This event is part of Michigan State University’s Specialty Cut Flower Tours and First Generation Farm Mentors Tours. Michelle Shackelford and MSU Extension Educators will lead a facilitated discussion on “Building a Farm That Fits: Lessons from Growing Flowers in Leelanau County.” As participants explore the farm, she will share the decisions that have shaped her operation, from hoop house production and irrigation systems to crop selection, labor, sales channels, and future growth plans. Along the way, attendees will gain practical insights into how thoughtful production and business decisions can help create a farm that aligns with both market opportunities and personal goals
