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!
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Jul 16
Michigan Cottage Food Law
July 16, 2026 – December 7, 2026 Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Aug 6
Preserving MI Harvest-Sweet and Savory Salsa
August 6, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Join us to learn about preserving salsa using a variety of fruits. Salsa is not only savory favorite but a sweet addition to any meal.
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Aug 6
8-Hour ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam –Kent County - Thursday, August 6, 2026
August 6, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM Kent County Extension Office 775 Ball Ave. N.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49503
MSU Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® Manager training course and certification exam. This class is designed for anyone working in the food service industry, including non-profit organizations.
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Aug 10
Serving up Food Safety - Fermenting Kimchi Safely
August 10, 2026 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.
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Aug 11
SERVSAFE® MANAGER TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION EXAM- LENAWEE -11AUG2026
August 11, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM 9:00 am - 5:00 pm MSU Extension Lenawee County, 1040 S. Winter St., Adrian, MI 49221
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe, a national certification program for those working in foodservice, including non-profit organizations.
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Aug 11
ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Kalamazoo - Aug. 11, 2026
August 11, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM Kalamazoo County Expo Center, 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in foodservice.
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Aug 12
ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Van Buren - Aug. 12, 2026
August 12, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM MSU Extension Office - 57418 County Road 681 Hartford, MI 49057
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in foodservice.
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Aug 13
Preserving MI Harvest-Preserving Tomatoes
August 13, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
What to do with your bounty of tomatoes? We'll share a variety of ways to preserve them to enjoy year-round.
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Aug 13
Michigan Cottage Food Law
August 13, 2026 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Aug 13
Guidance for Food Handlers on the Management of Halal Food 13AUG26
August 13, 2026 2:00PM – 2:30PM Online Zoom Webinar
Participants will gain knowledge and confidence in handling halal food safely for consumers while integrating key food safety practices.
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Aug 17
Serving up Food Safety - Processed Foods and Preservatives
August 17, 2026 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.
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Aug 17
Selling MI Honey & Maple Syrup - Safely! August 17
August 17, 2026 6:00PM – 8:00PM Virtual on zoom
Learn how to safely handle, package and store honey and maple syrup, and understand the exemption guidelines for selling these products in Michigan.
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Aug 18
ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Branch - Aug. 18, 2026
August 18, 2026 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.
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Aug 19
ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Berrien - Aug. 19, 2026
August 19, 2026 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.
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Aug 19
Guidance for Food Handlers on the Management of Halal Food 19AUG26
August 19, 2026 10:00AM – 11:30AM Online Zoom Webinar
Participants will gain knowledge and confidence in handling halal food safely for consumers while integrating key food safety practices.
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Aug 20
Preserving MI Harvest-Three Sisters: Preserving Corn, Beans and Squash
August 20, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
These vegetables are staples in many home kitchens. We know they grow well together. So, let's preserve them and enjoy the three sisters all year long.
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Aug 20
Safe Food = Healthy Kids Online Class August 20
August 20, 2026 6:00PM – 9:00PM Virtual Zoom
Safe Food = Healthy Kids is an interactive food safety workshop for childcare providers.
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Aug 24
Serving up Food Safety - Room Temperature or Risky Business? Safe Food Storage Made Simple
August 24, 2026 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.
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Aug 25
ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Calhoun - Aug. 25, 2026
August 25, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM MSU Extension Office Calhoun County - 315 W Green Street Marshall, MI 49068
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in foodservice.
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Aug 27
8-hour ServSafe® Manager training & certification exam - Jackson 27AUG2026
August 27, 2026 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.