Great lakes garlic farms project aims to significantly increase the supply of organic ingredients and valueadded products within grand traverse county michigan addressing a critical GAP in the local…

Great lakes garlic farms project aims to significantly increase the supply of organic ingredients and valueadded products within grand traverse county michigan addressing a critical GAP in the local market. The project will involve the purchase and installation of expanded processing equipment to facilitate the production of dehydrated vegetable powders cubed and minced shelfstable products and alternative flours alongside the creation of a dedicated facility for the storage of organic livestock feed. Anticipated outcomes include a substantial increase in the availability of domestically produced organic grains legumes and animal protein directly benefiting farmers ranchers and processors within the region. This expanded capacity will allow great lakes garlic farm to strengthen its organizational capabilities and serve as a central hub for processing organic ingredients from multiple farms effectively creating a more robust local food system. The project will also establish enduser markets for organic rotational crops further supporting the economic viability of local organic production. This initiative will provide greater access to organic ingredients for consumers and contribute to the overall growth of the organic agricultural sector offering a reliable source of locally produced goods and strengthening the connections between producers and consumers within the community.