MSU Extension Business Development

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  A new economic age and playing field part 1

  Published on January 19, 2017
  A very fundamental structural shift has occurred with economic development. In this new economic age, how one conducts business, governs and promotes economic development has changed.

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  Local government’s economic development role: placemaking and regions part 4

  Published on January 19, 2017
  It takes a region to provide the places, variety, resources and attributes to attract people. Attraction of people is attraction of new businesses and needs to be done at a multi-county regional level.

• Michigan smoked fish processors need HACCP plans

  Published on December 30, 2016
  State regulations require a HACCP with several critical control points.

• New year, new potential clientele

  Published on December 29, 2016
  Want a piece of nearly $100 billion in sales? Selling to the federal government gives you that chance.

• Finding the story in your farm's history: Part 2

  Published on December 29, 2016
  Historical background can provide a strong draw for your agritourism operation.

• Finding the story in your farm's history: Part 1

  Published on December 29, 2016
  Sharing what you know about your farm’s history can create interest and bring visitors.

• When packaging smoked fish, certain conditions apply

  Published on December 29, 2016
  Proper packaging helps to maintain a safe seafood product.

• 6 simple ideas to enhance a community’s tourism business: Part 1

  Published on December 29, 2016
  Keep these tips in mind to increase tourism in your community.

• 6 simple ideas to enhance a community’s tourism business: Part 2

  Published on December 29, 2016
  Keep these tips in mind to increase tourism in your community.

• Help wanted: Tools and resources from Michigan Works!

  Published on December 27, 2016
  With the tight supply of talent, MI Works has tools that can help attract and retain employees.