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Reducing food waste at home
Published on January 17, 2017
Living more sustainably in the New Year can be simple. -
Unique partnerships to promote farm-to-school
Published on January 12, 2017
Four Muskegon county school districts collaborate on farm-to-school projects. -
Competition for your grocery dollar drives changes in the U.S. grocery business
Published on January 11, 2017
Discount, dollar and drug stores have made big strides in the U.S. grocery business. -
Finding the right place to grocery shop
Published on January 11, 2017
A survey of recent U.S. consumer grocery shopping habits reveals changes in the types of stores where we shop. -
U.S. grocery buying and what does age and income have to do with it?
Published on January 11, 2017
Behaviors of U.S. consumers are shaping how and where we buy groceries according to current research by Mintel Group Ltd. -
Ag Action 2017 of Southwest Michigan features Food Business Development
Published on December 21, 2016
Michigan State University Extension, MSU Product Center and Kalamazoo Valley Community College will host Starting a Licensed Food Business Ag Action in early 2017. -
Food packaging – why is it designed that way?
Published on December 12, 2016
Food packaging serves important purposes beyond the look. -
Commercial smoked fish need to be properly stored
Published on December 9, 2016
Proper time and temperature control and water phase salt are methods to keep smoked fish safe. -
Support for veterans transitioning to farming increases
Published on December 9, 2016
Federal agencies, state land-grant universities and volunteer groups provide resources to veterans to help ease the change from the military to agricultural endeavors. -
Long term unemployed hindered by databased hiring practices
Published on December 5, 2016
The first line of any business is their employees. They produce the product and make contact with the customer. Procuring and properly providing personnel with compensation consistent with their contribution cannot be overlooked. -
Find new markets at the Great Lakes EXPO Meet the Buyers event
Published on November 30, 2016
Connecting with new buyers and markets for fruit and vegetable growers is made easier through the Meet the Buyers reception at the Great Lakes EXPO December 6. -
Meet a Staff Member: Mackenzie Graham
Published on November 15, 2016
Mackenzie Graham is the new graduate secretary for the Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences. -
Brand loyalty in the age of the millenial
Published on November 11, 2016
Not only are the demographic shifting, but the number of new products continues to increase. Understanding brand loyalty is essential for producers and purveyors. -
Wanted: Chestnut Growers
Published on November 7, 2016
Michigan State University is growing the chestnut industry, with demand far outpacing supply. READ -
Smoking fish for commercial use
Published on November 7, 2016
Steps to take when smoking fish to reduce the risk of food safety problems. -
Brining fish destined for the smoker is an important step
Published on November 3, 2016
Commercial regulations require smoked fish to be brined first. -
Study up on different ways to use venison
Published on October 7, 2016
Extension has a vast amount of resources available for venison meat lovers. -
Michigan potatoes are delicious autumn comfort food
Published on September 28, 2016
Potatoes are a fall crop that can be stored and savored all season long. -
Beer, hard cider and wines new to Making it in Michigan Marketplace Trade Show
Published on September 16, 2016
Michigan beer, hard cider, and wine producers are invited to exhibit at the MSU Product Center Making it in Michigan Trade Show for the first time ever. -
Starting a Licensed Food Business sessions
Published on September 12, 2016
Starting a Licensed Food Business training will help you understand how to turn your food business idea into a successful commercial reality.