Category: Farm Market
Michigan Agritourism debuts website to boost farm tourism
A new site is helping families, food lovers and tourists discover farms that welcome guests. Learn about Michigan Agritourism’s new website.
Farm Market Fridays: Rohrbach’s is where family fun, local goods, friendly smiles and killer BBQ meet
Meet Rohrbach’s, a Central PA treasure with a unique mix of local goods and food and a serious commitment to building community through agritourism and events.
Farm Market Fridays: Butler’s Orchard talks challenges, wins
Butler’s Orchard shares how its events and pick-your-own experiences drive year-round success. Find out what keeps customers coming back.
USDA opens $27.7M in grants for farmers markets, direct-to-consumer programs
Eligible operators and food businesses should review requirements and apply via Grants.gov by June 5, 2026.
Farm Market & Agritourism: 7 smart strategies to flip your market into a customer magnet
Attention to detail can pay off with increased foot traffic and higher sales. Learn practical tips to drive engagement at your market.
Agritourism is trending: But does it fit for your farm?
Agritourism boosts farm income and foot traffic, but it also brings new risks and demands. Review key questions before getting started.
Registration open for MSU Extension’s Agritourism Summit, Tour
The 2026 event brings farmers, business owners, community leaders and tourism professionals together. See the agenda and get registered.
$26.8M in USDA grants aims to strengthen farmers markets nationwide
Federal funding boost will support farmers markets, agritourism and local food distribution. See how the programs help grow sales.
Sound off: USDA, MSU National Farm Market Survey now open
Help the USDA understand the unique realities of farmers markets in your state and region, take the survey now!
Fusilier Family Farms, Sarah Black honored with Master Farmer Awards at Great Lakes EXPO
Read up on the winners of the 2025 Michigan Vegetable Council Master Farmer & Associate award winners from GL EXPO 2025.
Michigan Agritourism Convention marks 20th anniversary with education, farm tours
Michigan’s 20th Agritourism Convention in Frankenmuth will feature farm tours, workshops and expert speakers. Get details on the event now.
Take FGN’s 2026 Farm Market Pricing Survey
Fruit Growers News is collecting pricing data for fruits, vegetables, baked goods and more. Take the 2026 Farm Market Pricing Survey now!
Strategies to attract today’s farm market shoppers
Learn practical strategies that can help you understand your farm market customers and what they will buy before you grow.
Agritourism, organic and tech: 6 key themes from the 2025 Great Lakes EXPO
The specialty crop world held its annual get together in Michigan. Find out what growers, researchers and industry pros saw at the show.
Identifying underperforming products in your farm market
Identifying underperforming products is vital for farm markets. Penn State’s Brian Moyer provides steps on improving farm market sales.
Fusilier Family Farms, Sarah Black honored with Master Farmer Awards at Great Lakes EXPO
The Michigan Vegetable Council Master Farmer and Master Farmer Associate Awards have been handed out. Find out who won.
Hanulcik Farm Market & Orchard’s central Michigan fruit heritage
Hanulcik Farm Market & Orchard began in 1936. Read how the family operation switched to a retail focus.
