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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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Many USDA grant programs will likely hold a 2018 grant cycle
Published on April 11, 2017
Understanding Farm Bill programs can be a challenge. This article can help shed some light on the process. -
A thank you to all who helped make FPIC a reality
Published on April 5, 2017
The Food Processing and Innovation Center will open in December 2017 thanks to the investment of time and money of countless individuals and organizations. -
Celebrating the history of maple syrup
Published on March 20, 2017
Events and resources from MSU Extension and the Michigan Maple Syrup Association -
Montague and Whitehall school meals include locally-grown potatoes
Published on February 20, 2017
This innovative farm-to-school program involves farmers, teachers and students. -
Seasonal eating in the winter months
Published on January 24, 2017
Michigan residents can still enjoy locally produced foods when the snow is falling. -
Solving food insecurity in Michigan
Published on January 19, 2017
A conversation with Phillip Knight, Executive Director of the Food Bank Council of Michigan. -
Reducing food waste at home
Published on January 17, 2017
Living more sustainably in the New Year can be simple. -
Unique partnerships to promote farm-to-school
Published on January 12, 2017
Four Muskegon county school districts collaborate on farm-to-school projects. -
Competition for your grocery dollar drives changes in the U.S. grocery business
Published on January 11, 2017
Discount, dollar and drug stores have made big strides in the U.S. grocery business. -
Finding the right place to grocery shop
Published on January 11, 2017
A survey of recent U.S. consumer grocery shopping habits reveals changes in the types of stores where we shop.