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  • Moving beyond cottage food

    Published on November 18, 2024
    Expand your cottage food business by becoming a licensed food vendor.

  • The what, why and how of organic: Resources and recordings available

    Published on October 29, 2024
    Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification.

  • Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation

    Published on October 24, 2024
    Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees.

  • Create a winning vendor space at holiday festivals and markets

    Published on October 22, 2024
    Read on for lessons from Demo Day 2024.

  • Connecting the Dots: The 2024 Upper Peninsula Food Distribution Symposium

    Published on October 14, 2024
    On September 24, 2024, over 80 representatives invested in the food system, including farmers, institutional buyers, and funders, gathered to discuss community-led solutions to this issue at the UP Food Distribution Symposium held in Marquette.

  • Apply now for SARE Farmer Rancher and Youth Educator Grants

    Published on September 17, 2024
    USDA Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education funds farmer-led innovations and connecting youth with the land.

  • Grants for farm research and outreach as well as building partnerships

    Published on September 10, 2024
    SARE grants available to foster cooperation between agriculture professionals and small groups of farmers and ranchers.

  • MSU Extension DEMaND Series wins national award

    Published on August 22, 2024
    The DEMaND program was named National Winner of Search for Excellence by the National Association of County Agricultural Agents.

  • UP Food Distribution Symposium aims to brainstorm solutions to improve regional food access and food business viability

    Published on August 20, 2024
    All are welcome to attend a day-long solutions workshop to address food distribution in the Upper Peninsula hosted by the Michigan State University (MSU) Center for Regional Food Systems, MSU Product Center, and partners.

  • “Let’s Help Her Win” TV show accepting applications for season 2 contestants

    Published on July 2, 2024
    Grand Rapids, Michigan-based YouTube show connects contestants to mentors, technical assistance, and investors.

  • Guidelines for offering samples of food and beverage products at farmers markets

    Published on June 21, 2024
    Be sure you know these important food safety practices.

  • Tips for food businesses planning for fall

    Published on June 20, 2024
    Food businesses should start preparing for fall sales now.

  • More than just funding: Collaborative Support for Michigan Entrepreneurs

    Published on June 6, 2024
    With support from organizations like CRFS, the MSU Product Center, and Michigan Good Food Fund, food and farm businesses have access to necessary business resources and funding assistance.

  • Exploring Organic Webinar Series resources and recordings available

    Published on May 23, 2024
    Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification.

  • Family Farms Conference workshop recordings highlight sustainable agriculture

    Published on May 17, 2024
    Videos include farmer SARE grant projects, farmer wellness, farm to school, agritourism, small-scale livestock and more.

  • 2024 Making It In Michigan Trade Show awards

    Published on May 3, 2024
    Michigan retailers invite food entrepreneurs to sell in their stores.

  • The MSU Product Center awards Protein Pints as the 2024 Young Innovator of the Year at the Making It In Michigan Conference

    Published on April 24, 2024
    Protein Pints is a delicious protein ice cream.

  • Mushroom Angel Co., LLC wins MSU Product Center’s 2024 Start Up to Watch Award

    Published on April 24, 2024
    This Woman- and Black-owned, Detroit-based business is bringing alternative protein products to the market.

  • Sticky Spoons Jam, LLC wins MSU Product Center’s 2024 Best Barrier Buster Award

    Published on April 24, 2024
    This veteran-owned, women-owned, and Black-owned Business has been working hard to expand.

  • The MSU Product Center awards M&R Pickling the 2024 Value-Added Agriculture Award at the Making It In Michigan Conference

    Published on April 24, 2024
    M&R Pickling is an Amish-owned canning company.

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