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Flint, Mich., area urban agriculture report – September 6, 2013
Published on September 7, 2013
Fall-like weather has arrived in the past week as the summer growing season nears its end. -
Organic: What does that really mean?
Published on September 6, 2013
The nutritional content of organic and non-organic fruits and vegetables are similar. -
Don’t wash raw chicken or turkey before cooking it
Published on September 5, 2013
Germs can be spread all over your kitchen when washing raw poultry and contaminate other foods and surfaces so don’t do it. -
Extension moves into new Grand Rapids’ Downtown Market
Published on September 3, 2013
The anticipation is finally over as MSU Extension settles in to new office space in Grand Rapid’s newest project from Grand Action, the Downtown Market. -
Michigan school districts welcome back students with Michigan apples, peaches and pears
Published on September 3, 2013
A new partnership between Cherry Capital Foods, Michigan Fruit Growers, and Chartwells School Dining Services will bring more local fruit to school meals. -
Find Michigan food products for your business at the Making it in Michigan Conference
Published on September 3, 2013
The annual Michigan State University Product Center Making it in Michigan Conference Marketplace is the go-to place to find Michigan-made food items for your business. -
Parsnips: Packing a nutritional punch
Published on August 29, 2013
This often overlooked vegetable brings a sweet nutty taste to the table. -
Public markets differ from farmers markets
Published on August 29, 2013
While farmers markets and public markets both exist to connect food producers with food consumers, there are some important distinctions. -
Explore the history of Michigan through its many food festivals
Published on August 29, 2013
Local food can provide opportunities for history and culture lessons. -
Do you have access to good food?
Published on August 29, 2013
Residents in many communities face challenges to have access to healthy food.