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I-69 Thumb Region focuses on ecotourism initiatives to strengthen regional attractions
Published on May 17, 2017
Seven county partnership decides to strengthen tourism by emphasizing the importance of ecology first by inviting local and regional organizations to share research, programs, and events across Michigan’s Thumb. -
Michigan travel industry plans to build on the success of “Pure Michigan”
Published on May 8, 2012
Building on the successful “Pure Michigan” campaign, the travel industry in Michigan is developing its next five-year plan using data that shows encouraging signs of an economic comeback. -
Credit line necessary for year-end business
Published on December 15, 2014
With grain farms facing the lowest prices they have seen in several years, many farms will need to utilize their operating line of credit to close out 2014. -
Is your town a Trail Town?
Published on February 23, 2012
Communities benefit from linkages through the recreational use of rivers and trails. -
Take a STEP in the exporting direction
Published on December 29, 2014
Did your business take part in Michigan’s export last year of over $58 billion in goods? -
Gazelles gather to feed on information
Published on October 21, 2013
NLEA organizes a successful program for Northern Michigan CEOs to learn about State of Michigan programs. -
Great Lakes farm market expo offers educational opportunities for local food producers
Published on October 15, 2012
Michigan expo is one ofthe largest gatherings of fruit and vegetable producers in the nation. -
Shoe-leather marketing research for small businesses
Published on August 20, 2015
Easy cost-effective marketing research tactics to make better business decisions. -
Building community relationships: Part 2 – Where to find partners
Published on January 22, 2013
Explore strategic suggestions for identifying and locating potential community partners. -
Michigan barns offer tourism opportunities
Published on February 12, 2014
Barns tell stories of their use and the history of agriculture across the state, representing both an economic driver for communities and an attractive destination for visitors. -
Using native plants in landscape design projects: what contractors need to know
Published on September 17, 2013
A series of three tours of Michigan native plant and seed production facilities increases understanding of this ‘growing’ industry. -
Food Safety Summit focused on safe produce, certified growers for FSMA
Published on March 13, 2017
Second annual Southwest Michigan Food Safety Summit certifies 45 growers. -
Help implement new food date terminology
Published on April 3, 2017
New food expiration date terminology can save food from waste. -
Long term unemployed hindered by databased hiring practices
Published on December 5, 2016
The first line of any business is their employees. They produce the product and make contact with the customer. Procuring and properly providing personnel with compensation consistent with their contribution cannot be overlooked. -
Helping businesses succeed through partnerships
Published on June 19, 2013
Effective business support comes from effective resource sharing. -
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. -
Partnership with an internal focus group is a great way to pilot a new program
Published on April 15, 2014
MSU Extension educators collaborate with local advisory council cluster to pilot new program and gain their perspectives for a wider audience. -
Sell your business products to over 20,000 Michigan businesses
Published on February 9, 2015
Pure Michigan Business Connect is a statewide “buy local” program connecting sellers with buyers to help grow the Michigan economy. -
Entrepreneurial farm businesses and their success stories
Published on October 2, 2012
A recent two-day entrepreneurial farm tour featured 11 farms and food-related businesses. Many share common traits that enable them to be successful even though each one has their own unique story. -
Start-up costs are not a deductible business expense
Published on December 11, 2014
Business start-up costs are considered capital and are amortized over 180 months.