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Food product development at MSU: Scale up to retail sales

Published on September 19, 2023
The MSU Food Processing and Innovation Center (FPIC) supports the development of new food products through research and development, process development, proof of concept, product trials and product launch to retail.
Simple steps to harvesting and preserving onions

Published on September 6, 2023
Onions add a lot of flavor to our food, and they are easy to grow, harvest and preserve for later use.
Acidifying your home-canned tomatoes

Published on September 1, 2023
Learn about the recommendations for acidifying your home-canned whole, crushed or juiced tomatoes.
How to preserve tomato juice

Published on August 28, 2023
With the right equipment and method, canning tomato juice at home is a simple and safe process.
Safe summer food preservation resources

Published on August 28, 2023
Check out the resources available for home preservers to use to create a safe product when preserving Michigan Fresh produce.
How to safely store and preserve avocados

Published on July 5, 2023
Avocados are nutritious, delicious and versatile. Learn about safe storage and preservation methods for best quality.
Preserve low- and no-sugar jams and jellies

Published on June 21, 2023
Homemade jams and jellies can be made with low or no sugar for those monitoring the amount of sugars or calories consumed.
Keeping food safe during a power outage

Published on June 12, 2023
Keeping cold food safe during a power outage is vital in preventing foodborne illness.
What to do if your turkey is still frozen

Published on June 12, 2023
To avoid the frozen bird disaster, plan ahead. Here are some safe ways of quickly thawing and preparing a frozen turkey.
Food safety of potatoes

Published on June 8, 2023
There are food safety concerns with growing, storing, preparing, and preserving potatoes. Find out how to handle them safely.