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Unlock the door to food business expansion at the Making It In Michigan virtual conference
Published on April 1, 2021
Michigan food businesses are invited to participate in the event starting April 27, 2021. -
Teffola – the littlest grain that could
Published on March 18, 2021
MSU Product Center client spotlight: Claire Smith. -
Reach new buyers through the Making It In Michigan Virtual Trade Show
Published on March 18, 2021
Michigan food businesses are invited to participate in the event starting April 29, 2021. -
2021 Making It In Michigan virtual conference general sessions to highlight trends and new opportunities
Published on March 11, 2021
Michigan food entrepreneurs are invited to participate in online sessions April 27, 28 and May 4, 5 & 6, 2021. -
Learn how to design and shoot video like a professional on March 25
Published on March 4, 2021
Video is a powerful, yet not always easy to produce, communicative tool. Learn the best practices for this medium directly from a MSU professional videographer. -
Limited-time charcuterie box of MSU cheese, salami and bread now available through MSU Extension Product Center
Published on March 4, 2021
Spartans and cheese lovers can take home a taste of Michigan State University with ready-to-serve charcuterie boxes of MSU made products. -
Making It In Michigan Conference and Marketplace goes virtual for 2021
Published on February 26, 2021
MSU Product Center hosts 13th annual conference in April and May. -
Brightening your idea
Published on January 15, 2021
Join us to learn more about starting your own food business. -
What does carbon impact look like on a food label?
Published on January 14, 2021
Carbon labels communicate a product’s impact on climate change, similar to how Nutrition Facts communicate a food’s impact on your health. -
MSU Extension selling limited-time holiday gift box of Dairy Store cheese
Published on December 17, 2020
This season, give the gift any Spartan would love. -
Radical Plants receives Product Innovation Award
Published on November 12, 2020
A business pivot success story during COVID-19. -
Harwood Gold Recognized for Marketing Excellence by MSU Product Center
Published on November 12, 2020
Sister entrepreneurs reap gold in 5th generation maple business. -
InBooze Cocktail Kits Wins 2020 Minority Business Award from the Michigan State University Product Center
Published on November 12, 2020
Some Michigan food businesses have been able to adapt to survive during the pandemic. -
Coveyou Scenic Farm wins Best COVID-19 Pivot Award from the Michigan State University Product Center
Published on November 12, 2020
Michigan small farm ‘pivots’ to help feed neighbors. -
The power of a virtual pitch during a pandemic
Published on October 23, 2020
Learn how to pivot your current pitch into the best virtual pitch. We discuss techniques for filming, best pitching practices, and highlight an experienced entrepreneur as a guest speaker. -
MSU Center for Regional Food Systems awarded grant to strengthen local food partnerships in Battle Creek and the Upper Peninsula
Published on October 23, 2020
A new project will connect food and farm business owners with networks and partners that can help them prosper. -
Don’t lose money shipping your food product
Published on October 16, 2020
A food company can lose a lot of money in hidden shipping costs. Learn what you need to know at the Cook, Share & Prosper Summit. -
Urban and Rural Farmers Need A License To Legally Sell Milk and Dairy Products
Published on October 8, 2020
A state license is required to legally produce, process and sell milk to the public. -
Grow your food business at the Cook, Share & Prosper MSU Product Center Food Summit
Published on September 30, 2020
It’s been a turbulent year for food entrepreneurs. Join the MSU Product Center on Nov. 12, 2020 from 9 -11 a.m. to learn what you need to thrive in the current environment. -
Essential food businesses: Supporting entrepreneurs during the pandemic
Published on September 30, 2020
MSU Center for Regional Food Systems and the MSU Product Center are helping food business entrepreneurs acquire skills and financing to succeed during the pandemic.