MSU Extension Food & Health

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  Meet AFRE Assistant Professor Aleks Schaefer

  Published on March 30, 2021
  Learn more about the research and outreach efforts of Aleks Schaefer in the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics at Michigan State University

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  Healthy foods benefit veterans living with chronic pain

  Published on March 25, 2021
  Food insecurity is linked to obesity and chronic pain among some veterans. Access to healthy foods can help improve veterans’ health outcomes and quality of life.

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  MSU Extension and local food pantries work together to support clients with diabetes

  Published on March 25, 2021
  These efforts provide resources for those in need.

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  Collaborative programs from MSU Extension and the Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter

  Published on March 19, 2021
  These programs cover a variety of ways to support caregivers during the challenging times brought on by COVID-19.

• Reach new buyers through the Making It In Michigan Virtual Trade Show

  Published on March 18, 2021
  Michigan food businesses are invited to participate in the event starting April 29, 2021.

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  How to deal with common grain pantry pests

  Published on March 12, 2021
  Grain-loving pantry pests contaminate food, but do not cause foodborne illness.

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  2021 Making It In Michigan virtual conference general sessions to highlight trends and new opportunities

  Published on March 12, 2021
  Michigan food entrepreneurs are invited to participate in online sessions April 27, 28 and May 4, 5 & 6, 2021.

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  A year into pandemic, MSU Extension’s health and nutrition virtual programming thrives

  Published on March 9, 2021
  From food safety to farm stress, MSU Extension’s dedicated educators and instructors found innovative ways to learn, teach and connect — even in the most challenging of times.

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  Farm stress teletherapy resources expanded to include Michigan’s aquaculture and commercial fishers

  Published on March 5, 2021
  Michigan fish producers can now engage in online counseling through teletherapy support, thanks to a partnership with Michigan State University Extension and Pine Rest Mental Health Services.

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  Food safety emergency preparedness for families

  Published on March 5, 2021
  Disasters and emergencies can happen anytime. Be prepared with safe food and water.