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Flint, Mich., area urban agriculture report – June 26, 2013
Published on June 26, 2013
Warmer temperatures and frequent rainfall are contributing to crop maturation and harvest from urban hoophouses. -
It’s summer – make half your plate Michigan grown fruits and vegetables!
Published on June 25, 2013
Fresh fruits and vegetables offer many health benefits. Summer is a great time to take advantage of all the wonderful varieties of the fresh produce grown in Michigan. -
Urban farming practices developed in France in 1850 still are used in cities today
Published on June 20, 2013
Many people believe the practice of growing vegetables in hoop houses in urban locations is a new phenomenon. History, however, tells us otherwise. The French were feeding residents of Paris from year-round urban gardens more than 150 years ago. -
Fall off-campus MSU grape, wine and plant science courses open
Published on June 20, 2013
Applied Plant Science and Viticulture certificate programs are being offered at northwest and southwest Michigan community college locations this fall by Michigan State University Institute of Agricultural Technology. -
It is great time of year to support your local food system
Published on June 19, 2013
Buying your food from local producers as well as patronizing businesses and restaurants that purchase locally grown products is one practice to support a local food system. -
2013 Michigan peach harvest date prediction
Published on June 18, 2013
The harvest of Michigan peaches in 2013 is expected to be approximately in line with the long-term average. -
To everything there is a season: understanding seasonality in Michigan
Published on June 17, 2013
In a time when most fruit and vegetable is available in the supermarket year-round, learning about seasons helps consumers make connection with local food and food systems in Michigan. Learn how to get information about seasons for fruits and vegetables. -
Fill your plate with locally grown fruits and vegetables this summer
Published on June 14, 2013
Visit local farm markets or pick your own delicious, locally grown produce. -
Senator Goeff Hansen’s Inaugural Bicycle Tour Highlights Hidden Agri-Tourism Gems in Oceana County
Published on June 13, 2013
Lieutenant Governor Brian Calley and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director Jamie Clover Adams joined the June 10, 2013 tour to promote Michigan agriculture, tourism and healthy living. -
Eggs and labels: what are the differences between store-bought and farm fresh eggs?
Published on June 13, 2013
More people are keeping laying hens or buying farm fresh eggs at local farms or farmers markets and are finding more information about them on store labels. Is there a difference between eggs you find in a store and those you get from local farms?