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Michigan Food and Farming Systems to host virtual SARE farmer forum
Published on January 6, 2021
Learn about research and education projects farmers have implemented using SARE grants during a virtual farmer form on Jan. 13, 2021. -
Basic Home Hydroponics: A workshop for DIY enthusiasts
Published on December 22, 2020
On Jan. 2, 2021, the Basic Home Hydroponics workshop will teach participants everything they need to know to begin hydroponics at home. -
In-person, on-farm learning for beginning farmers amidst the COVID-19 pandemic
Published on December 14, 2020
The MSU Student Organic Farm is offering a COVID-19 pandemic adapted Organic Farmer Training Program in 2021. -
Food safety and holiday food baskets
Published on December 11, 2020
Food banks and pantries must consider safety when distributing holiday food baskets. -
How food purchasing changed in 2020 – Did we get it right?
Published on November 20, 2020
How did consumer food purchasing habits change in 2020 and what does it mean for the future? -
Farm Business Incubator — growing farmers in the central Upper Peninsula
Published on November 20, 2020
Michigan State University Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center is now accepting applications for its Farm Business Incubator program. -
InBooze Cocktail Kits Wins 2020 Minority Business Award from the Michigan State University Product Center
Published on November 12, 2020
Some Michigan food businesses have been able to adapt to survive during the pandemic. -
Don’t lose money shipping your food product
Published on October 16, 2020
A food company can lose a lot of money in hidden shipping costs. Learn what you need to know at the Cook, Share & Prosper Summit. -
Grow your food business at the Cook, Share & Prosper MSU Product Center Food Summit
Published on September 30, 2020
It’s been a turbulent year for food entrepreneurs. Join the MSU Product Center on Nov. 12, 2020 from 9 -11 a.m. to learn what you need to thrive in the current environment. -
MSU entomologist leads training for Latino/a farmers, receives new $600K USDA grant
Published on September 23, 2020
MSU's La Cosecha (a Spanish word for harvest) program, which provides training for first- and next-generation Latino/a farmers in Michigan, has received a $600,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture.