It's Important to Support Michigan's Economy!

Glen's Fresh Market is proud to feature great products made right here in Michigan. Throughout our stores you’ll discover thousands of products from Michigan farmers, growers, and processors. We support our state’s economy and understand the importance of bringing these Michigan products to you and your families to enjoy in your home.

How Can I Make A Difference?

Saving Michigan’s economy sounds like a pretty big task, but there are plenty of little things we can all do that will make an impact.

• Make changes in your buying habits by purchasing Michigan’s Best products. For a complete list of products, click here.
• Read labels before you make a purchase and ask yourself if there is a Michigan-made alternative.
• Visit a gallery, museum, park, or zoo each month to promote Michigan tourism.
• Mention your support for Michigan’s Best on your Facebook page, or tweet about it!
• Invited to a party? Bring your host or hostess a Michigan thank-you gift.
• Suggest that your favorite restaurants carry more Michigan food, wine, and beer.

Top 5 Reasons to Buy Local

Buying local helps keep our families, friends, and neighbors employed. Buying locally also benefits and strengthens our communities by boosting the local and state economy.

1. Keeps money in local economy. If each family started spending $10 per week of their grocery bill on Michigan products, we’d keep more than $37 million circulating in Michigan each week. (Source: Michigan Department of Agriculture)
2. Creates more good jobs. Nationally, small businesses are our largest employer!
3. Local products taste better and are better for you. Produce is usually picked within days, and is loaded with fresh flavor. When food is shipped long distances from other states and countries, it loses nutrients quickly!
4. Reduces fossil fuels and helps the environment. The fewer miles your food has to travel, the less environmental damages occur. Plus, well-managed farms conserve fartile soil and clean water in our communities.
5. Local food is about the future. Farmers are a vanishing breed; our support could allow them to stay around for many years to come. By supporting local businesses, we are helping to ensure a strong business presence in our communities tomorrow. Check out all the companies in Michigan that are helping our economy today.