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Farmers embrace new technology to market and sell products
Published on December 31, 2012
Farmers and food entrepreneurs across the country have developed innovative ways to connect producers and purchasers through online farmers market and food co-op models. -
Attention Agricultural Producers: USDA Value-Added Producer Grants can help you expand
Published on December 31, 2012
This matching grant program to be announced in early 2013 provides farmers with planning grants and working capital. -
Create change with a smile
Published on December 28, 2012
A smile can affect mood, behavior and outcome -
Find packaging solutions through the Michigan State University Product Center
Published on December 27, 2012
Food business operators can address a variety of packaging, labeling, and food quality issues through counseling and specialized services of the Michigan State University Product Center. -
Michigan plum website: A great new way to find out about Michigan plums and where to buy them
Published on December 14, 2012
A new plum industry website will help plum lovers find locally grown, fresh market plums, as well as how to grow them. -
Everything is better with bacon
Published on December 14, 2012
Consumer demand is high for bacon in many forms. -
Shop Michigan farmers markets to prepare for the holidays
Published on December 11, 2012
Michigan has a fast-growing number of farmers markets, many of which are open this winter to meet local food demand. -
Fresh food education: The Detroit Eastern Market kiosk
Published on December 10, 2012
MSU Extension educators at Detroit Eastern Market help people get the tastiest and most nutritious fresh food. -
Right to Farm Act protects certain farm activities from some local government regulations
Published on November 27, 2012
The Right to Farm Act impacts local government regulation of certain farm activities, but it does not extend to all agricultural activity and does not supersede all local regulations. -
What is a community food system?
Published on November 13, 2012
Learn about the seven components of a community food system that are necessary to sustain and enhance your community’s economy.