Moelker Orchards News Today

The greater Grand Rapids area and West Michigan as a whole saw several new businesses open their doors this year, from a Korean street food restaurant in Wyoming to winery in Grand Haven.

When the apples ripened this fall, Moelker Orchards reopened as Farmhaus Farms, after the co-owners of a Hudsonville-based cider company bought the century-old orchard.

Plans are underway for John Behrens of Farmhaus Cider to take over Moelker Orchards near Grand Rapids, according to municipal documents.

Moelker Orchards announced it will be closing this month after operating for more than 100 years.

Moelker Orchards announced it will close its doors permanently before the end of the year. The farm says it will close Dec. 23 after 115 years of service.

After 115 years, Moelker Orchards in Grand Rapids will be closing permanently, according to a post on the orchard's Facebook page.

After 115 years, Moelker Orchards is closing for good.

Moelker Orchards announced it will close its doors permanently before the end of the year. The farm says it will close Dec. 23 after 115 years of service.

After 115 years, Moelker Orchards is closing for good.

After 115 years, Moelker Orchards is closing for good.