November 2024: Michigan Craft Beverage Month

WHEREAS, Michigan's craft beverage industry includes more than 190 wineries, 110 small distillers, 400 breweries, and nearly 200 cideries who continue to produce nationally recognized, award-winning craft beverages; and,

WHEREAS, Michigan’s craft beverage industry is inextricably tied to agriculture with more than 3,375 wine grape acres, 670 hop acres, and expansive acreage of apples, fruits, wheat, corn, barley, and other grains dedicated to craft beverage production; and,

WHEREAS, Michigan ranks sixth in the nation for craft distilleries, ninth in the country for wine production, sixth in the United States for craft breweries, and is consistently one of the nation’s top producers of hard cider; and,

WHEREAS, More than 900 craft beverage producers in 78 of Michigan’s 83 counties contribute to economic vitality throughout Michigan, thriving at the intersect of agriculture, value-added processing, and beverage manufacturing; and,

WHEREAS, Michigan craft beverage companies are a dynamic component of community placemaking efforts, rural development, and the state’s tourism industry; and,

WHEREAS, during this month, we encourage Michiganders to support our local, regional, and statewide craft beverage producers through holiday meal planning, gift-giving, and safe, responsible festivities;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim November 2024 as Michigan Craft Beverage Month in Michigan.