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Seasonal tips, farm spotlights, and road trip inspiration from the heart of Michigan's Fruit Belt.

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Road Trip

The Perfect 1-Day Farm Trail Road Trip: South Haven to Grand Haven

Ninety miles. One day. Five farm stops, a roadside stand, and a hard cider at the end. The definitive Fruit Belt road trip, designed for peak blueberry season but adaptable for any time summer through fall.

June 2025 6 min read
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Seasonal Guide

The Ultimate Blueberry Season Guide for SW Michigan

Everything you need to know about blueberry picking season in Southwest Michigan — when to go, where to pick, and which farms are worth the drive.

July 2025 · 4 min read Read →
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Apple Season

Top 5 Apple Orchards Near South Haven & Fennville

The best apple orchards in the SW Michigan Fruit Belt — from Honeycrisp u-pick to cider mills and corn mazes. Your fall guide to apple picking.

September 2025 · 5 min read Read →
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Farm Spotlight

Why Michigan Peaches Are Better Than Georgia's (We Said It)

Michigan peaches from the Lake Michigan Fruit Belt are among the best in the country. Here's the science and the farms behind one of the Midwest's most underrated crops.

August 2025 · 4 min read Read →
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