hoped.

This year, they changed their model to provide greater food access through home deliveries of CSA shares by partnering with a local organization.

Growing Forward Because of the success in the first year, this program is expanding to sites in the Lansing area and Western U.P. The technology and systems of support established through this project will ensure farmers and communities have strong models for providing fresh food access for years to come.

Follow along with the project at freshfoodconnections.org.

WESTERN U.P. • From the Ground Farmers Markets Collective • Whispering Wild Market Farm, Toivola

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W H AT IS DA L? Dal is a thick puree or stew or soup made from different types of lentils and legumes. It’s nutritious and a humble meal served in every Indian household. Our family enjoys dal with warm rice especially during the cold Michigan winter.

INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp chili powder

1/4 cup split moong (mung) beans

1/8 tsp asafoetida

1/4 cup red lentils 1/4 cup split green moong (mung) beans 1/4 cup toor dal (pigeon peas), rinsed 1 medium tomato, diced 4 cups water Salt to taste 1/4 tsp ground turmeric 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1/4 tsp garam masala

1/4 tsp whole Jeera (cumin seed) 1/4 tsp mustard seeds 1-2 cardamom pods 1 whole red chili 1-2 bay leaves Optional: fresh veggies, fresh cilantro, grated ginger Note: If all bean/pea varieties are not available, ¾ cup red lentils and ¼ cup yellow split peas can be substituted in place of mung beans and pigeon peas.

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Add olive oil in an instant pot on sauté mode.

Rinse and soak the lentils, mung beans and pigeon peas together for 2 hours to soften them.

Add spices, tomatoes, and (optional) ginger and sauté well for 3-4 minutes.

When ready to cook, add olive oil to large saucepan.

Add the lentils, mung beans, and toor dal and 4 cups of water.

Sauté the spices, tomatoes, and (optional) ginger for 3-4 minutes.

Cook on high for 15 minutes.

Add the lentil mix and 4 cups of water.

Naturally release the pressure for 10 minutes, then manually release the pressure.

Mix well and add water for consistency.

Partially cover the saucepan, cook the mix for 15-20 minutes on medium low heat, or until they are well cooked. Mix well and add water for consistency.

GARNISH + SERVING Garnish with fresh cilantro and a few drops of fresh squeezed lime.

Serve with hot steamed rice, crispy papad or pops.

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Celebrating Michigan Fish Producers with a Bounty of Local Seafood Michigan is surrounded by incredible freshwater lakes — and a bounty of local seafood! Seafood describes any fish or marine life that serves as food, so that includes freshwater proteins.

Michigan seafood can be produced through either aquaculture (farm-raised) or commercial fishing (wild-caught). Both of these industries are present in Michigan and provide a way for those who love to cook and eat seafood to celebrate Michigan’s fish producers. Fisheries are a vital part of Michigan’s heritage and an important cultural touchpoint for coastal communities.

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Extension Educator - Fisheries & Aquaculture

GENEVA L ANGEL AND,

Communications Editor, Michigan Sea Grant

24% of Michigan’s aquaculture farms produce fish for consumption while 46% produce fish for stocking.

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AQUACULTURE Aquaculture is the farming of fish and other aquatic life in a controlled environment. Michigan is home to both public (also known as hatcheries) and private operations that produce kitchen favorites like shrimp and trout, as well as bait fish, ornamental fish, stocking fish, and fee-fishing operations.

Did you know?

COMMERCIAL FISHING

Global seafood production is about 50% wild-caught and 50% farm-raised.

Commercial fishing is the harvesting of wildcaught fish from their natural environment in large volumes to meet consumer demand.

Michigan’s beloved lake whitefish represents 95% of the state’s commercial harvest sales.

Approximately 80% of U.S. seafood is imported.

FIND FISH Support Michigan’s fishing economy and find a local seafood producer or supplier near you! Built by Michigan Sea Grant and sister programs around the Great Lakes, the Great Lakes Fresh Fish Finder website (see below) makes it a snap to connect with producers of Michigan seafood. The online map shows where consumers can find and support local fish-producing businesses that produce seafood, bait fish, stocked fish, ornamentals, or fee-fishing anywhere in the Great Lakes region.

Lake trout is great on the grill.

Dive into these resources to learn more about the region’s seafood producers and their industries:

EXPLORE THE GREAT LAKES FISHERIES HERITAGE TRAIL greatlakesfisheriestrail.org

LEARN MORE ABOUT COMMERCIAL FISHING mfpa.us

UNDERSTAND AQUACULTURE IN MICHIGAN AND THE REGION greatlakesseagrant. com/aquaculture/

FIND LOCAL FRESHWATER FISH TO PURCHASE freshfishfinder.org

michiganaquaculture.org

RECIPE INSPIRATION freshwaterfeasts.com

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“FARM-TO-TABLE” IS EASIER SAID THAN DONE .

Farmers and specialty food makers have their hands full sustainably producing quality local products.

Chefs, food makers and grocers are busy maintaining and building their food businesses. While the intention to connect is strong, operationalizing that intention is challenging. This is where Grow Eastern Market comes in.

Grow Eastern Market (GEM) is a regional food hub that connects emerging farmers and food businesses to wholesale buyers.

Every week, we reach out to our growing network of small farms and food makers to create a robust list of exciting new products and freshly harvested produce. We then collect orders from restaurants, grocery stores, and food businesses. Our team picks up the ordered items from the farms and food businesses and delivers them directly to the purchasers across southeast Michigan.

This model strives to support the local food economy: farmers and food businesses have a transparent connection to their buyers and those purchasing their products are getting fresh, locally sourced ingredients straight to their door.

In addition, we provide consultations to increase the business acumen of participating farmers and food businesses. We connect them to technical assistance and funding opportunities to strengthen their wholesale readiness. These are vital services, especially for small farms that may not have the resources to do their own marketing and food-safe transportation.

The scope of GEM has expanded in 2021 and will continue to expand in 2022. We’re looking to connect with farmers, food business owners, chefs, grocers, and wholesale food buyers who could benefit from selling or purchasing through Grow Eastern Market’s platforms.

Find out more at groweasternmarket.com or reach out to us directly at sales@groweasternmarket.com or 313.241.7178.

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A FINANCING RESOURCE FOR MICHIGAN’S GOOD FOOD BUSINESSES

Through our partner network, we work with you to meet your needs.

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• Business assistance and connections with Michigan’s food and farming industry.

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