
Crop Spot: Michigan Salad Greens
Salad greens range from the cool sweetness of spinach, to the biting freshness of baby arugula. Depending on your preference, greens can take center stage in the form…

Portage Health Foundation’s Collective CSA Program Thrives in its Third Year
The Portage Health Foundation celebrates the success of its innovative Collective CSA program with local farmers and organizations.

Crop Spot: Michigan Celery and Celeriac
Have you tried celery AND celeriac? Use our guide for storage tips, recipes, and a little history on the Michigan celery capital!

Dive Deeper into the Work of Food with Traverse City’s ‘Taste of Work’
Join filmmakers Robert George and Becky Tranchell for the Community Forum surrounding their docuseries ‘Taste of Work’ on November 9th in Traverse City

Crop Spot: Michigan Squash
Learn more about Michigan summer and winter squash including how to prepare, store, and freeze!

Back-to-School Reading List: Staff Picks
Taste the Local Difference’s team of local food lovers include their favorite books in this ‘Staff Picks’ list.

Breaking Down Barriers: Helping Underserved Farmers Expand their Marketing Channels
MIFFS prepares webinars and bilingual guides to help underserved farmers access Specialty Crop Block Grant funding. drive.

Get Social in Downtown Alpena!
Downtown Alpena’s Social District has created opportunity for local businesses — and for guests! Check out the now expanded offerings, including Presque Isle Farm and the Alpena Marina.

What is a Food Co-op?
Michigan has a number of local food cooperatives (co-ops). Learn about their history, structure, and how to join your local food co-op.

Grow Your Future with a Food Processing Degree!
Seeking a stable career path in the food industry? Enroll with Michigan State University Institute of Agricultural Technology for a Food Processing certificate!