MSU Extension Business Development

News

• A community seeking to establish a rural grocery store should understand the local food system

  Published on August 15, 2017
  Every community seeking rural grocery store should asses the assets of the community, understand the markets and take a fair look at the challenges and opportunities that exist.

• What does your brand say about you?

  Published on August 9, 2017
  Your brand lets the customer know who you are, what your company is and what type of product or service they can expect.

• The evolution of the New Economy: The digital economy

  Published on July 31, 2017
  The digital economy has changed how businesses operate.

• The evolution of the New Economy: The shared economy

  Published on July 31, 2017
  What is life like in the digital shared economy?

• Opportunities in the snack food market

  Published on July 18, 2017
  Three square meals a day is a thing of the past. Today busy consumers, especially Millennials, seek methods to supplement nutritional necessities. People considering entering the snack food business are well positioned to take advantage of this trend.

• Gourmet ice cream production provides lessons

  Published on July 6, 2017
  How you approach a business is just as important as what you do.

• Tax abatements actually increase taxes

  Published on July 5, 2017
  Tax abatements are a positive tool used by local units of government to encourage investment in their community.

• Useful business tool for your entrepreneur's toolbox

  Published on June 19, 2017
  Michigan Economic Development Corporation's site selection tool offers ore than just your next business location.

• Looking to sell your Michigan goods and services?

  Published on June 12, 2017
  Pure Michigan Business Connect is the gate keeper to thousands of Michigan companies.

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  Nothing says spring like Michigan Asparagus

  Published on June 6, 2017
  Michigan-grown Asparagus has a short season that Michiganders look forward to each year.