Food Budgeting Articles

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  Making the most of your u-pick experience

  Published on December 19, 2025
  Have an adventure, save a little money and avoid foodborne illness.

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  Adulting 101: Free life skills workshops for youth and young adults

  Published on December 18, 2025
  Michigan State University Extension is thrilled to announce the return of the popular Adulting 101 program in 2026!

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  Getting outdoors can help Michigan families save money

  Published on December 4, 2025
  Learn why spending time outdoors is a good decision for both your health and your finances.

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  Shopping to save money and eat healthy

  Published on October 24, 2025
  Discover simple tips you can use at the grocery store and farmers market.

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  Locally-Grown Food on a Budget: A Shopper’s Guide

  Published on August 12, 2025
  MSU Extension offers tips for stretching your dollar when buying local foods.

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  Food safety tips for storing and using leftover food

  Published on July 24, 2025
  It is important to know when leftover food is safe to eat and when it’s not. Keep your family safe from foodborne illness with these simple rules for handing leftovers.

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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.

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  How to stretch your food budget

  Published on June 26, 2025
  Food shopping on a budget takes knowledge and practice. Here are ways to make the most of your food dollars.

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  A how-to guide to eating for the season

  Published on June 9, 2025
  Michigan agriculture makes seasonal eating easy.