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When temperatures soar, MSU Extension has answers to help you keep cool

Published on July 14, 2026
MSU Extension’s expert guidance and resources can help Michiganders navigate the impacts of extreme heat at home, on the farm, and outdoors.
MSU Extension’s Specialty Cut Flower Farm Tour returns this August

Published on July 14, 2026
Learn how Michigan growers are building resilient, profitable flower farms.
Learn from experience, grow with confidence

Published on July 14, 2026
Registration is open for the Michigan First-Generation Farm Mentors Tour Series.
From vision to action: How MSU Extension is advancing its strategic direction

Published on July 13, 2026
Less than two years after adopting its Strategic Direction, MSU Extension is already improving its operations and building on its statewide impact.
Community-led nutrition and physical activity efforts across Michigan receive $65,000 in support from MSU Extension

Published on July 10, 2026
Community Change Fund helps partners strengthen and sustain access to healthy food and physical activity.
Rules and regulations for selling honey in Michigan

Published on July 9, 2026
A guide for beekeepers who want to process and sell honey or honey related products direct or wholesale.
Join MSU Extension’s virtual book club on sustainable living this fall

Published on July 9, 2026
Explore practical strategies for sustainability in this 8-week online series, featuring guided discussions and a free e-book.
Registration open for MSU Extension’s 2027 Zoning Administrator Certificate Program

Published on July 8, 2026
This award-winning program returns in 2027 with two location options for participants to choose from.
Putting planning back into the planning commission

Published on July 2, 2026
The primary role of the planning commission is implementing the master plan; there are several tools to make that job easier.
Pet treats and chews

Published on July 2, 2026
Licensing, labeling and processing needs for pet treats and chews.
Notice requirements in Michigan’s Open Meetings Act

Published on July 2, 2026
Michigan’s Open Meetings Act contains important requirements for the noticing of meetings of public bodies.
Field days, workshops and webinars for farmers transitioning to organic

Published on June 23, 2026
Sign up now to learn from organic farmers.
Michigan hop crop report – June 18, 2026

Published on June 22, 2026
Growers should be considering leaf plus petiole nutrient testing.
New voluntary registration system now available for Michigan cottage food businesses

Published on June 22, 2026
A new, optional registration process helps cottage food entrepreneurs strengthen their business readiness.
MSU UPREC welcomes student field trips for spring 2026

Published on June 18, 2026
Kindergarten through high school students from multiple Michigan counties participated in a variety of activities led by UPREC staff.