Country Winds Farm houses happy goats, milk that heals
Geography: Grand Rapids When Mary Windemuller first started raising goats, they threw the unused milk on the ground. Years later, Country Winds Farm, Goat...
View ArticleShop seasonally: what's at the market now
Geography: Grand Rapids Getting kids to eat their vegetables has never been easier, not when there is chalk drawing and tractor pulls in addition to their veggies. Bring the whole family to the...
View ArticleGreen Wagon Farm grows goodness together
Geography: Ada For farmer Chad Anderson, the desire to be a farmer started in 2007, by planting a garden in Uganda.
View ArticleRF Johnson & Sons Farm shows dedication to quality, strawberries and soil
Geography: Grand Rapids When Aaron Johnson hit his “mid-life thing,” he decided that he didn’t want to be in the flooring business...
View ArticleShop Seasonally: berries, broccoli, and canning classes, oh my!
Geography: Grand Rapids Ada With so many sights, smells and...
View ArticleEarthkeeper Farm devoted to soil, community
Geography: Grand Rapids From the beginning, self-sufficiency has motivated Rachelle Bostwick to move away from supporting large corporations in every way possible.
View ArticleShop Seasonally: saying 'farewell' to rhubarb, and 'hello' to cherries, snap...
Geography: Grand Rapids 'Tis the season for a culinary adventure. Not sure what to do with all the veggies in your CSA? Want to add a few techniques to your culinary arsenal? Ever wondered how to...
View ArticleShop Seasonally: it's berry exciting!
Geography: Grand Rapids Eating seasonally can be an adventure, especially when that adventure involves fresh, local fruit. That's right, cherries are here. But that's not all that's new at the market....
View ArticleBrickyard Farms brings flavor and variety to Fulton Street Farmers Market
Geography: Grand Rapids When Valerie Lane ofBrickyard Farms, LLC first started bringing her garlic...
View ArticleShop seasonally: everything you need for a stir-fry
Geography: Grand Rapids If you were thinking that it's too hot to cook (but you still want to), have no fear, it's stir-fry season! There are few things that sautee up better than summer squash or...
View ArticleAfter more than 60 years growing, Lindberg Blueberries stays sweet
Geography: Grand Rapids While none of the original blueberry bushes remain at the centennial Lindberg farm in Coopersville, the family tradition of fruit growing remains. “Grandpa...
View ArticleShop seasonally: fickle for pickles
Geography: Grand Rapids Don't let the summer heat keep you from seeking out fresh produce at the market. Greens, peppers, eggplants, garlic...there is so much coming into season you may not even need...
View ArticleShop Seasonally: did someone say sweet corn?
Geography: Grand Rapids What's in season at the farmers market? A better question might be what isn't in season? Greens are finally making an exit, but in their place comes everything from eggplant to...
View ArticleShop Seasonally: carrots are coming
Geography: Grand Rapids August might be the perfect time to visit the market—fall crops are coming into season, and summer crops are still available. Consider visiting the market and picking up summer...
View ArticleFulton Street Farmers Market pays homage to tradition and progress
Geography: Grand Rapids As the oldest outdoor market in Grand Rapids, the Fulton Street Farmers Market has seen a lot. From several near burnouts, to a revival...
View ArticleShop Seasonally: serving up spice with peppers and onions
Geography: Grand Rapids As the season progresses, crops that need more time to develop are finally becoming ready. Consider making some fresh pizza sauce with just-ready tomatoes, or baba ganoush with...
View Article100% Homegrown program at Fulton Street Farmers Market celebrates 100% Farmer
Geography: Grand Rapids Fulton Street Farmers Market “100% Homegrown” signs celebrate growing local, and the “100% farmer.”In 2010, Fulton Street Farmers Market director Melissa Harrington began an...
View ArticleWoodbridge Dairy protects environment, practices principled farming
Geography: Grand Rapids Karin and John Uebbing first decided to change over their farm, Woodbridge Dairy in Byron Center, to certified organic...
View ArticleShop Seasonally: melons come to market
Geography: Grand Rapids With September quickly approaching, the produce at the market is getting sweeter. Several varieties of berries are coming into season, as well as musk and watermelons. Consider...
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