In Season Food & Fun

July in Michigan

The weather is finally warming up in Michigan and we’re ready! Fresh, flavorful Michigan strawberries are arriving to herald in the season along with fresh greens and early veggies.

FRESH FROM THE FARM – Updated July 10, 2026
Fresh produce is arriving at local farm stands and farmers markets including:

• Salad greens
• Herbs
• Scallions and onions
• Garlic scapes
• Spinach
• Radishes
• Chard & kale
• Mushrooms
• Asparagus (very northern counties)
• Broccoli crowns
• Cauliflower
• Collard greens
• Green beans
• Celery
• Kohlrabi (southern counties)
• New potatoes
• Strawberries (Upper Peninsula)
• Cherries (Northwest, West Michigan)
• Blueberries (Southeast, Soutwest and West Michigan. Very close in Northwest and East Central))
• Raspberries
• Rhubarb (limited availability)
• Lavender 
• Cut flowers and Hanging baskets
• Early tomatoes (southern counties)
• Zucchini and yellow squash
• Saskatoons (southern counties)

FARM EXPERIENCES
Summer is in full swing and there are all kinds of farm experience to choose from! Many farms welcome visitors to:

• Pick your own blueberries, cherries, lavender and flowers
• Meet farm animals
• Learn about  farming activities at Summer Camps
• Wine festivals
• Meet farmers at the farmers market
• Music events on the farm

MIDSUMMER  HAPPENINGS

Each week you’ll find new events across the state! Look for:

• National Cherry Festival (finishing this week)
• Lavender events
• Sunflower Festivals

Good news! Some things are always in season in Michigan! No matter the time of year, you can enjoy locally produced Meat, Eggs, Fish, Dairy Products, Wine, Craft Beverages, Baked Goods, Jams & Salsas, Maple Syrup and Honey, and locally produced gifts.