News
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MSU’s Bailey GREENhouse demonstrates the food cycle loop
Published on February 17, 2013
Hoophouse grows food year round, which then goes to dining hall, and that compost goes back into hoophouse. -
Food retailing has shifted from corner groceries, to supermarkets to supercenters
Published on February 11, 2013
The evolution of the groceries have left many living in urban areas without easy access to fresh food. -
What does a city clerk do?
Published on February 8, 2013
Rebecca Curtis explains her role as the Clerk for the City of Gaylord, Mich. -
Cooperative boards need cash monitoring tools
Published on February 8, 2013
Cooperative boards should have policies in place that enable them to keep track of how the current assets of the organization are being utilized. -
Indoor air quality may be hazardous to your health
Published on February 7, 2013
The air in today’s homes and buildings may be more polluted than outdoor air. Identifying sources of indoor air quality can lead to better health. -
Organized community planning and education can enhance home safety.
Published on February 7, 2013
Communities or homeowner groups working together within the Firewise Community Program can reduce risk of loss from wildfire or other catastrophic events. By teaming up, homeowners can protect their own residences and neighbor's homes. -
Cooperative board responsibilities: Focus on governance
Published on February 7, 2013
The role of a cooperative board is to protect and make the most of the assets of the cooperative. -
Community garden leaders could glean inspiration from new workshop
Published on February 4, 2013
MSU Extension workshop gives leaders ways to simplify organizing and maintaining community gardens. -
Teaching kids about local foods helps develop a family food culture
Published on February 3, 2013
Food, society, and culture are all linked by eating together as groups. Eating together promotes solidarity and friendships. -
Locally sourced food a great way to increase profits through differentiation
Published on February 2, 2013
Help your bottom line by setting yourself apart from your competition.