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Farmers markets can link with vendors through Market Maker: Part 2
Published on June 5, 2013
Farmers markets and other users of agricultural products can easily identify local sources by making business connections with vendors using the online tool Market Maker. -
Have you joined the food movement?
Published on May 31, 2013
Become a part of the food movement by seeking out opportunities to purchase local foods through markets, grocery stores and restaurants. -
Michigan institutions expand local food purchasing
Published on May 31, 2013
Recent surveys by the Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems (CRFS) demonstrate that many institutions are eager to put more local food on their menus and area farmers are interested in supplying it. -
Clearing up confusion about artisan food
Published on May 30, 2013
In an environment where the term “artisan” has become the latest buzzword, how does a consumer distinguish between a marketing label and the real deal? -
Celebrating Made in Michigan week at school cafeterias
Published on May 23, 2013
Students enjoy a variety of healthful local foods in May. -
Thick or thin? What’s the best asparagus for your table?
Published on May 23, 2013
May is Michigan Asparagus Month but opinions vary about whether thin or thick asparagus is the best for your table. What you should know about this culinary conundrum. -
May is National Asparagus Month
Published on May 6, 2013
Michigan is among the top three producers of asparagus in the United States. Michigan grown asparagus will be available soon. -
To tweet or not to tweet: What is Twitter and why should business owners care?
Published on May 5, 2013
Before you can decide if Twitter the right strategy for your business, you must first understand the basics of the popular social networking service. -
To tweet or not to tweet: How to use Twitter successfully from the start
Published on May 5, 2013
If you’ve decided Twitter is right for you as a method for promoting your business, you next need to get tweeting. Here are some tips on getting started. -
To tweet or not to tweet: Why is Twitter so popular?
Published on May 5, 2013
Understand why Twitter is used by millions is key to using Twitter successfully. You must assess whether Twitter is the right social media tool for your business, farm or farmers market to reach out to customers and community.