Escalate: Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems

80 West Main Street,Benton Harbor MI 49022

25 January, 2023

Description

Curious about the latest trend in the food industry? Have a food-related question you need to be answered by an expert? Join Maria Graziani, Food and Farm Business Specialist for Michigan State University, to learn more! This session will examine the trends in Michigan we are seeing with food entrepreneurs in manufacturing, pop-up food service, food trucks, and small main street businesses. We will also discuss significant first steps to take as a startup food-based business in Michigan. The Center for Regional Food Systems & Product Center at Michigan State University focuses on a thriving economy, equity, and sustainability for Michigan, the country, and the planet through food systems rooted in local regions and centered on food that is healthy, green, fair, and affordable. In addition Leslie Touma, founder of Freekeh Harvest™, will join us via Zoom to share her experience as a client working with Maria and the MSU Center for Regional Food Systems. To learn more about the WBC at Cornerstone Alliance, visit CornerstoneWBC.com.