Events
MSU Extension offers the Cottage Food Law class in either an online format or face-to-face. See the Online Cottage Food Law tab to find out more about the online class.
Face to face classes are delivered in a one- or two-hour format:
- The one-hour workshop covers the food safety aspect of preparing cottage foods for sale, including preparing, packaging, labeling, storing and transporting cottage foods.
- The two-hour workshop combines the business and food safety aspects of preparing and selling cottage foods safely and successfully. These workshops are taught by MSU Extension Food Safety Educators and MSU Product Center Innovation Counselors.
See the Events calendar below to find Cottage Food Law and other food safety related events available near you or online!
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Apr 14
Cooking for Crowds Online Training
April 14, 2021 – June 2, 2021 Online
Cooking for Crowds is designed for groups who offer food fundraisers and food events such as dinners and bake sales.
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Apr 28
Investigating Food with Science
April 28, 2021 – June 30, 2021 Zoom
Learn interesting facts about food, where it comes from, the science behind it, and food safety tips with a fun, kid-friendly recipe or food experiment demonstrated each week
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May 3
Spring Food Safety Q&A
May 3, 2021 – June 28, 2021 Zoom Webinar
Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
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May 10
Safe Food = Healthy Kids - Online Training May 10th and 12th (2 Part Class)
May 10, 2021 – May 12, 2021 Virtual
Safe Food = Healthy Kids is an interactive food safety education class for childcare providers.
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May 11
Pantry Food Safety - It's Your Job
May 11, 2021 – June 23, 2021 Zoom Webinar
MSU Extension educators present food safety topics for volunteers and staff working in food pantries and food banks.
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May 17
Spring Food Safety Q&A - May 17
May 17, 2021 1:00PM – 1:30PM Online Via Zoom
Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
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May 19
Pantry Food Safety - It's Your Job- May 19th
May 19, 2021 9:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar
MSU Extension educators present food safety topics for volunteers and staff working in food pantries and food banks.
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May 19
Investigating Food with Science-Chemistry of Ice Cream!
May 19, 2021 4:00PM – 4:30PM Zoom Webinar
Learn interesting facts about food, where it comes from, the science behind it, and food safety tips with a fun, kid-friendly recipe or food experiment demonstrated each week.
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May 20
Spring Food Preservation Classes- May 20th- Freezing and Blanching Produce and Herbs
May 20, 2021 1:30PM – 7:30PM Zoom Webinar
Prepare for the harvest season. Learn the latest methods and research of preserving foods at home safely.
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May 20
Cooking Matters at Home May 2021
May 20, 2021 – June 17, 2021 Online via Zoom
Cooking Matters at Home offers ideas for you to use what foods are available to create quick, low-cost meals.
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May 22
Michigan Cottage Food Law- May 22nd
May 22, 2021 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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May 24
Spring Food Safety Q&A - May 24
May 24, 2021 1:00PM – 1:30PM Online Via Zoom
Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
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May 24
Safe Food = Healthy Kids - Online Training May 24th
May 24, 2021 6:00PM – 9:00PM Virtual
Safe Food = Healthy Kids is an interactive food safety education class for childcare providers.
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May 24
Michigan Cottage Food Law- May 24th
May 24, 2021 6:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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May 25
Michigan Farm to Institution Network Virtual Network Meeting
May 25, 2021 1:00PM – 3:00PM Zoom
The May 2021 MFIN Virtual Network Meeting will featuring speakers and discussion around on-farm food safety and its importance on farm to institution programs.
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May 26
Mindfully Feeding Infants and Toddlers
May 26, 2021 12:00PM – 1:00PM Online Zoom Webinar
Food is so much more than just fuel. Incorporating mindful feeding can help build strong relationships with people and healthy relationships to food.
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May 26
Investigating Food with Science-Thirsty Plant!
May 26, 2021 4:00PM – 4:30PM Zoom Webinar
Learn interesting facts about food, where it comes from, the science behind it, and food safety tips with a fun, kid-friendly recipe or food experiment demonstrated each week.
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May 27
Spring Food Preservation Classes- May 27th-Basics of Boiling Water Bath and Steam Canning
May 27, 2021 1:30PM – 7:30PM Zoom Webinar
Prepare for the harvest season. Learn the latest methods and research of preserving foods at home safely.
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Jun 2
Investigating Food with Science-Little Sprouts!
June 2, 2021 4:00PM – 4:30PM Zoom Webinar
Learn interesting facts about food, where it comes from, the science behind it, and food safety tips with a fun, kid-friendly recipe or food experiment demonstrated each week.
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Jun 3
Spring Food Preservation Classes- June 3rd-From Our Kitchen to Yours, Answers to Your Preservation Questions
June 3, 2021 1:30PM – 7:30PM Zoom Webinar
Prepare for the harvest season. Learn the latest methods and research of preserving foods at home safely.