June 2023
Information courtesy of American Cider Association
In the United States, pride marches and parades trace their roots back to 1970 when they were created to mark the anniversary and commemorate the 1969 Stonewall Riots in New York City. Today Pride Month is celebrated every June across the country to create a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community to be visible and wholly themselves. But what if there are ways you could create that space within your cider company culture all year long?
Read examples from American Cider Association on how to create a more inclusive culture in your workplace.
Applications accepted until 5 p.m. on June 16, 2023
Michigan’s small distillers, or an out-of-state entity that is the substantial equivalent of a small distiller, may file an application with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) to be certified as a qualified small distiller. Qualified distillers applying for this certification will be eligible for a reduced mark-up beginning January 1, 2024. All current Qualified Distiller Certificates must be renewed by July 1, 2023.
View more information and the application link.
Are you a grower looking to find new markets in the craft beverage industry? Are you a craft beverage producer looking to source Michigan-grown crops near you? The Michigan Craft Beverage Council is building a new craft beverage crop directory to help support the agricultural supply chain that makes our craft beverage industry so strong.
Submitting farm information is quick and easy using this grower form.
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Do you own a winery, cidery, brewery or distillery and intend to purchase Michigan-grown specialty crops for production?
Answer this simple 4 question poll to let us know!
The poll will take less than a minute and also gives you the option of sharing your thoughts on how we can improve the directory.
Secure your tickets for the 2023 Michigan Governor's Cup events and be among the first to taste the winning wines from the most recent statewide wine competition.
Tickets for the 2023 MI Governor's Cup Award Gala & Dinner are on sale. Enjoy an elegant and exclusive dinner celebrating the most highly rated wines of the competition, witness a historic award ceremony, and share space with some of Michigan’s most elite wine industry professionals. Purchase Gala tickets.
Tickets are also available for the official Winners' Showcase Tasting. This is a casual and fun opportunity to taste through some of the best wines from the 2023 MI Governor's Cup Competition while mingling with winemakers and enjoying works of art compliments of the Lansing Art Gallery. Purchase Showcase tickets.
View results of the 2023 Governor’s Cup Wine Competition.
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Digital versions are online.
Is your business impacted by issues facing Michigan’s rural communities, including high-speed internet, housing, and transportation and infrastructure? Stay current on opportunities through MDARD’s Office of Rural Development by signing up for their newsletter.
View the most recent newsletter and sign up for future notifications.
GLINTCAP took place May 17-19 in Grand Rapids. Out of 1,400 entries, 1,283 medals were awarded, including 208 Gold, 676 Silver, and 399 Bronze. Congratulations to our Michigan producers who were awarded Best in Class medals, including Uncle John’s, Bee Well Mead and Cider, Suttons Bay Ciders and Tandem Ciders.
View the full list of results.
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