MSU Extension Product Center

News

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  Food processors – Preparing for selling in stores, part 2

  Published on October 20, 2023
  What you need to know ahead of time to be prepared and ramp up success as a food processor.

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  Three food businesses win $20K at Start Garden Demo Day

  Published on October 5, 2023
  The annual event held in Grand Rapids, Michigan took place on September 20, 2023.

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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.

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  Pet treats and chews

  Published on September 12, 2023
  Licensing, labeling and processing needs for pet treats and chews.

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  Is my food product safe on the shelf?

  Published on September 7, 2023
  MSU guides entrepreneurs with low-acid food products to get them safely on the shelf.

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  Expanding equitable access to mobile food business resources for Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs in west Michigan

  Published on September 1, 2023
  MSU Product Center staff joined with partners to modify the successful “How to Start a Food Truck Business” online course into a four-session, in-person workshop series offered in Spanish.

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  Writing an accurate ingredient statement for packaged food products

  Published on July 13, 2023
  Helpful tips from the Michigan State University Product Center.

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  Community partnership results in “Shared Abundance”

  Published on July 13, 2023
  Northwest Lower Michigan has developed into a thriving food system—the book “Shared Abundance” details the community partnerships that made it happen.

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  Understanding shelf-life testing for packaged food products

  Published on June 30, 2023
  Helpful information from Alliance Analytical Laboratories based in Coopersville, Michigan.

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  MSU partnership offers free services to food businesses

  Published on June 28, 2023
  Making It In Michigan First Time Vendor Program is powered by Pure Michigan Business Connect and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

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  MSU Product Center clients recognized by retail grocery partners at the 2023 Making It In Michigan Conference and Trade Show

  Published on May 30, 2023
  The 2023 Making It In Michigan Conference and Trade Show hosted grocery store buyers from across the state, with several Product Center clients winning both shelf space and awards from retailers.

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  Making It In Michigan Conference and Trade Show returned to in-person format for 2023

  Published on April 21, 2023
  MSU Product Center hosted the 14th annual conference on April 20, 2023, at the Lansing Center.

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  Downey’s Potato Chips awarded the MSU Product Center’s 2023 Start Up to Watch Award

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Oakland County entrepreneurial family breathes new life into 40-year-old potato chip company.

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  Fat Baby Hot Sauce recognized with the MSU Product Center’s 2023 Value-Added Agricultural Product Award

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Fat Baby’s farm-to-table hot sauce is made from hot peppers grown in Clare County, Michigan.

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  MSU Product Center recognizes USDA Rural Development Michigan director of business programs at Making It In Michigan event

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Bobbie Morrison was presented with the 2023 Director’s Award for her critical support of Michigan businesses, entrepreneurs, and communities.

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  Hummus Goodness recognized with MSU Product Center’s 2023 Entrepreneur of the Year Award

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Hummus Goodness, a Michigan-based, certified women-owned company crafts delicious hummus products for consumers interested in quality ingredients and are tired of the same boring flavors.

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  Last Mile Café in Grand Rapids, Michigan recognized with the 2023 Young Innovator Award from the MSU Product Center

  Published on April 20, 2023
  This award honors the company for its innovation in charitable giving and commitment to sustainability.

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  MSU Product Center recognizes Hallstedt Homestead Cherries with Best Barrier Buster Award

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Despite challenges, this northern Michigan cherry farm survives and thrives.

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  Honey production guide for Michigan beekeepers

  Published on March 17, 2023
  A guide from MSU Extension and the Center for Regional Food Systems outlines best practices for processing and selling liquid honey for beekeepers who make $15,000 or less in annual honey sales.

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  Put your business strategy to work

  Published on February 3, 2023
  Strategy doesn’t stop with a finished strategic plan—to have an impact, it must be integrated into day-to-day operations through culture, rewards and boundaries.