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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.
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.
Sourcing Michigan-grown ingredients for your business

Published on June 27, 2025
Increase sales through these practical tips.
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!
Avoid heat-related illness while enjoying summer weather

Published on June 20, 2025
The elderly, children under four, individuals who are obese, and those who are ill or taking certain medications are most at risk for heat-related illnesses.
Minimum contents of a master plan

Published on June 19, 2025
The minimum contents of a master plan are not well defined in law and communities have great latitude in developing a master plan.
New report describes economic conditions in Northern Michigan

Published on June 19, 2025
The Economic Pulse Report combines ice storm impact, labor force, business sentiment, and business growth data for a detailed picture of the Northern Michigan economy.
Michigan hop crop report week of June 11, 2025

Published on June 12, 2025
Hops are growing with vigor.
Policy with lasting impact: Creating change through school wellness

Published on June 11, 2025
Learn about MSU Extension SNAP-Ed’s local approach to building healthy schools and communities.
A how-to guide to eating for the season

Published on June 9, 2025
Michigan agriculture makes seasonal eating easy.
The forgotten law: Planning commission review of capital expenditures

Published on June 6, 2025
When government proposes to buy land, buildings, renovate or build, the proposal should be reviewed by that government’s planning commission first.
Michigan hop crop report week of May 29, 2025

Published on June 2, 2025
Hop bines are ready to take off with warmer temperatures on the way.
Cultivating local farm economies

Published on May 30, 2025
Farm viability requires flexibility, along with innovation in local government planning and zoning to allow for farm income diversification.
Planning and zoning for solar in Michigan

Published on May 30, 2025
Renewable energy siting laws in Michigan limit the role of local government while expanding the role of the state. A new guide helps communities prepare.