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Advice from chefs about ordering at a farm-to-table restaurant
Published on December 31, 2013
Here are some of the common mistakes made by well-meaning patrons that cause chefs heartburn. -
Honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a national day of service
Published on December 31, 2013
Find out how you can contribute in your community on January 20, 2014. -
Agritourism: Five core pillars for success
Published on December 20, 2013
Agritourism relies on five core pillars of business development. -
Locally-sourced food dominates National Restaurant Association’s top trends list for 2014
Published on December 16, 2013
This is the third consecutive year local food was the most important item on the menu according to the NRA’s national survey of over 1,300 chefs. -
Wholesaling for the food service market
Published on December 13, 2013
Selling your product for use in a grocery store deli or making the recipe of a restaurant for their chain stores may be a good wholesale option for your food business. -
“Let’s Move Salad Bars to Midwest Schools” campaign gets attention in Michigan
Published on December 4, 2013
The Michigan Department of Education encourages school food service directors to apply for donated salad bars for school meal programs. -
Marketing your food product in the grocery store
Published on November 22, 2013
How to market your food product in the grocery store to gain customer loyalty and higher sales. -
Getting your food product in the grocery store
Published on November 22, 2013
Learn how to prepare for and approach a retailer to carry your food product in their store. -
Michigan State University and the Product Center give “Barrier Buster” award to Morano Foods
Published on November 14, 2013
Michigan’s premier Specialty Food Show bestows food business award to Greg Morano. -
Cottage to Commercial: Ingredients for a successful food business
Published on November 8, 2013
Cottage to Commercial training will help you understand how to turn your food business idea into a commercial reality. -
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. -
Venison: Enjoying the local harvest and giving back
Published on November 3, 2013
A resource for recipes and information on a venison meat donation program to support Michigan families in need. -
MSU Extension teams up with Gavin Orchards to celebrate Michigan apples at two West Michigan schools
Published on October 20, 2013
Elementary students tried Gingergold, Paula Red and Gala apples to determine which was their favorite. -
Marketing to green consumers
Published on October 20, 2013
The market for environmentally-friendly packaging and products will grow while price, quality and durability remain important to consumers. -
Projections and tips for retail pizza products
Published on October 16, 2013
Research shows that variety, nutrition, fresh ingredients and individual servings are critical for the future of retail pizza product market. -
Making it in Michigan Conference aids food business launches
Published on October 10, 2013
Chris Quijano launched Mamma Q’s with the help of the MSU Product Center Making it in Michigan Conference. -
Where do all these soybeans go?
Published on October 8, 2013
A breakdown to uses for Michigan's second-largest commodity crop. -
New products should offer alternatives for consumers
Published on September 27, 2013
Trending is not just about Twitter. The wise entrepreneur is constantly engaged in following trends and matching products or services that solving problems for the consumer. -
ArtPrize in Grand Rapids, Mich. is fueled by local produce
Published on September 20, 2013
West Michigan Farmlink provides the connection between farmers and chefs for many of the community’s top restaurants. -
Business partnerships and joint ventures and business relationships should be carefully considered
Published on September 20, 2013
Many advantages may be realized from working with other firms, but the relationship should be properly considered to insure the best results.