News
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Improving your share of the market doesn’t always take a big change
Published on February 23, 2015
Increasing your bottom line may not require adding a completely new skill set. It may mean just using the skills you already possess to provide crops to a new customer base. -
Muskegon’s local food scene is emerging
Published on February 6, 2015
Several exciting local food projects are in under development in this lakeshore community. -
Increasing the supply of locally-produced foods in Michigan
Published on February 3, 2015
MSU Extension will offer three programs to assist in applying for grants to increase the supply of locally produced foods. -
Where are Michigan’s food hubs?
Published on January 26, 2015
Learn more about the key projects growing the local food system in Michigan. -
Opportunity abounds in the Michigan food and agriculture industry
Published on January 26, 2015
Governor Rick Snyder proclaims food and agriculture industry in Michigan exceeds $100 billion. -
How to purchase local Michigan food year-round
Published on January 26, 2015
Despite the layer of snow across the state, winter produce markets are still open for business. -
Bay area vegetable research and marketing update
Published on January 8, 2015
An upcoming meeting will introduce vegetable research specialists and marketing opportunities to Michigan’s Bay area vegetable growers. -
Resolve to get business counseling in the New Year
Published on December 31, 2014
The MSU Product Center is the go-to place for food, agriculture, bio-economy, and natural resources-based business counseling. -
Ag Action Day 2015 to include hops production sessions
Published on December 30, 2014
Michigan State University Extension will host Ag Action Day 2015, an agriculture and home horticulture networking and educational event, Jan. 30, in Oshtemo Township, Michigan. -
San Francisco Giants hit home run with new local food initiative
Published on December 23, 2014
Bon Appetit Management Company, a leader in local food service management, and MLB's Giants partner on outfield garden for fruits, vegetables, flowers and even sod.