Events
MSU Extension offers the Cottage Food Law class in either an online format or face-to-face. See the Online Cottage Food Law tab to find out more about the online class.
Face to face classes are delivered in a one- or two-hour format:
- The one-hour workshop covers the food safety aspect of preparing cottage foods for sale, including preparing, packaging, labeling, storing and transporting cottage foods.
- The two-hour workshop combines the business and food safety aspects of preparing and selling cottage foods safely and successfully. These workshops are taught by MSU Extension Food Safety Educators and MSU Product Center Innovation Counselors.
See the Events calendar below to find Cottage Food Law and other food safety related events available near you or online!
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Jun 18
Michigan Cottage Food Law
June 18, 2026 – December 7, 2026 Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Jul 8
ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Berrien - July 8, 2026
July 8, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM MSU Extension Office - Berrien County 1737 Hillandale Rd., Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in foodservice.
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Jul 9
Preserving MI Harvest-Pickle Perfect- Crafting Homemade Vegetable Pickles
July 9, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Pickling is not just for cucumbers. Join us and learn some tasty recipes for pickling a wide variety of veggies and fruits. It is a fun, delicious, and tasty way to preserve!
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Jul 13
Serving up Food Safety - If It's Too Hot in the Kitchen, Get Out and Grill!
July 13, 2026 12:00PM – 12:30PM Zoom Webinar
Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
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Jul 14
ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Kalamazoo - July 14, 2026
July 14, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM Kalamazoo County Expo Center, 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in foodservice.
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Jul 16
Preserving MI Harvest-Basics of Water Bath and Atmospheric Steam Canning
July 16, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Learn everything you need to know about using a water bath canner and atmospheric steam canner safely at home. We will cover supplies, equipment, processing, how to find safe recipes, and more.
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Jul 20
Serving up Food Safety - Brine Time: Veggie Pickling Basics
July 20, 2026 12:00PM – 12:30PM Zoom Webinar
Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
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Jul 20
Selling MI Honey & Maple Syrup - Safely! July 20
July 20, 2026 4:00PM – 6:00PM Virtual on zoom
Learn how to safely handle, package and store honey and maple syrup, and understand the exemption guidelines for selling these products in Michigan.
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Jul 21
ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Van Buren - July 21, 2026
July 21, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM MSU Extension Office - 57418 County Road 681 Hartford, MI 49057
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in foodservice.
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Jul 22
ServSafe Manager Training & Exam – Mason - July 22nd-2026
July 22, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM MSU extension. Conf rm A. 121 E. Maple St. Mason, MI. 48854
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe, a national certification program for those working in food service.
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Jul 23
Preserving MI Harvest-Preserving Summer Fruit
July 23, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Discover how to can, freeze and dehydrate sweet berries and summer fruits and create delicious preserved foods to enjoy the taste of summer all year long.
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Jul 27
Serving up Food Safety - Using Fresh Produce to Make Homemade Baby Food
July 27, 2026 12:00PM – 12:30PM Zoom Webinar
Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
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Jul 29
ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Branch - Aug. 18, 2026
July 29, 2026 – August 18, 2026 MSU Extension Office Branch County 570 Marshall Road Coldwater, MI 49036
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in foodservice.
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Jul 29
ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Branch - July 29, 2026
July 29, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM MSU Extension Office Branch County 570 Marshall Road Coldwater, MI 49036
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in foodservice.
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Jul 30
Preserving MI Harvest-Bean There, Canned That: Pressure Canning Green Beans
July 30, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Green beans are a popular vegetable for canning and plain beans must be pressure canned. Join us and experience how easy it is to pressure can green beans and other vegetables.
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Aug 3
Serving up Food Safety - Preserving Drink Mixers
August 3, 2026 12:00PM – 12:30PM Zoom Webinar
Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
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Aug 4
ServSafe® Manager Training and Certification Exam- Kalamazoo - Aug. 4, 2026
August 4, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM Kalamazoo County Expo Center, 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe®, a national certification program for those working in foodservice.
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Aug 6
Preserving MI Harvest-Sweet and Savory Salsa
August 6, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Join us to learn about preserving salsa using a variety of fruits. Salsa is not only savory favorite but a sweet addition to any meal.
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Aug 10
Serving up Food Safety - Fermenting Kimchi Safely
August 10, 2026 12:00PM – 12:30PM Zoom Webinar
Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
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Aug 11
SERVSAFE® MANAGER TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION EXAM- LENAWEE -11AUG2026
August 11, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM 9:00 am - 5:00 pm MSU Extension Lenawee County, 1040 S. Winter St., Adrian, MI 49221
Michigan State University Extension offers ServSafe, a national certification program for those working in foodservice, including non-profit organizations.