Brightening your idea

Becky DeYoung, MSU Extension -

Join us to learn more about starting your own food business.

Interested in learning more about starting a food business? Curious about how and where to get started? Since 2003, the Michigan State University Product Center has been helping entrepreneurs get started in the exciting world of food product development. Starting in December, the MSU Product Center is offering monthly sessions to help you decide if and when you should make your product idea a reality.

Introductory webinars are hosted by an MSU Product Center counselor who will guide you through our process of business development and product ideation. If you decide to move ahead, the webinar fee ($25) will be deducted from your registration fee as a new client.

MSU Product Center counselors are located throughout the state with each one specializing in a different product area. We work with entrepreneurs interested in farm-to-table, retail sales, wholesale distribution, and new product development. Learn more on Jan. 21 at 9 a.m.

Registration is available online here.

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