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MSU Extension helps people improve their lives through an educational process that applies knowledge to critical issues, needs and opportunities.

09/24/2026

Safe Food = Healthy Kids is an interactive workshop designed for childcare providers. Join our FREE, ONLINE series and learn what the best practices are for food safety to help keep kids safe.
• Oct. 27, 6 p.m. EDT
• Nov. 16 & 17 (2 part class) 1 p.m. EST
• Dec. 7, 6 p.m. EST

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/safe_food_healthy_kids/

09/16/2026

Safe Food Handling for Food Donations: ADVANCED Training (Online, Free Session)
This training, covers the legal aspects of liability, the types of food to accept for donation, storage conditions for food, the management of pests, understanding food recalls, transportation of donated food, staff and volunteer management, and emergency and food defense plans.
• Sept. 22, 6 p.m. EDT
• Oct. 14, 1 p.m. EDT

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/safe_food_water/events

09/14/2026

Safe Food Handling for Food Donations: Basic Training
(Online, Free Session)

Safe Food Handling for Food Donations: Basic Training is designed for food banks, pantries, drives, and other organizations that distribute food to alleviate food insecurity.
• Sept. 21, 6 p.m. EDT
• Oct. 14, 9 a.m. EDT

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/safe_food_water/events

09/12/2026

Selling Michigan Honey & Maple Syrup Safely

Food safety is key to successfully selling honey and maple syrup in Michigan. Learn how to safely handle, package and store honey and maple syrup, and understand the exemption guidelines for selling these products in Michigan. Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development allows for collection and production of honey and maple syrup that can be sold without a license, and there is an expectation that this is done safely. Personal hygiene, food safe containers, storage, cleaning and sanitizing methods, and MDARD’s exemption guidelines are topics covered on this workshop.

• Sept. 18, 12 p.m. EDT
• Oct. 26, 2 p.m. EDT
• Nov. 11, 12 p.m. EDT

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/cottage_food_law/events

09/09/2026

ATTENTION: Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators.

Learn how to safely prepare and sell allowable foods to the public made in home kitchens. The Michigan Cottage Food Law workshop reviews the food safety aspects and guidelines of preparing and selling cottage foods. The MSU Product Center joins us to cover the business aspects of the Cottage Food Law. A Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Inspector will be available for the Q&A portion of this workshop.

• Sept. 23, 6 pm EDT
• Oct. 15, 10 am EDT
• Nov. 2, 2 pm EST
• Dec. 7, 6 pm EST

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/michigan-cottage-food

09/08/2026

Hey High Schoolers! Join us for ServSafe Food Handler Course
This course covers:
Basic Food Safety
Personal Hygiene
Cross-Contamination
Time & Temperature Control
Cleaning & Sanitation

Saturday, September 12, 2026
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Shiawassee County MSU Extension Office
$20 registration. Must be registered as space is limited!

***Please note the address zip code is 48817 not 28817***

Visit https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/foodhandlerforteenssept2026 for registration!

09/07/2026

As gardens wind down, learn how to maximize what's left in the garden by pickling, canning and freezing fall produce. Learn the latest methods and research for preserving foods at home. Let us help you fill your pantry and freezer by preserving food safely at home.
Join our series:
Preserving MI Harvest (Online, Free Sessions)
Thursdays – 1 p.m. & 6 p.m.

Sept. 17, 2026- It's Sauerkraut Season! Let's Ferment!
Making batches of Sauerkraut is a tradition for many families. Join us to learn proper techniques to prepare cabbage, ferment and process this delicious product.

Sept. 24, 2026 - Pickling and Preserving What's Left in the Garden

Oct. 1, 2026 - The Drying Game: Basics of Dehydrating

Oct. 8, 2026 - Oh Deer! Preserving Venison

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/food_preservation/events

09/03/2026

Thinking of expanding your Cottage Food business?
Moving Beyond Cottage Food (Online, Free Session) is a great small series for you!
Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators can learn basic knowledge to guide them in the right direction for becoming a licensed food operator and Moving Beyond Cottage Foods.
• Sept. 14, 2 p.m. EDT
• Nov. 9, 6 p.m. EST

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/cottage_food_law/events

09/02/2026

Join the MSU Food Safety Educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions in their free, afternoon series:
Serving Up Food Safety (Online, Free Sessions)
Mondays – 12 p.m.

Sept. 14, 2026 - As seen on tv- Is it Safe?

Sept. 21, 2026 - From Orchard to Oven: Pie Fillings in a Jar
Get ready to preserve fillings from the harvest season with research-based recipes & learn about the differences in clear gels.

Sept. 28, 2026 - Preserving Homemade Jerky
Learn safe ways to make great-tasting jerky from your own harvested wild-game or meat you get from the store.

To learn more and to register, visit: www.canr.msu.edu/events/serving-up-food-safety2026

08/31/2026

Living with a chronic condition can be challenging, but it doesn't have to define your future. You may have more control over your health than you realize. Join us for a 30-minute informational session about programs offered by Michigan State University (MSU) Extension that can help you maintain control over the areas of your life that can impact your health.

Your Health, Your Choice

Thursday from 10:00-11:00 AM ET
September 10, 2026
Registration link: https://pears.io/events/msuext/9266/

Address

149 E Corunna Avenue Suite 1. 1 St Floor
Corunna, MI
48817

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 12pm
	1pm - 5pm
Friday	8am - 12pm

Telephone

(989) 743-2251

Website

http://msue.anr.msu.edu/county/info/shiawassee

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