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Northeast Michigan Local Foods Summit explores long-term growth opportunities
Published on April 9, 2013
More than 75 stakeholders attended Northeast Michigan Local Foods Summit to discuss community food systems work taking place in the region. -
Smart home business regulations can spur economic development
Published on April 4, 2013
Home occupations are a key part of local economies and need regulations to support them. One of the latest trends is no regulation at all as the Internet has made home-business possiblities so easy. -
Financial management: The essential third component
Published on April 4, 2013
Every business needs to make and market a product, or provide and sell a service. One overlooked but necessary discipline in any type of venture is financial management. -
Boyne City awarded Redevelopment Ready Community certification
Published on March 24, 2013
To earn certification a city must show it has a plan to help its business grow. -
New businesses succeed through partnerships
Published on March 24, 2013
Effective business support comes from effective resource sharing. -
Put local food on your menu
Published on March 24, 2013
Consumers and food businesses can both benefit from sourcing local produce. -
Certified Natural Shoreline Professional 2013 attracts contractors working on inland lake shorelines
Published on March 24, 2013
Now in its fourth year, natural shoreline certification training brings in participants from 14 Michigan counties and from Wisconsin and Indiana. -
Grant funding for growers -- Part II
Published on March 16, 2013
While not plentiful, grant opportunities for growers do exist. Here is a brief list of grants offered to Michigan growers. -
Grant funding for growers -- Part I
Published on March 16, 2013
While not plentiful, grant opportunities for growers do exist. There are, however, important things to consider if you are interested in grant funding. -
An experienced entrepreneur offers tips on selling your food product
Published on March 16, 2013
Learn more about how to use prepare for and navigate the world of selling your food product in local food stores.