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Apply now for SARE Partnership Grants and SARE Professional Development grants

Published on October 2, 2025
Two grant programs support farm educators and agriculture professionals to address sustainable agriculture issues through collaboration with farmers or train-the-trainer projects.
MSU Product Center launches new introductory seminar for prospective clients

Published on September 30, 2025
Virtual sessions offered twice monthly will prepare entrepreneurs before registering as clients with the MSU Product Center.
Protecting animal health by strengthening farm biosecurity

Published on September 26, 2025
Healthy farms mean healthy communities. MSU Extension’s new resources and training make it easier for you to take simple steps that protect animals and keep Michigan agriculture strong.
Simplifying respiratory safety on the farm

Published on September 25, 2025
One resource for choosing the right respirator, meeting regulations, and protecting your team.
Engaging every voice in 4-H: Part 3 – The head of facilitation

Published on September 18, 2025
Exploring the third H (head) of facilitation for 4-H clubs.
Four steps for improving youth communication skills

Published on September 18, 2025
Having conversations about animal experiences can be challenging. Use these four steps to spur an informed discussion.
MSU Extension offering training on short-term rental policy options for local communities across the state

Published on September 15, 2025
Join MSU Extension at one of 10 trainings being offered this fall.
Indigenous farmers needed for soil health testing

Published on September 11, 2025
Michigan State University Extension is working to collaborate with Indigenous farms on quantifying what is living below ground.
Download free curricula for beginning farmers

Published on September 5, 2025
Teach practical farming skills through hands-on activities and participatory learning methods.
Enrollment now open: Popular MSU Extension course Introduction to Lakes Online offered January 2026

Published on September 3, 2025
Register today for this unique opportunity to learn about inland lakes.
MSU Organic Farmer Training expands to Grand Rapids, adding to program's learning community in Detroit and East Lansing

Published on September 3, 2025
Sign up for the 2026 Organic Farming Training Program to visit over 20 farms, hear from over 20 guest speakers and learn from a like-minded community of farmers, educational gardeners, farmworkers and food system changemakers.
The Defining Principles of a Modern Charrette: As Defined by The National Charrette Institute

Published on September 2, 2025
The National Charrette Institute explores the history, development and definition of a modern charrette.
Local government budgeting in uncertain times

Published on September 2, 2025
This free webinar brings together local leaders to share strategies for managing budgets amid state budget uncertainty.
MSU Extension and Michigan Department of Treasury launch grant readiness training

Published on September 2, 2025
This free webinar, part of the Fiscally Ready Communities series, helps local governments align grants with community goals, assess capacity, and build proactive policies to strengthen fiscal sustainability.
Strengthening fiscal sustainability for Michigan’s local governments

Published on August 29, 2025
In partnership with the Michigan Department of Treasury, MSU Extension’s Fiscally Ready Communities program reached 1,163 participants across 8 educational webinars in 2024.