MSU Extension Economic Development

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  Not all public participation events are charrettes

  Published on November 6, 2019
  Charrette is a very specific type of public involvement system for design and planning projects. Do not be fooled by people calling every public participation event a charrette.

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  Connecting Yooper flavor to the broader state at Making it in Michigan

  Published on October 18, 2019
  Rozie’s Foods has quickly moved from a conceptual startup to regionally distributed food business. Rose credits her rapid growth to a great product, strong team and personal touch.

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  Meijer supports communities, entrepreneurs in several ways at Making It In Michigan

  Published on October 10, 2019
  Meijer is the primary corporate partner of the educational conference and trade show and will have buyers on hand looking for products to put on store shelves

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  Old versus new: Understanding the new economy part 2

  Published on October 8, 2019
  A very fundamental structural shift has occurred with economic development. In this new economic age, it pays to know the difference between the old and new economy.

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  Ensuring public participation in meetings takes work and organization

  Published on October 8, 2019
  Meaningful public participation requires some very basic communication skills. Remember the key components of planning effective meetings.

• Embarking on planning and zoning for the first time? Think it through!

  Published on September 10, 2019
  Local units of government without zoning, or townships subject to county zoning that might be considering adopting their own zoning ordinance, should think the process and requirements through carefully.

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  The Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility launches first-ever farmers market

  Published on August 29, 2019
  Local food project empowers students, promotes healthy, sustainable living, and encourages relationships through education.

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  Employee mentorship and positive community impact are the keys to success for this Grand Rapids fresh juice business

  Published on August 16, 2019
  Jermale Eddie of Malamiah Juice Bar will be a workshop presenter at the 2019 Making It In Michigan Conference and Marketplace Trade Show.

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  Register now for Michigan’s premier food entrepreneur conference 'Making It In Michigan'

  Published on August 16, 2019
  Conference is Nov. 13 at the Lansing Center and space for both educational sessions and vendor space is limited.

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  Opportunities in forestry: Hazelnuts

  Published on August 6, 2019
  Hazelnut products comprise a diverse and growing global industry. Recent regional developments represent an opportunity for Upper Peninsula growers to break into this $34-billion-dollar industry.