About Us
Our Mission
Grow Good Food
It may sound simple but in our world, taking local food back to a time where GMO’s and chemicals weren’t even a blip on the radar of agriculture is what we aim to achieve. At Lake Michigan Farms, we’re focused on growing food that’s good for you AND the environment, without any of the extra stuff. All of our produce items are cultivated by hand using 100% organic practices. We have opted for an innovative approach using both traditional and modern farming techniques that preserve our native ecosystems while promoting year-round cultivation of fresh produce, herbs and botanicals. Our first major project is a local Farm To School Program in partnership with the Beaver Island Community School. Click the button below to learn more!
Our Vision
Independence Without Imports
100% of Beaver Island’s commercial food supply comes from imports. This dependency is even more challenging than a mainland territory because there is only 1 way to get food to us in the Winter: plane; a transportation system entirely at the mercy of Mother Nature. Unpredictable weather patterns can leave residents and businesses without consistent access to fresh food and commodities for weeks, if not longer. With the complexities of living on a remote island, having year-round access fresh, organic nutrition doesn’t have to be one of them.
Our aim is to eliminate reliance on produce imports by restoring sustainable agriculture as an industry in our community. Using both modern and traditional organic farming methods, our efforts will establish food sovereignty and year-round security for our island as well as strengthen the local economy by creating livable wage jobs.
Our Offerings
Farm Products
All of our crops are grown from certified GMO-FREE ORGANIC seeds using 100% Natural Methods. We mix our own soil from a custom blend of island made compost and OMRI certified organic coconut coir that later gets recycled for use at our produce farm.
Sprouts
Sprouts are a popular low-maintenance choice for anyone looking to add a high-value source of nutrition. Fast growing and easy to eat, ready for your plate in as little as 4 days!
Micro-greens
A wide variety of staple produce items plus an exclusive selection found only here at Lake Michigan Farms. Shop our current offering at the local grocery McDonough's Market!
Indoor Gardens
Custom made planters for your indoor spaces to grow fresh herbs, microgreens and sprouts all year long! Select your size, style and seeds. Let us take care of the rest!
Farm Services
Spring is just around the corner folks! Help us grow what YOU want to eat by participating in our online surveys. Take a look below at the areas we are currently focusing on. To learn more about our research click here!
Community
Above all else, our community comes first! From seasonal residents to year-round warriors, we want to hear about the ways that you’d like to see our local food improve.
Food Processors
From restaurant owners/employees to farm suppliers and even makers or artists, if your lifestyle involves processing food in any capacity, we want to hear from you!
Farmers/ Ranchers/ Foragers
Are you an island resident who is currently growing food, managing livestock or hiking for wild edibles and selling to the public? Click below to learn more.
Join Us!
If you would like to join our research team or have any questions, we would love to hear from you! Click the button below to contact us.