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Conversations with Collaborators podcast
Published on October 12, 2021
Behind-the-scenes look at how small farmers are working together to build markets in Michigan. -
Online tool highlighting Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources released
Published on October 6, 2021
The Map of Michigan Beginning Farmer Resources includes videos, links and program descriptions for over 75 programs to assist beginning and aspiring farmers searching for land, credit, teaching farms, conferences and more. -
Black Farmers Fund launched in Washtenaw County
Published on September 20, 2021
The Washtenaw County Black Farmers Fund is a coalition of non-profits, farmers and community members who aim to build a more equitable food system by investing in the region’s Black farmers. -
Free texting service helps growers teach workers about produce safety
Published on September 16, 2021
To help growers and supervisors overcome produce safety challenges, MSU Extension has created a free farm worker-focused, on-farm produce safety texting service. -
Price your food product with consumer behavior in mind, part 1
Published on September 15, 2021
Knowing the common reactions of customers to price can help food businesses optimize profit. -
Price your food product with consumer behavior in mind, part 2
Published on September 15, 2021
Knowing the common reactions of customers to price can help food businesses optimize profit. -
Converting a kitchen recipe to a commercial formula
Published on September 3, 2021
Taking a recipe from the kitchen and putting it into a standardized commercial format is essential for commercial production. -
Trends in food packaging
Published on August 27, 2021
How a focus on the environment and innovation are changing the online food packaging landscape. -
Getting your food business ready for holiday sales
Published on July 26, 2021
With slower supply chains, start thinking about your holiday sales strategy early. -
MiFarmLink: a one-stop shop for new farmers to find land and resources
Published on June 22, 2021
Collaborative supports Michigan’s new and beginning farmer population in land access, resources and mentoring.
