MSU ExtensionFood Policy

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  Cured and vacuum packaged meat eligible for 30 day shelf life

  Published on January 11, 2019

  Food code reference allows for shelf life of cured, vacuum packaged cooked meat up to 30 days.

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  Juice industry regulations to concentrate on

  Published on December 12, 2018

  Manufacturers of packaged juice need state licensing, production in a commercial kitchen, correct labeling and most likely a food safety plan along with a Process Authority Review to sell their product in Michigan.

• Tea trends

  Published on December 11, 2018

  Tea holds a large consumer consumption rate and future sales point to interest in healthy and premium options for expanded sales and prices.

• Nuts, seeds and trail mix trends

  Published on November 27, 2018

  Price leads consumer decisions when purchasing nuts, seeds and trail mix. Due to the fact that main consumption occasion for these products is snacking, expanding the times and occasions that they are consumed will lead to increased sales.

• Nut spread trends

  Published on November 27, 2018

  Peanut Butter takes the lead in taste, flavor and price among spreads, but has some work to do to be considered a snack item.

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  Considerations for meat processors cutting venison to prevent the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease

  Published on October 24, 2018

  Protocol for meat processors to follow when cutting and further processing venison this hunting season.

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  Considerations for meat processors accepting venison to prevent spreading Chronic Wasting Disease

  Published on October 24, 2018

  Protocol for meat processors to follow when accepting venison this hunting season.

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  Reducing waste one straw at a time

  Published on June 4, 2018

  Getting rid of plastic straws in the U.S. is a goal of several current social media campaigns.

• Mobile food truck strategies

  Published on May 30, 2018

  Eli's Food Truck on the move.

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  What are our responsibilities regarding food allergies?

  Published on May 24, 2018

  Knowing what food allergies are and the responsibilities of manufacturers, retailers and individuals can help prevent potentially fatal consequences.