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Hunters: Pack rubber gloves to prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease
Published on November 9, 2022
Prions from cervids infected with chronic wasting disease are present in blood and spinal fluid, and they are shed across the landscape in waste products, where they can last for decades. -
Functional foods: A rising trend
Published on November 9, 2022
Functional foods add health benefits beyond basic nutritional benefits like protein and fiber. -
Four questions to ask when launching a new food product
Published on November 1, 2022
Some tips that could help lead towards a successful launch for your food product. -
What makes a strong food brand?
Published on October 11, 2022
Strong brands create loyal customers who purchase more frequently or at a higher price; the Brand Report Card, by Kevin Lane Keller, describes how to build a compelling brand. -
Farm carbon for profit
Published on October 7, 2022
New opportunities are emerging to improve farm profitability through carbon sequestration: northwest Michigan farmers can get started through the new Carbon Farming program from Crosshatch Center for Art and Ecology. -
Considerations for meat processors accepting venison to prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease
Published on September 20, 2022
Protocol for meat processors to follow when accepting venison this hunting season. -
Considerations for meat processors cutting venison to prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease
Published on September 20, 2022
Protocol for meat processors to follow when cutting and further processing venison this hunting season. -
Ice cream and frozen novelty market trends
Published on July 22, 2022
Learn how ice cream and frozen treats are reinventing themselves. -
Michigan’s first African American, women-owned, vegan and allergen-free ice cream shop opens in Wyoming, MI
Published on July 19, 2022
With support from the MSU Product Center and many others, entrepreneur launches new location. -
Juice and cider drinks reinvented
Published on June 28, 2022
Learn how juice and cider drinks are reinventing themselves through improved functionality and new category entry. -
Food processors that use sesame as an ingredient need to update allergen statements by January 1, 2023
Published on May 18, 2022
Sesame is the ninth major food allergen and must be identified on food labels, according to the FDA. -
Making your sauces and seasonings green and local
Published on April 13, 2022
Learn how food manufacturers show they care about the environment and local food. -
Animal feed and pet food or treat products
Published on March 7, 2022
There are many regulations that may affect your business. -
Tips on developing a strong business pitch
Published on March 7, 2022
Lesson learned from Start Garden’s monthly 5x5 pitch competition. -
Do consumers care about sustainable pet food?
Published on February 15, 2022
What’s the environmental impact of sustainable pet food, and do consumers care? -
Free ‘How to Start a Food Truck Business’ online course now open
Published on February 15, 2022
The Michigan State University Product Center is pleased to support entrepreneurs interested in launching a mobile food business with a new, self-paced course. -
How to sell a rural food business
Published on February 15, 2022
A successful food business sale requires an accurate valuation, positioning the business for transition and marketing to the right buyers. -
How food entrepreneurs can strengthen responses to rising input costs
Published on February 11, 2022
Food input costs are increasing in early 2022, which makes knowing the root causes, and how big businesses are reacting, helpful to food entrepreneurs to plan a successful response. -
Amazing Myanmar Asian Cuisine launches new line of grocery meals
Published on December 23, 2021
Support from the Michigan State University Product Center and the Wege Foundation enabled this minority-owned business to expand during the pandemic. -
10 steps to save time (and money) in an incubator kitchen
Published on November 9, 2021
Just in time for the busy holiday production season, these 10 steps will help save time and money.