Agriculture
Converting invasive plants to power plants
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Removing the plants also removes excess nutrients that can be applied directly to crops as fertilizer.
Climate
Climate change diversifies Michigan wine
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A university study finds that the time Michigan grapes have to ripen has dramatically increased over the past few decades. That’s opened the door to new wine making opportunities.
Wildlife
Can tiny livestock solve big hunger?
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Eating insects is well-established in Africa, Asia and Australia. But entrepreneurs, including those in the Great Lakes region, are gearing up for its expansion in North America. The protein source could be key to feeding a rising global population if it becomes as acceptable as eating sushi.
Agriculture
New crop could raise income, produce biofuel, limit climate change, save soil
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Once dismissed as a nuisance weed, pennycress could extend growing season with a spring harvest of biodiesel fuel.
Agriculture
Rescued food feeds the poor in Michigan
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Unattractive fruits and vegetables often needlessly go to waste. That won’t be the case for 40,000 pounds of Traverse City cherries.
Agriculture
Craft beer fuels Michigan hop binge
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State now ranks fourth in producing important beer ingredient.
Art
Shopping and cooking guide links past and present of Detroit’s Eastern Market
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An on-the-ground look at Eastern Market evokes the spirit and memories of one of brightest Detroit’s gems.
Catch of the Day
Michigan producers get free export market analysis
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Reports are available for produce, dairy and alcoholic beverages, among others categories.
Land
Temporary seasonal workers face language, legal issues
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The increased number of foreign seasonal farm workers in Michigan means increased challenges for the workers, legally and economically.
Land
New apple storage containers extend life of apples
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The container uses low oxygen and elevated carbon dioxide levels to keep the apples from spoiling.