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Since we're out amongst the crops weeding and such, we are CLOSED FOR SEED ORDERS (see FAQs). Look to late August / early September for resumption of orders for fall-planted grains.

Free Resources for the Self-Reliant Gardener
Whether you're beginning or advancing your self-reliant lifestyle, these practical, printable resources are here to help.
Great Lakes Staple Seeds partners with Indiana seedsman John Sherck to offer a diverse selection of regionally adapted, open-pollinated, untreated seed, each one savable and grown with care. Our varieties are chosen for resilience, nutritional value, and compatibility with ecological growing systems. From our Michigan homestead and John’s Indiana farmstead, we use regenerative practices that build soil, preserve biodiversity, and promote lasting sustainability. We're honored to be part of your healthy, self-reliant lifestyle; thank you for planting with us!
On a Michiana Homestead
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Progression of the 2025 corn planting and harvest
May 12 Planted the Johnny Dewlen Dent Corn, another wonderful day. May 11 Planted the Dobranoc Corn on a blue sky, lovely day. May 2 Planted the Polar Dent...
Progression of the 2025 corn planting and harvest
May 12 Planted the Johnny Dewlen Dent Corn, another wonderful day. May 11 Planted the Dobranoc Corn on a blue sky, lovely day. May 2 Planted the Polar Dent...
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Crispy Fried Tofu from John Sherck, Indiana's o...
Straight from John Sherck, Indiana's own Simply Staples Chef, comes this tasty and nutritious way to use your homegrown soybeans - Crispy Fried Tofu.
Crispy Fried Tofu from John Sherck, Indiana's o...
Straight from John Sherck, Indiana's own Simply Staples Chef, comes this tasty and nutritious way to use your homegrown soybeans - Crispy Fried Tofu.
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GLSS at MIFFS - March 2024!
The pdf of our presentation at MIFFS' 20th Annual Michigan Family Farms Conference given Saturday March 9th; as well as feedback from session attendees.
GLSS at MIFFS - March 2024!
The pdf of our presentation at MIFFS' 20th Annual Michigan Family Farms Conference given Saturday March 9th; as well as feedback from session attendees.