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Farmers Markets in Southeast Michigan

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It’s the return of Farmers Market season here in Michigan…YAY! There’s just something about going to a local market and talking directly to the farmers who made your food. Not to mention admiring the beautiful colors, people watching, taste testing and free kid fun, too. Thankfully, Michigan has an abundance of beautiful produce, meat products, dry goods and more.

In fact, here are some cool facts about Michigan agriculture!

12 Facts About Michigan Agriculture

  • Michigan slices more apples than any other state for use in pies and fresh-cut slices
  • Huron County, Michigan {in the thumb} is one of the top dry bean producing counties in the country
  • Michigan ranks third in the nation for asparagus production
  • Modern day blueberry farming began in Michigan in the early 1900s
  • Michigan has 114,000 beef cows and 381,000 dairy cows
  • Michigan produces more cherries than any other state
  • Soybeans are Michigan’s top food export
  • Michigan ranks third in the nation for the number of Christmas trees harvested
  • Michigan ranks first national in the production of cucumbers for pickling
  • More than 500,000 acres of wheat are planted a year in 50 of Michigan’s 83 counties
  • Michigan’s pork industry contributes more than $500 million to the state’s economy each year
  • Michigan has 100+ commercial wineries producing more than 1.4 million gallons of wine each year

Cool stuff, right? Obviously it’s easy to buy local when you are aware of what comes from our own state and when it is in season. But for those times you want to chat directly with those producing your food, farmers markets are wonderful.

Don’t forget to barter at the end of the day for the best prices, too! {While most markets are outside in 2021, they will require face masks, so come prepared!}

45+ FARMERS MARKETS IN SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN

Visit these markets throughout the Ann Arbor, Detroit, Flint and Lansing areas for the best produce available.

Farmers Markets in Southeast Michigan

INGHAM COUNTY

GENESEE COUNTY

LIVINGSTON COUNTY

MACOMB COUNTY

OAKLAND COUNTY

WASHTENAW COUNTY

WAYNE COUNTY

Which farmers market is your favorite? 

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  1. I love Farmer’s Market season! The one in Downtown Rochester is one of my favorites. It has a large enough variety (meats, dairy, veggies, and more) but small enough that you can really talk to the owners and get to know them.

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    • Thanks for the tip — I added it 🙂 And yes, definitely go to the R.O. one…That almost rivals Eastern Market — it’s big!

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  3. I loooove farmer’s markets, so this list is a huge help–thanks! 🙂 Also a lot of surprising ag facts…I knew cherries were big in Michigan, but soybeans?

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  4. So many farmers markets to chose from. I love it. Bookmarking this post, in hopes of visiting several of these over the summer.

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  5. I love learning all about Michigan agriculture! I wish I could have gone on that farm tour with you! I’m pinning this list of farmer’s markets–so handy for when we travel around the state in the summer. TY lady! Farmer’s Market season is the best.

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  6. I love going to farmers’ markets, especially Eastern Market in Detroit. This is such a great resource, so I’ve pinned it to my Travel | Michigan board for my Pinterest followers. I really enjoyed the fun facts shared about Michigan’s agriculture industry. I actually knew Huron County was the top bean producer from my day’s as a reporter up in the thumb!

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  9. Sounds awesome! So glad you guys take advantage of your local farmers market! If you ask me, your local farmer’s market is the best place to get fresh fruits, veggies, and other necessities! Thanks so much for sharing what you learned!

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