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Avoiding and addressing grocery store closures in small towns
Published on June 6, 2017
Not having a local grocery is an all too often experience in rural communities. Understanding the reasons is key to developing strategies to overcome this crippling blow to the economic vitality and longevity in small town America. -
Factors to consider when purchasing used produce-processing equipment
Published on May 30, 2017
Producers should ask these questions when purchasing equipment for a fruit or vegetable packhouse to ensure food safety. -
Is agritourism right for your farm?
Published on May 22, 2017
From farm stands to corn mazes and pumpkin patches, there are plenty of ways to drive agritourists to your farm. -
Practical pointers around submitting water samples for food safety
Published on May 10, 2017
Water sampling to meet federal on-farm food safety guidelines can be confusing. This article helps eliminate some confusion about taking and submitting a water sample. -
Starting a licensed food business
Published on May 8, 2017
Starting a licensed food business training will help you understand how to turn your food business idea into a successful commercial reality. -
Three MSU IAT off-campus certificate program sites in Southwest Michigan
Published on May 8, 2017
Kellogg Community College joins Glen Oaks Community College and Southwestern Michigan College as partners with Michigan State University (MSU) Institute of Agricultural Technology. -
Compost use and FSMA compliance: What does FDA mean by compost?
Published on May 3, 2017
How does the FDA define composting and its use in fresh produce with regards to the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)? Let’s clarify the definitions used by the FDA in FSMA. -
On-farm food safety documentation: How much is enough?
Published on May 3, 2017
Knowing how much documentation is necessary to prove practices were done can be difficult to figure out. Here are considerations when trying to determine how much is enough. -
Declining growth, condition of Lake Michigan lake whitefish creates concern for fishery
Published on May 2, 2017
Study finds lack of specific food source just one factor in complex issue. -
Flint’s local food movement innovates to increase healthy food access
Published on May 2, 2017
Healthy food access is a key strategy in fighting lead exposure and improving one’s diet, and several innovative programs are up and running in Flint to increase the availability of healthy food in non-traditional ways.
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