September 2025
Michigan Crafted decals, stickers, and merchandise are starting to populate our craft beverage community! If you are looking to secure more merchandise, contact Jenelle at jagminj@michigan.gov. There are also many digital assets available for you to download, including social media posts and compelling videos.
Do you have a Michigan Crafted decal or sticker on your place of business? Text me a photo at 517-930-0696 or email the address above.
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Harvest season is upon us and throughout Michigan there are many farmers ready to sell high-quality wine grapes, apples, hops, berries, grain and more. Now is a great time to purchase the agriculture inputs you need to supplement your craft beverage production.
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The Michigan Craft Beverage Council expects to announce its request for proposals for the 2026 grant program in early September. Funding priorities can be reviewed ahead of time on the MDARD website.
 Michigan Craft Beverage Summit is returning in spring of 2026. Stay tuned for date and location information!
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is sponsoring a free, in-depth workshop series alongside farmer-run Understanding Ag, LLC. The series is designed to help farmers adopt soil-health practices that improve resilience, increase profitability, and support long-term sustainability. It emphasizes peer-to-peer learning and real-world experience, recognizing that farmer-to-farmer information sharing is a key driver in the adoption of regenerative agriculture practices.
A Deep Dive into Row Crops, Soil Function, and Livestock Incorporation
During this one-day workshop, you'll learn how to improve profitability by reducing inputs in row crop operations and increase net profitability through building an understanding of soil function, water holding capacity, and nutrient cycling. You'll also learn how cover crops can build soil health and generate additional income through grazing or grazing partnerships.
September 9, 2025, 9:00 AM-3:30 PM
6750 Alpine Rd., Kingston, MI 48741
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Food Export is now accepting applications for the 2026 Branded Program! The Branded Program is a 50 percent cost reimbursement program for international marketing activities. Activities that may be covered under the Branded Program include:
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International and select domestic trade shows;
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All Pavilions hosted by MDARD’s International Marketing Program qualify under the Branded Program.
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Foreign market compliant packaging and labels;
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In-store marketing and product demonstrations;
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Digital marketing in foreign markets;
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Shipping cost for samples;
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