In this essay, Gary Paul Nabhan, founder of Renewing America's Food Traditions, recounts the birth of a native Michigan apple, the Shiawassee Beauty. In so doing, he urges us not only to get reacquainted with historic fruits that might be tucked away in an abandoned orchard nearby, but to restore them too. Find out what you can do!
Graceland Fruit Inc. and its signature line of infused dried cherries will be featured in the new television series, How'd That Get On My Plate? scheduled to air August 25 at 8:30 ET on the Food Network.
Great article in the Traverse City Business News about Cherry Capital Foods. Since Eric Hahn started the business 15 months ago, sales have gone up 800 percent. And what's good for his business is good for the farmers participating. Since working with Cherry Capital Foods, five farmers have had to expand their growing operations. Currently, more than 150 area farmers sell their produce directly to Cherry Capital Foods, which then delivers the goods to businesses throughout Northern Michigan, as well as Detroit, Chicago and Grand Rapids. Nice to know more businesses are serving fresh local foods to their customers. It's a win-win for all concerned.
Sign on to national "Eat the View" campaign for next president to plant the White House lawn to food!
Noted author and the "godfather of global warming awareness," Bill McKibben is coming to Traverse City on September 7 for a Rally for Local Solutions to Global Warming.
A bit beleaguered in recent years, the Cherry Festival flexed its muscle this year, showing that the event is a sustainable and vital force for the Traverse City economy. The festival drew record crowds this year, with the help of near-perfect weather, the Blue Angels and the 4th of July Friday kick-off. And local businesses report higher, if not record, sales during the week.
The Leelanau County Planning Commission recently recommended approval of an amendment to Bingham Township's zoning ordinance to make it easier for agricultural property owners to practice agritourism to attract visitors. The language expands the definition of agriculture to encourage activities previously not covered. The commission suggested the language was too narrowly focused on wineries and fruit growing operations, and suggested expanding it to include other agricultural businesses such as those that brew beer, make hard cider and grow flowers. Next up? The Bingham Township Board will consider adoption of the amendment at its next meeting on July 21.
Just a reminder that the Sara Hardy Farmers Market will relocate during the Cherry Festival from its regular location in downtown Traverse City, across from Clinch Park. It'll move to the barns behind the Grand Traverse Commons from 8 a.m. to noon on July 5, 9 and 12. Follow the signs from the corner of Division and 11th streets.
One of Michigan's best economic opportunities is growing all around us: Local food from local farms. Check out a recent Antrim County farm tour and some statewide thinking that came out of it here.
The Leland Report shares photos and comments on the well-attended Leland Wine & Food Festival...including info on the bear spotted in town.
Don Coe, managing partner of Black Star Farms in Suttons Bay, Michigan, won the 2008 Rueben Brigham Award from the Association for Communication Excellence in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Life and Human Sciences. Established in 1947, the award recognizes a communicator who has made a major contribution in the field of agriculture, natural resources, or life and human sciences at the regional, national or international level.
Volunteer numbers are down for the National Cherry Festival, reports the Traverse City Business News. Officials are hoping for 850 to 1,000 volunteers, and as of Tuesday, had 487. They are especially looking for teams. So far, only 15 teams have signed up, down from 52 last year. The festival wil be held July 5 - 12 in Traverse City, Michigan. To volunteer, contact Melanie Schurkamp at 231-947-4230, Melanie@cherryFestival.org.
A new foodie magazine will debut in northern Michigan, reports the Traverse City Business News. Traverse City-based Village Press Inc. plans to launch The 45th: wine, food and leisure in Northern Michigan, with the first issue scheduled for May 2009.
Timothy Young reports that after last night's nearly 4-hour Benzie County Zoning Board hearing, Food For Thought received its Special Land Use permit to continue doing business at their location on Oviatt Road, in Honor, Michigan. Congratulations! And thanks to all who commented on this blog, attended the hearing, and wrote letters in support of Food For Thought
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