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Michigan hop crop report week of July 24, 2025

Published on July 24, 2025
The 2025 hop crop is coming along nicely.
MSU Extension’s Food Safety Webinar Series: Selling honey & maple syrup – safely

Published on July 23, 2025
Join MSU Extension to learn about the key food safety practices, regulations, and best practices for selling honey and maple syrup products in Michigan.
Master plans and housing: What the Michigan Planning Enabling Act requires

Published on July 21, 2025
Changes to the Michigan Planning Enabling Act effective April 2, 2025, require communities to consider their housing needs when master planning.
Understanding the “Rural-Urban Transect” tool

Published on July 21, 2025
The Transect is a community analysis tool that can lead to better understanding of land use patterns and application of planning and zoning techniques.
Discover an exciting new class on starting a school or community garden

Published on July 21, 2025
Learn the essential steps to success in school or community gardens with this free online course.
Registration open for MSU Extension’s 2026 Zoning Administrator Certificate Program

Published on July 18, 2025
Secure your spot soon for this great online learning opportunity and two days of in-person classes in Mt. Pleasant on February 19 and 20, 2026.
Michigan hop crop report week of July 10, 2025

Published on July 14, 2025
Growers are optimistic about the 2025 hop crop.
Food safety before and after a flood

Published on July 11, 2025
Food safety tips to prepare for and recover from flooding.
County government at work, indeed

Published on July 11, 2025
Michigan counties provide vital health, safety, and welfare services. An updated resource helps officials and residents better understand the roles of county departments, agencies, and commissions and how they serve and support residents locally.
MSU Institute of Public Utilities welcomes Erik Nordman as new director

Published on July 11, 2025
Nordman joins the Institute from Grand Valley State University, following a nationwide search.
Where can I purchase food for my family?

Published on July 3, 2025
Explore some of the most common places to buy food and learn how to make the most of these shopping experiences, especially when shopping with children.
Helpful tips on finding a new business location for food processors

Published on July 3, 2025
A local real estate professional sat down with the MSU Product Center to provide guidance for Michigan food and beverage businesses.
Sourcing Michigan-grown ingredients for your business

Published on June 27, 2025
Increase sales through these practical tips.
Michigan hop crop report week of June 26, 2025

Published on June 27, 2025
Hops are at the wire and pushing sidearms across much of Michigan.
Learn more about part 2 of the preventive controls for human food training course

Published on June 25, 2025
A new version of the Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) course, PCQI Version 2.0, is now available!