Results

• Getting Ready for Market – Part 2

  Published on May 25, 2016
  Treat your booth as your storefront.

• Tips for growing tomatoes in your home garden

  Published on April 27, 2015
  Michigan State University Extension resources help gardeners grow a successful crop.

• Simple steps to a strategic plan: Part 2

  Published on December 18, 2015
  Plan implementation occurs one bite at a time.

• Cottage Food Law classes teach regulations and marketing

  Published on April 1, 2016
  The two hour workshop not only covers the regulations around producing under Michigan’s Cottage Food Law but covers items related to food safety and business aspects such as marketing your product.

• Celebrate National Farmers Market Week

  Published on August 8, 2016
  The week of August 7-13 is proclaimed National Farmers Market Week.

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  MSU Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center field day upcoming

  Published on June 20, 2017
  Upper Peninsula agriculture research will be highlight at the Field Day on July 29.

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  Sourcing locally-grown carrots for Michigan institutions

  Published on August 12, 2016
  Malburg Acres LLC in Hart, Michigan grows carrots for area processors and distributors.

• Farmers Market Programs for WIC, SNAP and the Senior Populations

  Published on May 10, 2017
  Make use of programs available to help purchase locally grown produce.

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  SaladShip was camp success

  Published on August 17, 2015
  Two MSU Extension staff members team up to provide leadership skills through nutrition.

• Do I need a license to sell eggs at the farmers market?

  Published on May 28, 2015
  Understand the rules for becoming a Michigan farmers market vendor.

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  Damaged school hoop house?

  Published on August 20, 2015
  Advice on how to get your school’s hoop house or high tunnel back in production.

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  Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County

  Published on October 19, 2017
  Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917.

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  Safe handling tips for fruits and vegetables

  Published on April 6, 2015
  With farmers market season just around the corner, the time is ripe for a food safety refresher.

• Food retailing has shifted from corner groceries, to supermarkets to supercenters

  Published on February 11, 2013
  The evolution of the groceries have left many living in urban areas without easy access to fresh food.

• Long term opportunities abound for local meat production in Michigan

  Published on February 28, 2011
  Opportunities abound for local meat entrepreneurs; however aligning producer to consumer in an economically feasible manner and meeting year round supply is a challenge.

• Lapeer Farmers’ Market upgrades facilities for comfort of customers and vendors

  Published on May 1, 2013
  Vendors and customers at the Lapeer Farmers’ Market are more prepared for chilly market days since the market’s pavilion was enhanced for comfort in October 2012.

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  Michigan Celebrates National Food Day across the state

  Published on October 8, 2014
  From large to small scale events, Michigan residents are gearing up to celebrate National Food Day on October 24.

• MSU Product Center Provides Services at the New Grand Rapids Downtown Market

  Published on November 3, 2013
  Access to the expertise of the MSU Product Center is now provided to businesses that are part of the new Grand Rapids Downtown Market.

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  MSU Extension helps evaluate the Muskegon Farmers Market

  Published on August 22, 2016
  Results of the customer survey process conducted on July 9, 2016.

• Locally sourced food a great way to increase profits through differentiation

  Published on February 2, 2013
  Help your bottom line by setting yourself apart from your competition.