News
-
Looking for nutrition in gluten-free products
Published on November 9, 2015
Celiacs and other consumers of gluten-free food are motived by nutrition and clean-eating. Company’s can follow these recommendations to improve their products’ appeal to this demographic. -
Gluten-free product and sales growth
Published on November 3, 2015
Greater availability and variety in gluten-free foods led to a 136 percent growth over the last two years with meat alternatives, desserts, snacks and energy bars at the top of the growth charts. -
How do I talk to farmers about their food safety practices?
Published on October 21, 2015
Tips for food service directors on how to purchase locally produced foods directly from farmers. -
Fall in love with Michigan’s fresh flavors
Published on October 12, 2015
Use these Michigan State University Extension resources to delight your friends and family with delicious seasonal foods. -
Local food lovers and cyclists come together for food and farm bike tour
Published on October 8, 2015
The fourth annual Tour de Food was hosted by Skyline Camp & Retreat Center, to better connect residents to farmers and good food through a family friendly outing. -
Celebrate the Michigan harvest in October
Published on October 7, 2015
Highlighting the importance of food in the U.S. is the goal of National Food Day, celebrated on October 24. -
The high cost of soil testing for urban agriculture makes financial sustainability questionable
Published on October 5, 2015
Before anyone launches an urban farm, environmental soil tests should be completed. The high costs of these tests are difficult to repay for the small farmer using produce sales as the source of income. -
Managing brown marmorated stink bugs in homes
Published on September 30, 2015
How to prevent and get rid of brown marmorated stink bugs in your home or building. -
Flint Michigan Area Urban Agriculture Report September 25, 2015
Published on September 28, 2015
Current updates about urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoop-houses and market gardens in the Flint area. -
Training available for farmers market managers
Published on September 24, 2015
MIFMA and MDARD to offer training for markets that hold cooking demonstrations and offer food samples.