Essential Resources for Food & Farm Entrepreneurs

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Defining Food Systems as an Asset Class

This series of white papers explores how traditional development finance tools can be applied to food-related projects.

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Council of Development Finance Agencies

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Selling Food In Michigan: Quick Reference Guide

Get ready to sell with this reference guide that covers product-specific regulations, licensing, and more.

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Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems

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Starting a Commercial Food Business

Prepare your food business for commercial success with this online training.

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Michigan State University Product Center

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How to Start a Food Truck Business

Join this free, self-paced online course and learn how to launch a food truck business in Michigan.

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Michigan State University Product Center

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Bibliography on Structural Racism in the U.S. Food System

Gain a foundation for learning and communicating about structural racism in the U.S. food system

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Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems

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Loan Readiness Toolbox for Food and Farm Businesses

Get finance ready with essential financial templates and expert tips to help you confidently apply for financing.

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Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems

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Michigan Good Food Fund 2023 Impact Report

Annual recap of financial investments and business assistance support for local food and farm entrepreneurs.

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Michigan Good Food Fund

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Michigan Good Food Fund Glossary of Key Terms

This glossary contains terms you may find useful when preparing for financing and/or business assistance.

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Michigan Good Food Fund

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Michigan Good Food Fund Loan Process Checklist

A checklist for the Michigan Good Food Fund loan application process.

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Michigan Good Food Fund

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Lending Partners: Introduction to Michigan Good Food Fund

Lending partner incentives and information about Michigan Good Food Fund’s offerings and services.

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Michigan Good Food Fund

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Entrepreneurs: Introduction to Michigan Good Food Fund

Learn more about Michigan Good Food Fund’s offerings and services for food and farm entrepreneurs, including flexible financing, tailored business assistance, and long-term relationships.

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Michigan Good Food Fund

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Time Management Workbook for Food and Farm Entrepreneurs

This workbook is designed specifically to make business planning achievable and approachable.

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Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems

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Funding Sources For Food-related Businesses

This guide will help you learn how to jumpstart your business by identifying national and statewide opportunities for financial support targeted at food and farm businesses.

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Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems

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