Local Impact

Given all the safe and abundant food grown here, Michigan agriculture products are a great investment for your family and ours.

Myth

Buying Michigan-grown food has no impact on the local economy.

Fact

If every Michigan household spent $10 of their weekly grocery budget on Michigan food, over $37 million would stay in the Michigan economy each week.

Did you know?

• Michigan produces more than 200 agricultural commodities.
• Michigan is second to California for the state with the most diverse agriculture industry.
• Michigan leads the nation or ranks in the top 10 for the production of more than 20 commodities.
• The top commodity sectors in Michigan are:
  • Grains, oilseeds, dry beans - 30 percent of sales.
  • Milk and dairy products - 22 percent of sales.
  • Nursery, floriculture and greenhouse - 11 percent of sales.

Where can I purchase locally grown food?

The Michigan Farm Market & Agricultural Tourism directory can point you to sources for safe, fresh food grown right in your community.