MSU Extension Agrifood Safety

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  Agrifood Safety

  Providing resources and assistance to fresh produce growers on Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule.

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• Some food hubs are not qualified end users under the FSMA Produce Safety Rule

  Published on October 9, 2017
  Many growers think they are eligible for a qualified exemption under the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule because they sell to a food hub. A recent response from the FDA says this may not be the case.

• Food entrepreneurs have a recipe for success

  Published on August 4, 2014
  Take your recipe and turn it into a viable commercial product with free assistance from MSU Product Center.

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  Michigan greens are a year-round treat

  Published on June 6, 2016
  Spinach and collards and kale! Oh my! How to properly wash, prepare and preserve your greens.

• Tea beverages on the rise

  Published on September 2, 2015
  Tea beverage sales have grown significantly in the last four years. Learn more about current trends and what is important to consumers.

• Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference moves to a bigger barn

  Published on January 20, 2014
  More than 750 farmers and food enthusiasts will gather on Feb. 1, 2014 for the state’s largest sustainable farming conference.

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  Water system mapping for food safety

  Published on February 20, 2019
  Though not required by the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule, a water system map can be very helpful in an inspection. Here are some key features to include in a water system map.

• Small-scale vegetable production workshops offered in Flint and Novi

  Published on March 12, 2015
  Pilot program develops curriculum aimed at small scale vegetable producers in urban communities. These programs will provide a comprehensive look at vegetable production to hone current skills, develop new strategies and better understand pests.

• Retailers must keep records if grinding beef

  Published on February 8, 2016
  The U.S. Department of Agriculture requires retailers to document source of ground beef.

• Pointers for preventing glass contamination on the farm

  Published on September 5, 2012
  Glass can be a serious physical contaminant in fruit and vegetable operations. Keeping glass out requires both enacting preventive measures and constant vigilance to avoid opportunities for contamination.

• Sports performance bars sales expected to rise

  Published on June 10, 2013
  Sports performance bars are expected to have a $198 million sales growth by 2016 with men age 18-34 leading the consumer market.

• Food safety plan assistance offered by the MSU Product Center

  Published on August 11, 2014
  Learn more about how the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) affects your business and how the MSU Product Center offers food safety plan development assistance to small food processors.

• How to get a clean bill of “health” for your food business

  Published on August 3, 2015
  Carefully following the guidelines for food safety and sanitation are well worth a new business owners time and attention.

• Marketing your food product in the grocery store

  Published on November 22, 2013
  How to market your food product in the grocery store to gain customer loyalty and higher sales.

• Why should we care if our young people know where their food comes from?

  Published on November 24, 2014
  With the world growing quickly in population and interconnectedness, it is important for today’s youth to recognize the complex system that puts food on their dinner table every day and that they understand that they have the power to make a difference.

• Make money on each sale

  Published on November 26, 2012
  Successful management of a business requires pricing to ensure profits.

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  Workshop for farmland seekers and retiring or transitioning farmers to be held in Kalamazoo

  Published on December 28, 2017
  Sessions will focus on land access and conservation.

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  Tipping your servers: abolish the practice or embrace it?

  Published on April 14, 2016
  Questions about servers and tipping are answered to assist in determining one’s attitude about the controversy.

• Food hubs offer hope and help to agriculture producers

  Published on July 13, 2012
  Building an integrated agriculture production and distribution system that understands and meets the needs for local food is essential for all to prosper.

• Ethnic food an emerging market for processors

  Published on February 3, 2013
  The ethnic food market is forecasted to grow by 20.3 percent by 2017 as consumer interest increases and food product development sharpens its focus.

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  Add Michigan-grown poultry to your menu

  Published on November 14, 2017
  Michigan poultry is available year round.