MSU Extension Business Development

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  The 2023 Start Garden 100 pitch competition is open

  Published on May 30, 2023
  Entrepreneurs can pitch their idea through a 100-second video submission for a chance to win $20,000 to start their business.

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  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.

• Part 2 of the preventative controls for human food training course is now available to take

  Published on May 9, 2023
  Michigan State University Extension is now offering on-site group training for Michigan food companies!

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  Making It In Michigan Conference and Trade Show returned to in-person format for 2023

  Published on April 21, 2023
  MSU Product Center hosted the 14th annual conference on April 20, 2023, at the Lansing Center.

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  MSU Product Center recognizes USDA Rural Development Michigan director of business programs at Making It In Michigan event

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Bobbie Morrison was presented with the 2023 Director’s Award for her critical support of Michigan businesses, entrepreneurs, and communities.

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  Last Mile Café in Grand Rapids, Michigan recognized with the 2023 Young Innovator Award from the MSU Product Center

  Published on April 20, 2023
  This award honors the company for its innovation in charitable giving and commitment to sustainability.

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  Fat Baby Hot Sauce recognized with the MSU Product Center’s 2023 Value-Added Agricultural Product Award

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Fat Baby’s farm-to-table hot sauce is made from hot peppers grown in Clare County, Michigan.

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  MSU Product Center recognizes Hallstedt Homestead Cherries with Best Barrier Buster Award

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Despite challenges, this northern Michigan cherry farm survives and thrives.

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  Hummus Goodness recognized with MSU Product Center’s 2023 Entrepreneur of the Year Award

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Hummus Goodness, a Michigan-based, certified women-owned company crafts delicious hummus products for consumers interested in quality ingredients and are tired of the same boring flavors.

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  Downey’s Potato Chips awarded the MSU Product Center’s 2023 Start Up to Watch Award

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Oakland County entrepreneurial family breathes new life into 40-year-old potato chip company.