News
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Are you in compliance with the FSMA produce safety rule?
Published on February 26, 2018
All growers should understand and implement practices to reduce food safety risks on the farm. -
New guide connects local government decision-making and community health, safety and welfare
Published on December 11, 2017
Local policy, budgeting, infrastructure and partnership decisions affect immediate and future community health and individual wellness. -
Help food pantries meet the dietary needs of all individuals
Published on December 8, 2017
Keep special dietary needs in mind when contributing food items to pantries. -
Understanding nutrient recommendations: Part 1
Published on November 27, 2017
Dietary Reference Intakes and how to interpret various nutrition-related terms. -
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County
Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917. -
October is Seafood Month - time to enjoy some fish from the Great Lakes!
Published on September 17, 2017
Michigan fish producers offer a wide variety of products for consumers. -
Get the most out of pumpkins by adding them to your diet
Published on September 15, 2017
Easy ways to add in fall flavor by using pumpkin in your recipes. -
Seed Grants up to $6k Awarded to Six Michigan Local Food Councils
Published on August 7, 2017
The Michigan Local Food Council Network has awarded seed grants to six local food councils across Michigan. This is the second round of seed grants funded by the Network in 2017. -
No fruit juice for children under one year
Published on July 31, 2017
A recent change by the American Academy of Pediatrics may catch parents, grandparents and child care providers off guard since the previous fruit juice recommendations were implemented in 2001. -
Limiting juice in child care programs
Published on July 17, 2017
The revised CACFP meal patterns limit the amount of juice that can be served to a child in one day at child care centers.