UP Meat Processing Sees Progress with Help from Partners
With help from MSU Center for Regional Food Systems and MSU Product Center, the UP is about to see a boom in local proteins.
The Other Red Meats: Bison, Beefalo and Yak
Learn more about the protein-forward beefalo, yak and bison, found throughout Michigan!
Bison Meatloaf with Cranberry Glaze
Try our recipe for Bison Meatloaf, complimented with a tart-sweet cranberry glaze!
Lamb Chops w/Buckwheat + Black Pepper Strawberries
Ready for next year’s strawberries already? Start drooling with this great way to use them in a savory setting from Abra Beren’s Pulp.
Carnitas Tacos with Garden Fiesta Rice
Ready to eat local? See a sneak peak of a recipe from our 2023 Local Food Guide: Carnitas Tacos with Garden Fiesta Rice from Cold Creek Farm in Benzonia!
Michigan Smoked Fish
Learn more about Michigan’s smoked fish including common varieties, storage tips, and more!
Know Your Food Labels!
Get to know your food labels found in the grocery store – from free-range to Certified Organic!
Asparagus & Ribeye Rollatini
This recipe from Fresh Forage in Ann Arbor combines local ribeye steak with Spring asparagus for a great start to grilling season!
Plath’s Glazed Pork Chop
Ready for dinner? Head to Plath’s to complete this filling Glazed Pork Chop recipe from City Park Grille in Petoskey!
Mangalitsa Pork Chops with Traverse City Cherry Balsamic Sauce
Use your Mangalitsa pork chops from Up North Heritage Farm in their locally-focused recipe!