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Michigan 4-H precollege programs help youth discover and dream

Published on August 21, 2025
Michigan 4-H provides developmentally-appropriate programs and opportunities for youth throughout every stage of their precollege life.
New free resource helps aspiring entrepreneurs launch a food truck business

Published on August 21, 2025
This new, fillable workbook was authored by the MSU Product Center and the MSU Center for Regional Food Systems and is available for free.
Cottage cheese: A TikTok famous staple

Published on August 13, 2025
Learn more about this dairy product that recently went viral on TikTok through some recipes and other interesting facts.
Bridging the Summer Hunger Gap

Published on August 8, 2025
Community solutions in action are helping to alleviate food insecurity.
Registration open for MSU Extension Specialty Cut Flower Farm Tour

Published on August 6, 2025
Visit thriving local flower farms, learn how others are managing their operations, and connect with fellow growers this September.
The Michigan lavender harvest is underway

Published on August 1, 2025
Learn more about this floral culinary ingredient by visiting a farm near you.
Be prepared: Create a family emergency plan

Published on July 31, 2025
Disasters can occur any time or place. Be ready with a family emergency plan—preparation is vital to safety and well-being.
MSU hosts tour of new Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center

Published on July 28, 2025
Modernized facility will increase research output and impact, improve educational opportunities, serve as a hub for Michigan dairy industry
Michigan hop crop report week of July 24, 2025

Published on July 24, 2025
The 2025 hop crop is coming along nicely.
MSU Extension’s Food Safety Webinar Series: Selling honey & maple syrup – safely

Published on July 23, 2025
Join MSU Extension to learn about the key food safety practices, regulations, and best practices for selling honey and maple syrup products in Michigan.
Understanding the “Rural-Urban Transect” tool

Published on July 21, 2025
The Transect is a community analysis tool that can lead to better understanding of land use patterns and application of planning and zoning techniques.
Master plans and housing: What the Michigan Planning Enabling Act requires

Published on July 21, 2025
Changes to the Michigan Planning Enabling Act effective April 2, 2025, require communities to consider their housing needs when master planning.
Discover an exciting new class on starting a school or community garden

Published on July 21, 2025
Learn the essential steps to success in school or community gardens with this free online course.
Registration open for MSU Extension’s 2026 Zoning Administrator Certificate Program

Published on July 18, 2025
Secure your spot soon for this great online learning opportunity and two days of in-person classes in Mt. Pleasant on February 19 and 20, 2026.
Michigan hop crop report week of July 10, 2025

Published on July 14, 2025
Growers are optimistic about the 2025 hop crop.