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Downey’s Potato Chips awarded the MSU Product Center’s 2023 Start Up to Watch Award
Published on April 20, 2023
Oakland County entrepreneurial family breathes new life into 40-year-old potato chip company. -
MSU Product Center recognizes Hallstedt Homestead Cherries with Best Barrier Buster Award
Published on April 20, 2023
Despite challenges, this northern Michigan cherry farm survives and thrives. -
National Institute of Food and Agriculture awards MSU Center for Regional Food Systems $3.45 million to Expand Culturally Relevant Support for Farm and Food Business owners
Published on March 30, 2023
Over the next five years, MSU CRFS will work with MSU Extension, Michigan Food and Farming Systems (MIFFS), and the Julian Samora Institute to develop resources for inclusive farm business engagement. -
Mentors matter for new farmers
Published on February 28, 2023
Michigan Sustainable Farm Mentors program connects 42 beginning and aspiring farmers with experienced farmers. -
Animal Science undergrad creates online networking platform for animal welfare entities
Published on February 10, 2023
Najya Robinson earned a bachelor's degree from MSU with a major in animal science and a minor in entrepreneurship and innovation in December 2022. In her final year at MSU, she launched a social-good startup, Sparks of Purity Shelter Connect. -
Put your business strategy to work
Published on February 3, 2023
Strategy doesn’t stop with a finished strategic plan—to have an impact, it must be integrated into day-to-day operations through culture, rewards and boundaries. -
Your opportunity to become a cheesemaker
Published on February 1, 2023
The Michigan State Artisan Cheese Workshop is back and is open for your registration. You will learn how cheese is made and what influences the flavors, texture, and taste of artisan cheese, along with the business of making and selling cheese. -
New video series shares tips for farmers selling to local restaurants, retailers and institutions
Published on January 24, 2023
Hear insights from 14 farmers, food entrepreneurs and marketing experts. -
Diversify your food business with synergy
Published on January 6, 2023
Creating new products and entering new businesses brings opportunities and threats, but the key to success is synergy, which comes from economies of scope, market power and unrelated diversification. -
Global to local: Food trends to watch in 2023
Published on December 16, 2022
Buzz-worthy food product predictions for the New Year.