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Sea moss foods and beverages

Published on December 2, 2022
What manufacturers need to know before they go to market with sea moss products.
Michigan Economic Development Corporation and MSU Extension forge partnership to better Michigan communities through fresh sets of eyes

Published on December 2, 2022
First Impressions Tourism (FIT) assessment program assists communities in understanding themselves and unique assets more through visitor experiences.
Food processors – preparing for selling in stores, part 1

Published on November 22, 2022
What you need to know ahead of time to be prepared and ramp up success.
MSU Extension tourism educators partner with St. Clair County 4-H Fair Board to pilot visitor assessment tool and drive future development

Published on November 9, 2022
A new visitor assessment tool was piloted for fairs and festivals to capture feedback on the impressions these events give new attendees.
Functional foods: A rising trend

Published on November 9, 2022
Functional foods add health benefits beyond basic nutritional benefits like protein and fiber.
Four questions to ask when launching a new food product

Published on November 1, 2022
Some tips that could help lead towards a successful launch for your food product.
What makes a strong food brand?

Published on October 11, 2022
Strong brands create loyal customers who purchase more frequently or at a higher price; the Brand Report Card, by Kevin Lane Keller, describes how to build a compelling brand.
Ice cream and frozen novelty market trends

Published on July 22, 2022
Learn how ice cream and frozen treats are reinventing themselves.
Michigan’s first African American, women-owned, vegan and allergen-free ice cream shop opens in Wyoming, MI

Published on July 19, 2022
With support from the MSU Product Center and many others, entrepreneur launches new location.
Juice and cider drinks reinvented

Published on June 28, 2022
Learn how juice and cider drinks are reinventing themselves through improved functionality and new category entry.