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...]
12 West Michigan Farmers Markets For Fall Bounty
Farmers' markets are one of the oldest forms of direct marketing by small farmers. From the traditional "mercados" in the Peruvian Andes to the unique street markets in Asia, growers all over the world gather weekly to sell their produce directly to the public. Surprising to … [Read more...]
West Michigan U-Pick Hidden Gem on the Ridge
It was a cloudy Tuesday in West Michigan and I was headed for the "Ridge" to explore the country roads leading to beautiful family farms when I stumbled upon Brechting Farms at 1307 6 Mile Rd, NW in Comstock Park. Fruit Ridge is a topographical land feature northwest of Grand … [Read more...]
Greater Grand Rapids CSAs
Below is information as gleaned from publicly available sources. As I have discovered over the years, farmers are often busy planting/growing/harvesting/planning and don't always update their websites or social media. So please be sure to verify prices and pickup information with … [Read more...]
