MSU Extension Product Center

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• Leaders make things easier, managers create complexity

  Published on October 24, 2017
  In large organizations, the fine line between entrepreneurship and bureaucracy is determined between by the attitude and actions of the front-line managers.

• Thinking about being a vendor at a trade show?

  Published on October 17, 2017
  Understanding how to use a trade show can mean the difference between success and failure.

• Thinking about attending a trade show?

  Published on October 17, 2017
  Prior planning will make trade show attendance more useful.

• What is food systems planning?

  Published on October 2, 2017
  Local governments across the country are starting to engage in this activity to build their community’s food system.

• Fueling the economy

  Published on October 1, 2017
  The Michigan State University Product Center works with entrepreneurs to grow businesses, create jobs, and strengthen the economic vitality of Michigan communities.

• 2017 Program Summaries

  Published on September 22, 2017
  2017 Program Summaries

• Local food for your tailgate

  Published on September 20, 2017
  Using Michigan Fresh foods will impress your friends and family.

• Fall food and beer pairings

  Published on September 20, 2017
  Harvest and pumpkin ales are now on tap. Learn more about pairing them with Michigan Fresh foods.

• Thinking about food systems when disaster strikes

  Published on September 18, 2017
  The recent storms, flooding, and wildfires force us to think about the health of our food system.

• USDA Rural Development National Value-added Producer Grant opens

  Published on September 6, 2017
  Farmers are invited to apply for planning or operating funds through Jan. 31, 2018.

• A community seeking to establish a rural grocery store should understand the local food system

  Published on August 15, 2017
  Every community seeking rural grocery store should asses the assets of the community, understand the markets and take a fair look at the challenges and opportunities that exist.

• Michigan Food Hub Network and Incubator Kitchen Network held joint meeting on July 20

  Published on July 27, 2017
  Local food systems leaders convened in Detroit to increase collaboration

• The importance of a rural grocery store for community and economic development

  Published on July 6, 2017
  A grocery store in a rural community is key piece to community and economic development.

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  MSU Students launch local food business made from campus grown foods

  Published on June 27, 2017
  Look for Land Grant Goods products this summer on campus.

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  Beloved agriculture economics professor David Schweikhardt dies

  Published on June 6, 2017
  David B. Schweikhardt, professor in the Department of Agricultural, Food and Resource Economics, was found dead in his home last week. No cause of death has been identified.

• Bulk buying at the Southeast Area Farmers' Market provides benefits for low-income families

  Published on May 30, 2017
  Individuals and families in Grand Rapids can take advantage of this innovative group purchasing program that offers significant savings on bulk foods.

• Michigan State University launches its first Extension Office at a community college

  Published on May 30, 2017
  An open house at the new Mason County MSU Extension office will be held in June.

• Celebrating the history of the strawberry

  Published on May 23, 2017
  Michigan’s strawberry season is just around the corner in June.

• Starting a licensed food business

  Published on May 8, 2017
  Starting a licensed food business training will help you understand how to turn your food business idea into a successful commercial reality.

• Implementing a client choice food pantry model

  Published on May 1, 2017
  The Bread of Life Pantry in Baldwin, Michigan will be opening as a client choice pantry with support from MSU Extension and a USDA Voices for food grant.