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Building strong connections between tribal nations and county government: Part 3 – Improve relations

Published on December 24, 2014
County commissioners from 18 northern Michigan counties learn about Michigan tribal sovereignty, history and cooperative efforts with counties.
New grant provides funding to market fresh local food to West Michigan residents

Published on December 23, 2014
With farmers operating at slim margins, they often can't afford to individually market directly to consumers. This new USDA grant allows area farmers to pool their resources for stronger marketing muscle.
Floriculture to food production: Food safety first

Published on December 22, 2014
If you are new to or considering adding produce production to your floriculture operation, remember to think about food safety issues.
Manufacturers must have multiple sources of raw materials to avoid unanticipated stockouts

Published on December 15, 2014
Single source suppliers could create issues for your manufacturing or processing business.
Growing your food business: Part 1

Published on December 15, 2014
Learn how to grow your business from a direct sales or small wholesale business into a large-scale wholesale business. Michigan food processors offer tips that they have learned through the school of hard knocks.
Specialty food buyers offer tips and insights for selling your food product

Published on December 12, 2014
Buyers of Meijer, Hiller’s Markets, Cherry Capital Foods and Kroger share tips and insight for how it works to have your product in their stores.
Successful food businesses focus on distribution

Published on December 12, 2014
Consumer packaged food products succeed in wide distribution.
Start-up costs are not a deductible business expense

Published on December 11, 2014
Business start-up costs are considered capital and are amortized over 180 months.
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, no it’s a “flash” retail operation

Published on December 9, 2014
Empty store fronts detract from the vibrancy of any community. Creative solutions can include sharing space and talents in an efficacious manner.
Be a tourist in your own community

Published on December 9, 2014
Yearly event promotes tourism and economic development in Alcona County.