The West Michigan Growers Group partners with Michigan State University Extension and the Downtown Market to host the 2017 Growers Fare: CSA Open House, an event for the West Michigan community interested in connecting with and supporting farmers growing and selling local food. … [Read more...]
Michigan Maple Syrup Weekends 2017
Did you know that it takes approximately 40 gallons of maple sap to make 1 gallon of maple syrup? A gallon of standard maple syrup weighs 11 pounds and has a sugar content of 66 percent. A maple tree needs to be about 40 years old and have a diameter of 10 inches before tapping … [Read more...]
Holiday Gift Giving Trail in West Michigan
Struggling to find gifts for your food-centric friends? Follow along on our Holiday Gift Giving Trail in West Michigan as we travel to twelve of our favorite local shops that offer Michigan Made speciality food gift options. Many hidden gems that could be your answer to gift … [Read more...]
Building Bridges in West Michigan at Local First’s Fork Fest
Supporting local means building bridges between business and consumer. It's community. It's sustainability. Our philosophy, here at Eat Local West Michigan; eating local involves connecting local food sources in West Michigan with the local communities. Bringing more awareness … [Read more...]
Cranberry Harvest Time in Bountiful Michigan
When you hear someone say; "Cranberry Harvest Time", typically you wouldn't think the harvest is taking place in the bountiful state of Michigan. Times are changing! It's harvest season for cranberries and Michigan is one of the states where we can take advantage of fresh, … [Read more...]
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