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Broiler University takes flight this fall

Published on June 12, 2026
Michigan State University Extension to launch the Broiler University fall webinar series to support new and growing poultry producers.
Michigan State University Extension’s first Strawberry Day coming July 8

Published on June 9, 2026
Learn strawberry production and agritourism in southwest Michigan.
What’s trending in packaged food and beverages

Published on June 9, 2026
Insights from the Michigan State University Product Center on new trends in packaged foods.
Free resource available to help aspiring entrepreneurs launch a food truck business

Published on June 5, 2026
This fillable workbook was authored by the MSU Product Center and the MSU Center for Regional Food Systems and is available for free.
Michigan hop crop report – June 4, 2026

Published on June 5, 2026
Warm and dry weather equals optimum growing conditions for hops.
Community scientists are documenting aquatic invasive species in Michigan using iNaturalist

Published on June 1, 2026
Your lake or stream visit can turn into meaningful data.
The Partnership Playbook: The five levels of community partnership

Published on May 28, 2026
Partnerships come in many shapes and sizes. This framework helps organizations decide what level of collaboration is the right fit for their work.
Are you recall-ready?

Published on May 27, 2026
Learn why food and beverage consumer packaged goods businesses should practice mock recalls regularly.
Michigan hop crop report – May 22, 2026

Published on May 26, 2026
Warm, dry weather on the horizon will kick hops into gear.
Michigan Sen. Sam Singh on MSU agriculture research, outreach: ‘There’s a need and a want’

Published on May 26, 2026
Singh, who represents the 28th Senate District, touted MSU's work as essential to supporting the state's second-largest industry.
Ten practical steps to navigate challenges and build stronger volunteer partnerships

Published on May 22, 2026
Learn how to build strong working relationships with fellow volunteers.
A planning commission is much more than zoning

Published on May 20, 2026
Planning commissions have an important job that includes coordination, intergovernmental cooperation, master plan preparation, zoning administration, infrastructure review, subdivision review, housing analysis, capital improvements planning and more.
Best practices for grocery store sampling: Turning a first taste into repeat sales

Published on May 20, 2026
Tips for food businesses on grocery store sampling from the MSU Product Center.
MSU opens newly renovated $35-million Plant Science Greenhouses

Published on May 19, 2026
Michigan State University partners gathered May 14 on the East Lansing campus for a ribbon-cutting to celebrate transformative renovations
Michigan hop crop report – week of May 11, 2026

Published on May 11, 2026
Cool weather over the last week should give way to warmer weather and improved growing conditions.