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Food product development at MSU: Scale up to retail sales

Published on September 19, 2023
The MSU Food Processing and Innovation Center (FPIC) supports the development of new food products through research and development, process development, proof of concept, product trials and product launch to retail.
Pet treats and chews

Published on September 12, 2023
Licensing, labeling and processing needs for pet treats and chews.
Is my food product safe on the shelf?

Published on September 7, 2023
MSU guides entrepreneurs with low-acid food products to get them safely on the shelf.
Expanding equitable access to mobile food business resources for Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs in west Michigan

Published on September 1, 2023
MSU Product Center staff joined with partners to modify the successful “How to Start a Food Truck Business” online course into a four-session, in-person workshop series offered in Spanish.
Community partnership results in “Shared Abundance”

Published on July 13, 2023
Northwest Lower Michigan has developed into a thriving food system—the book “Shared Abundance” details the community partnerships that made it happen.
Writing an accurate ingredient statement for packaged food products

Published on July 13, 2023
Helpful tips from the Michigan State University Product Center.
Understanding shelf-life testing for packaged food products

Published on June 30, 2023
Helpful information from Alliance Analytical Laboratories based in Coopersville, Michigan.
MSU partnership offers free services to food businesses

Published on June 28, 2023
Making It In Michigan First Time Vendor Program is powered by Pure Michigan Business Connect and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.
MSU Product Center clients recognized by retail grocery partners at the 2023 Making It In Michigan Conference and Trade Show

Published on May 30, 2023
The 2023 Making It In Michigan Conference and Trade Show hosted grocery store buyers from across the state, with several Product Center clients winning both shelf space and awards from retailers.
Village of Cassopolis is FIT for action

Published on May 16, 2023
MSU Extension's First Impressions for Tourism (FIT) assessment program provides communities with valuable feedback that can be turned into action.