News & Fun in Michigan
Federal tariffs and retaliatory trade measures have slashed Michigan’s agricultural exports — wheat down 89%, apples 58% — while raising consumer costs. The strain on farmers and food supply chains threatens jobs and affordable groceries.
Michigan’s apple growers expect 30 million bushels in 2025, driven by favorable weather, high-density orchards, and family-run farms across 38,000 acres.
Michigan legislators are calling out the DNR and Attorney General’s Office for what they claim is political targeting of hog farmers under vague invasive species rules.
Gagetown, founded by Joseph Gage, thrived through a vital grist mill and railroad connections, fostering economic growth. Despite devastating fires, the community rebuilt, preserving its history of resilience and unity through shared activities and memories.
The early 1900s in Kingston, Michigan, reflect the essence of rural American life. This quiet village in Tuscola County provides a fascinating glimpse into Kingston Michigan history and how community, agriculture, and transportation defined small-town living. Life Centered on Main Street …
Michigan Rep. Joseph Fox supports legislation banning sanctuary cities, linking state funding to compliance with federal immigration laws. He emphasizes legal immigration, particularly for agricultural workers, amidst national immigration policy debates.
Michigan allocates $1.8 million in grants to enhance rural infrastructure, food systems, and renewable energy. The funds support projects like solar installations, water system overhauls, and local food initiatives, fostering economic growth and community resilience across underserved areas.
New research from Michigan State University examines the impact of sustainable farming on food safety, highlighting the complex trade-offs in health and environmental outcomes. MSU Research Uncovers Health Impacts of Sustainable Agriculture Practices East Lansing, MI – While sustainable agriculture is …
