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Michigan State University offers plant science courses at both ends of the Lower Peninsula
Published on November 8, 2012
The MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology (IAT) will conduct a variety of off-campus courses as part of the growing certificate program in applied plant science and viticulture at two locations in the spring semester. -
Cottage Food Law paves the way to establish food businesses
Published on October 31, 2012
Entrepreneurs who started their business under the Cottage Food Law are moving into commercial food production. -
Local agriculture demonstrates the value of Michigan
Published on October 26, 2012
Michigan produces a plethora of goods for the nation and for the state; learn more about how Michigan ranks and what Michigan goods you can be on the lookout for in your area. -
Considering a new fruit, vegetable or farm market venture? Attend Great Lakes Expo
Published on October 26, 2012
Great Lakes Expo takes place December 4-6 in Grand Rapids, Mich. -
Business resources available through Michigan State University Product Center-ShadeFund Partnership
Published on October 16, 2012
ShadeFund, through its field partnership with Michigan State University Product Center, provides small loans to Michigan entrepreneurs connected to the land and food system. -
Great Lakes farm market expo offers educational opportunities for local food producers
Published on October 15, 2012
Michigan expo is one ofthe largest gatherings of fruit and vegetable producers in the nation. -
Opportunities in grass finishing beef Part 2: The various methods that exist for marketing
Published on October 12, 2012
Defining grass finishing is easy; marketing may not be so easy, but it’s another important part in the process. -
Direct marketing of locally produced meats offers opportunity for livestock producers
Published on September 28, 2012
Understanding meat inspection is important to comply with regulations -
What is "good food?"
Published on September 27, 2012
Good food can be defined as healthy, green, fair and affordable. -
Farmers markets increase food access
Published on September 21, 2012
Because farmers markets in the Grand Traverse region – and in other regions – are accepting EBT and SNAP benefits, more have access to locally-grown food.