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Homeless individuals and families are especially vulnerable during disasters and emergencies
Published on July 7, 2014
Learn how to help the homeless in your community prepare for natural disasters and extreme weather conditions. -
Composting in community gardens
Published on July 3, 2014
Some simple best management practices can reduce problems and provide great compost when managing compost in urban farm and community garden settings. -
Local food gets closer to home with backyard gardens
Published on July 3, 2014
The shortest of all food supply chains is from one’s backyard directly to the kitchen! Backyard gardening is an excellent way for people to reap the benefits of fresher, nutrient-rich foods. -
Early-summer hops update
Published on July 3, 2014
IPM collaborations continue, MSU Extension hops programs announced. -
Master plan priorities should be considered in budget processes
Published on July 2, 2014
Yearly budgets can create a short-term approach to local financial management. -
Poverty competency – a necessary skill to have
Published on July 2, 2014
Learn about the different types of poverty and how you can help move people forward, out of poverty. -
Flint, Michigan area urban agriculture report – July 2, 2014
Published on July 2, 2014
Warmer weather and favorable rainfall in the past week has vegetable crops growing rapidly in urban and semi-rural small scale diversified farm fields and hoop-houses. -
Thorough application reviews are critical for local planning processes
Published on July 1, 2014
Poor reviews of applications can result inaccurate zoning reviews and interpretations. -
Lansing farm provides unique setting for workplace skill development
Published on June 30, 2014
Persons with barriers to employment are learning employment skills in an agricultural environment that teaches them some of the most modern agricultural practices. -
Flint, Michigan area urban agriculture report – June 25, 2014
Published on June 25, 2014
Mild weather and rainfall has favored vegetable crops in urban farm fields and hoop-houses. The new Flint Farmer’s Market opened Saturday, June 21.