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Northwest Lower Michigan Fisheries Heritage: Travel, tourism and fish
Published on August 29, 2014
Historically, and still today, recreational and commercial fish and fishing for northern Lake Michigan communities reflects an important way of life. -
Interest in agriculture careers are on the rise
Published on August 29, 2014
Interest in local foods and where our food comes from generates increased interest in agriculture careers, especially if local food and nutrition topics are taught in schools. -
Van Buren County celebrates 100 years of Extension
Published on August 29, 2014
The signing of the Smith-Lever act in 1914 authorized the creation of the Cooperative Extension System. One hundred years later, Van Buren County board of commissioners and Extension personnel gathered to celebrate 100 years of service. -
The steps of collective visioning: Part 2
Published on August 28, 2014
Carrying out the collective visioning process in your community. -
What’s a food desert?
Published on August 28, 2014
Food deserts not only reduce food options, but also contribute to poor health and are associated with lower quality of life. -
Collective visioning: deciding on a destination together and planning the trip there
Published on August 25, 2014
Where do you see your community in 25 years? Inviting all your community members to join in the journey can create an investment in progress towards those goals and positive change in the future. -
Flint, Michigan area urban agriculture report – August 20, 2014
Published on August 20, 2014
Plant disease pressures remain high for growers in urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoop-houses and market gardens. Harvest of many vegetable crops is well underway. -
Cool schools 2014: What are the most sustainable schools?
Published on August 19, 2014
Where does your school of choice rank on sustainability and why is this important? -
Cool schools 2014: Why does it matter?
Published on August 19, 2014
Where does your school of choice rank on sustainability and why is this important? -
The history of MSU Extension
Published on August 15, 2014
Dig deeper to understand how MSU Extension started and how the program has grown since the beginning.