September 28, 2023

Local Eating for Halloween: Apple Monsters

These adorable apple monsters are perfect for using Michigan apples this Halloween!

September 16, 2023

Gotta Eat ‘Em All: Winter Squash Bingo

Check out some quick preparation tips for Michigan winter squash and play along with our Winter Squash Bingo Card!

August 2, 2023

Michigan Mushrooms: Foraging with Gabrielle Cerberville

Curious about the world of Michigan mushrooms but not quite sure where to begin? We had the opportunity to glean some insight into the fascinating world of fungi…

June 20, 2023

Connecting Western U.P. Students with Local Food

Farm to School (F2S) isn’t a new concept but has gained significant traction in recent years. In fact, the 2023 Farm Bill includes specific policy priorities which include…

June 14, 2023

Seasonal Placemat: Summer Veggies in Michigan

Grab your crayons, navigate a sunhat maze, search for words, beat someone at tic tac toe, and fill Michigan fruits and vegetables with colors of all kind! If…

June 1, 2023

Fathers in the Local Food System

A father’s role extends beyond providing love for his children; it encompasses shaping their values and instilling lifelong lessons. One of the most critical teachings a father can…

May 30, 2023

Mark Your Calendars! 2023 Michigan Farmers Market Events 

Be sure to include these special events at farmers markets throughout Michigan in your summer plans from Kid’s Days to evening art markets!

May 18, 2023

Find Local Food this Summer with the Michigan Local Food Guide

Michigan – Taste the Local Difference is proud to announce the publication of their 2023 Local Food Guide! This 100-page magazine celebrates Michigan’s local food culture and the…

February 27, 2023

Play Kitchen: Start Local Eating Young!

Ready to start a love of local with your little one? Start with these 6 suggestions, from great books to describing flavor!

January 29, 2023

Natural. Ethical. Local. Vestergaard Farms

Visit Ann Arbor’s Vestergaard Farm’s three educational gardens through their Farm to Table School!