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MSU Extension and Aquinas College partner to build community leadership
Published on February 21, 2012
Internships for community-based work make an impact on students, state -
Farmers markets act as gathering space and local economic engine
Published on February 20, 2012
Farmers markets are important to local economic development as well as the social and environmental vitality of the community. -
Five steps to a successful schoolyard garden
Published on February 20, 2012
Gardening can be a great educational tool for students -
Using social media to connect people with agriculture
Published on February 20, 2012
Proprieters of farm and farmers markets are learning to use social media to connect with customers in promoting their products and connecting people with agriculture. -
MSU Extension provides facilitation assistance to engage citizens in biobanking practices
Published on February 17, 2012
Extension's statewide presence helps gauge public awareness in NIH-funded project -
Recent study demonstrates the economic insecurity of many Michigan families
Published on February 17, 2012
'American Dream' at risk as expenses keep rising while available jobs are more and more in low-paying industries -
Characteristics of successful meetings
Published on February 17, 2012
Many people think meetings are a waste of time -- and sometimes they are right. But you can help increase the productivity of meetings that you schedule and attend. -
Avoid common pitfalls experienced by many new and existing businesses
Published on February 16, 2012
What are the seven common challenges facing any business start-up or existing business and where can help be found? -
MSU Extension offers Citizen Planner program in Petoskey
Published on February 16, 2012
Today’s planning and zoning officials are facing significant challenges as the state’s economy changes. The MSU Extension Citizen Planner Program provides in-depth training to address those concerns. -
Turn your business dreams into reality
Published on February 16, 2012
Whether you want to open a manufacturing facility, restaurant, agricultural business, retail outlet or high-tech firm there are many tools available to begin your journey.