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Sunrise over Sawmill Road by Todd S. Klassy
Sunrise over Sawmill Road by Todd S. Klassy


Active Community Articles

Oh Gawsh! Organics!

  • A student's look at progressive agriculture in Michigan.

Outside Reports

What will you be eating when the revolution comes?

  • Prolific writer Bill McKinnen writes about the Cuban organic situation.

General Information/History

  • Agriculture is the 2nd largest industry in Michigan, whose unique climate allows 125 different crops to be grown.
  • 99% of Ohio farms are family farms, and collectively grow 200 different crops.
  • Michigan's flowering and bedding plant, blueberry and christmas tree industries are the largest in the nation.
  • New York state is home to the most registered community gardens at 20. Second is California with 14.

External Sources

Organic Growers of Michigan
National Organic Program
Michigan Organic Food and Farm Association
American Community Gardening Association
Federation of Cuty Farms and Community Gardens
Guerilla Gardening
Canadian Organic Growers