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First time visitor perspectives still in high demand for Michigan communities

Published on February 19, 2025
Demand for MSU Extension’s First Impressions Tourism assessment program reaches pre-pandemic levels by assisting five communities in understanding assets and unique qualities through first time visitor experiences and perspectives.
Lapeer to host state-wide MSU Extension conference focused on supporting entrepreneurs

Published on February 19, 2025
MSU Extension will bring communities together to share best practices for entrepreneurial support on May 29-30, 2025.
Making It In Michigan Conference and Trade Show returns to Lansing in May 2025

Published on February 13, 2025
Join the MSU Product Center for Michigan’s specialty food manufacturers premier event on May 7, 2025.
Learn more about part 2 of the preventive controls for human food training course

Published on January 27, 2025
A new version of the Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) course, PCQI Version 2.0, is coming soon!
Boost your farm or food business: Online grant writing course now available

Published on January 24, 2025
This free course is self-paced and available online to provide food and farm business owners with a better understanding of the grant writing process.
Old versus new: Understanding the new economy part 2

Published on December 19, 2024
A very fundamental structural shift has occurred with economic development. In this new economic age, it pays to know the difference between the old and new economy.
Learn about Michigan food systems with MI Food Stories online course

Published on December 5, 2024
MI Food Stories course provides opportunity for Michigan food consumers to learn more about food systems.
The what, why and how of organic: Resources and recordings available

Published on October 29, 2024
Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification.
Create a winning vendor space at holiday festivals and markets

Published on October 22, 2024
Read on for lessons from Demo Day 2024.
MSU Extension DEMaND Series wins national award

Published on August 22, 2024
The DEMaND program was named National Winner of Search for Excellence by the National Association of County Agricultural Agents.