EPISODE · Sep 27, 2024 · 29 MIN
Michigan Made: The Legacy of Robinette’s Apple Haus and Winery
from Total Michigan
What does it take to run a top Michigan Apple Cider Destination? Meet Allan Robinette of Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery. Allan shares insights into the time sacrifices and challenges of managing a farm and business, the history of his family's farm since 1911, and the diversification strategies that have helped the business thrive, including adding a winery and various agritourism activities.Links:Robinette's Website: https://robinettes.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Robinettes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinettesapplehaus/Address:3142 4 Mile Rd NEGrand Rapids, MI 49525Subscribe to our Email Newsletter: https://totalmichigan.com/join/Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/totalmichiganWatch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@totalmichiganShow Notes:00:00 Introduction01:00 Meet Allan Robinette02:38 The History of Robinette's Apple Haus07:01 Challenges of Farming and Business Management08:27 Retail Transformation and Diversification10:21 Year-Round Operations and Customer Engagement17:54 Expanding Offerings: Wine, Hard Cider, and More20:23 U-Pick and Seasonal Activities27:58 Conclusion and Contact InformationMentioned in this episode:NWF AdVisit Our Sponsor: The National Wildlife Federation Great Lakes Chapter is working hard to protect what Michiganders love and that is our great outdoors. Learn more about threats facing all Michiganders and what the NWF is fighting for at https://nwf.org/greatlakes
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