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First time visitor perspectives still in high demand for Michigan communities

Published on February 19, 2025
Demand for MSU Extension’s First Impressions Tourism assessment program reaches pre-pandemic levels by assisting five communities in understanding assets and unique qualities through first time visitor experiences and perspectives.
Lapeer to host state-wide MSU Extension conference focused on supporting entrepreneurs

Published on February 19, 2025
MSU Extension will bring communities together to share best practices for entrepreneurial support on May 29-30, 2025.
Aquatic Invasive Species and Appropriate Inclusion: Hard Lessons from the Field

Published on February 18, 2025
Michigan has a plan to address and prevent the harmful impacts of aquatic invasive species on its waters. And if you guessed that it’s time to update the plan again, you are right.
Lake and stream volunteer monitoring: How to get involved

Published on February 13, 2025
Learn more about the Michigan Clean Water Corps volunteers collecting valuable water quality and habitat data on inland lakes and streams across our state.
Making It In Michigan Conference and Trade Show returns to Lansing in May 2025

Published on February 13, 2025
Join the MSU Product Center for Michigan’s specialty food manufacturers premier event on May 7, 2025.
MSU Extension course takes an active approach to address community conservation

Published on February 13, 2025
This 6-week, hybrid course prepares participants to work with decision makers, influence management decisions and aid in conservation efforts.
Farmer shares experience about grazing livestock in solar projects

Published on February 12, 2025
Farmers who raise sheep and cattle and local planning and zoning board members are invited to learn about solar grazing opportunities.
Farmer shares experience growing vegetables under and between solar arrays

Published on February 11, 2025
Dual-use solar is one tool that can be utilized to keep farms sustainable.
Beginning farmers have plenty to glean from MI Ag Ideas to Grow With

Published on February 10, 2025
Join hundreds of fellow farmers February 24 through March 7 during the MI Ag Ideas to Growth With virtual conference.
Empowering Michigan teens through civic engagement: 4-H Capitol Experience

Published on January 30, 2025
A hands-on approach to public policy where teens have a platform for youth voice.
Fifth annual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference focuses on food and animal production

Published on January 27, 2025
A virtual experience offering 40 educational sessions with knowledge and resources for farmers, landowners and those interested in food and agricultural production.
Learn more about part 2 of the preventive controls for human food training course

Published on January 27, 2025
A new version of the Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) course, PCQI Version 2.0, is coming soon!
Understanding the Land Division Act: Roles, responsibilities and real scenarios

Published on January 24, 2025
The Land Division Act can cause splitting headaches for all parties involved. This two-part webinar series offers relief by explaining the roles and responsibilities of local officials when reviewing requests to divide land in Michigan.
Boost your farm or food business: Online grant writing course now available

Published on January 24, 2025
This free course is self-paced and available online to provide food and farm business owners with a better understanding of the grant writing process.
MSU Extension Center for Local Government Finance and Policy names Erika Rosebrook director

Published on January 21, 2025
Rosebrook joins the Center from MSU’s Department of Political Science, following a nationwide search.