Extension
Extension's overall purpose is education -- education that will empower people to make intelligent decisions relating to their vocations, their families, and their environment.
Health promotion efforts, along with food processing and food safety, are part of the outreach efforts for MSU-Extension Service in the department. Each year Extension programs reach thousands of families with health related information and skills training. Programs address the effective utilization of healthcare, self-care skills for all ages, the prevention and early detection of chronic diseases, and care giving for dependent children and elders.
In the area of food processing and food safety, Extension also provides assistance with new and/or expanding food processing businesses, food safety programs and training, interpretation of government regulations related to food processing facilities, and technical support in quality control, product development, and food processing.