Thank you for visiting us at our Winter Markets.
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Introducing…the farmers!
We are lucky to work with an amazing group of local farmers! Here are profiles on some of our regulars. Stay tuned for new additions, or stop by the market to meet them in person.
Apple Schram Organic Orchard
Farmer: Jane Bush
Location: Charlotte, MI
Apple Schram is located on West Mount Hope Hwy. Farmer Jane Bush bought the orchard 17 years ago, and today manages the farm organically, producing apple products like cider, applesauce, and apple butter, as well as other farm products and vegetables grown in her hoop house. Jane is also the founder of the farmer’s egg cooperative, Grazing Fields.
Clark Sugarbush Farm
Farmer: Wes and Janet Clark
Location: Mason, MI
The Clark family has been farming for over one hundred years. Wes and Janet grow perennials, tomatoes, peppers, pumpkins, squash and unusual veggies like purple potatoes on their 123-acre farm. They also produce maple syrup and don’t use any chemical pesticides or fertilizers on their plants.
Green Eagle Farm
Farmers: Chéla Ashley and Steve Gross
Location: Onandaga, MI
This family farm offers a variety of produce, including basil, beans, beets, broccoli, cabbage, cantaloupe, carrots, collards, corn, cucumbers, eggplants, flowers, kohlrabi, lettuce, okra, onions, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, spinach, strawberries, and much more!
Felzke Farms
Farmer: Jane Landosky
Location: Dewitt, MI
The Felzke Farm has been in the family since 1902. They specialize in strawberries, black and red raspberries, tomatoes, sweet corn, and more. Visit them on the web at www.felzkefarms.com.
The Giving Tree Farms
Location: Lansing, MI
Giving Tree Farm has several programs. They were created to serve the disabled and their families near Lansing, Michigan. The farm has a community-supported agriculture program, horticultural therapy, and horticultural training. They work with Michigan State University’s Department of Horticulture on organic research projects, and do research with growing in unheated hoophouses year round. They employ interns and students, as well as people with disabilities.
The Vang Family
Farmer: Boua Chao Vang
Location: Lansing, MI
The Vangs are a Lansing couple who have some of the best looking beets in town. They have a variety of produce, including rhubarb, collards, carrots and cabbage.
Nodding Thistle
Farmer: Patricia Baker-Smith
Location: Nashville, MI
At Nodding Thistle you can expect to find a variety of fresh fruit, herbs and vegetables. Nodding Thistle is pesticide free and Certified Naturally Grown [same rules as organic certification but geared towards growers that sell locally].
Tom’s Farm Produce
Farmer: Tom Larkin & Tammy Clegg
Location: Onandage, MI
New to the Allen Street Market and farming, Tom’s Farm Produce is enjoying the rewarding career as a new farmer. They offer a variety of produce including, eggplant, squash, cabbage and watermelon.
The Miller’s
Farmer: Wilma & Daniel Miller
Location: Ashley, MI
Another new grower at the Market this year, the Miller’s. They offer fresh eggs, in addition to an array of fruits and vegetables. Be sure to stop by and inquire about ordering a farm raised chicken.
The Thao’s
The Farmer: Dou Thao
Location: Lansing, MI
The Thao’s are a local family farm that faithfully dedicates itself to producing fruit & vegetables of the highest quality. In addition to the tasty foods, you can also find fresh cut flowers!
Meet the Bakers!
Alice’s Kitchen
Baker: Alice & Raymond Harris
Location: Grand Ledge, MI
This is the second year for Alice & Ray at the Allen Street Farmers Market and the neighborhood is thrilled that they are back! Alice’s baked goods are truly one of a kind. Her specialties include sweet potato pie, cobblers, sweet breads and cinnamon rolls. Raymond also builds tater and onion bins. This year Alice has featured a selection of fresh fish from Lake MI, in addition to a variety of pies, as well as muffins and cookies.
Stone Circle Bakehouse
Baker: Kevin Cosgrove
Location: Holt, MI
The market is excited to have Stone Circle Bakehouse breads this season. Kevin provides hand formed loaves, baked on the hearth of a wood fired oven. All breads are natural, and he uses both sour dough and yeast starters. You can expect to find a creative loaf among such as, portobello garlic in addition to classic Italian and multi-grain breads. They are delicious!
Meet the Arts & Crafts Vendors!
Soulful Earth Herbals
Artist: Kathaleen Parker
Location: Lansing, MI
Kathaleen offers natural handcrafted soaps, lotions, healing salve, bath treatments, and lip balm. Her products are made with care and of the highest quality.
Keep an eye on this page, and the Eastside Monthly for breaking market news!