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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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