Events

MSU Extension offers the Cottage Food Law class in either an online format or face-to-face. See the Online Cottage Food Law tab to find out more about the online class.

Face to face classes are delivered in a one- or two-hour format:

The one-hour workshop covers the food safety aspect of preparing cottage foods for sale, including preparing, packaging, labeling, storing and transporting cottage foods.
The two-hour workshop combines the business and food safety aspects of preparing and selling cottage foods safely and successfully. These workshops are taught by MSU Extension Food Safety Educators and MSU Product Center Innovation Counselors.

See the Events calendar below to find Cottage Food Law and other food safety related events available near you or online!

Apr 23

8-hour ServSafe® Manager training & certification exam - Lenawee 23April2025

April 23, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM 9:00 am to 5:00 pm MSU Extension Lenawee County 1040 S. Winter St. Adrian, MI 49221

MSU Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® Manager training course and certification exam. This class is designed for anyone working in the foodservice industry, including non-profit organizations.
Apr 24

Preserving MI Harvest- Preserving Spring Produce and Herbs

April 24, 2025 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar

Fresh produce like rhubarb and asparagus will soon be available. Join us to discover how to preserve produce and herbs from your spring harvest.
Apr 28

Serving up Food Safety - What's new in Food Safety

April 28, 2025 12:00PM – 12:30PM Zoom Webinar

Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
Apr 29

8-hour ServSafe® Manager training & certification exam - Jackson 29April2025

April 29, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM 9:00 am to 5:00 pm MSU Extension Jackson County 1715 Lansing Ave., Jackson 49202

MSU Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® Manager training course and certification exam. This class is designed for anyone working in the foodservice industry, including non-profit organizations.
Apr 29

ServSafe Manager Training & Exam – Ionia April 29th, 2025

April 29, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM MSU extension. 50 E. Sprague Rd. Ionia, MI 48846

Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe, a national certification program for those working in food service.
Apr 29

8-Hour ServSafe Manager Training – Allegan County - April 29, 2025

April 29, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM Allegan County Health Department 3255 122nd Ave, Ste 200, Allegan MI 49010

Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in food service.
Apr 30

ServSafe Manager Training & Exam – Mason - April 30, 2025

April 30, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM MSU extension. Conf rm A. 121 E. Maple St. Mason, MI. 48854

Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe, a national certification program for those working in food service.
May 1

Preserving MI Harvest- Tools of the Trade

May 1, 2025 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar

Join us and explore the variety of food preservation equipment and tools needed for canning, freezing and dehydrating food safely at home.
May 5

Serving up Food Safety - Beware of Springtime Storms

May 5, 2025 12:00PM – 12:30PM Zoom Webinar

Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
May 5

Safe Food = Healthy Kids Online Class May 5

May 5, 2025 6:00PM – 9:00PM Virtual Zoom

Safe Food = Healthy Kids is an interactive food safety workshop for childcare providers.
May 6

8-Hour ServSafe Manager Training and Examination – Muskegon County -May 6, 2025

May 6, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM Muskegon Community College Stevenson Center for Higher Education, Room 3323. 221 Quarterline Rd, Muskegon, MI 49442

Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in food service.
May 6

Michigan Cottage Food Law

May 6, 2025 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar

The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
May 8

Preserving MI Harvest- Preserving for Outdoor Adventures

May 8, 2025 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar

Whether you travel, camp, or hike, we have some great tips to keep your food safe. Learn how to dehydrate foods for snacks and meals and get some good recipe ideas!
May 12

Serving up Food Safety - Shopping at the Farmers' Market

May 12, 2025 12:00PM – 12:30PM Zoom Webinar

Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
May 12

Moving Beyond Cottage Food May 12, 2025

May 12, 2025 6:00PM – 7:30PM Zoom Webinar

Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators can learn basic knowledge to guide them in the right direction for becoming a licensed food operator and Moving Beyond Cottage Foods.
May 13

ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Berrien - May 13, 2025

May 13, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM MSU Extension Office - Berrien County 1737 Hillandale Rd., Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in foodservice.
May 14

8-hour ServSafe® Manager training & certification exam - Washtenaw 14May2025

May 14, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM 9:00 am to 5:00 pm MSU Extension Washtenaw County Western Washtenaw County Service Center 705 N. Zeeb Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48107

MSU Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® Manager training course and certification exam. This class is designed for anyone working in the foodservice industry, including non-profit organizations.
May 14

ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Branch - May 14, 2025

May 14, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM MSU Extension Office Branch County 570 Marshall Road Coldwater, MI 49036

Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in foodservice.
May 15

Preserving MI Harvest- Preservation Old and New, What Not to Do

May 15, 2025 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar

Antiquated preservation methods and modern preservation myths can lead to foodborne illness. Join us for the most current methods and safe recipes.
May 19

Serving up Food Safety - What's new in Food Safety

May 19, 2025 12:00PM – 12:30PM Zoom Webinar

Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.