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Flint, Michigan area urban agriculture report – August 17, 2016
Published on August 17, 2016
Growers are continuing to harvest summer’s bounty and are thankful for rain that fell this past week in the Flint area. -
Confusion with Asian longhorned beetle look-alikes
Published on August 16, 2016
A few native beetles are easy to mistake for the invasive Asian longhorned beetle. Here are some ways to spot the difference. -
Human relations matter: Part two
Published on August 16, 2016
Study like a salesman to learn techniques that will develop and improve communication skills and strengthen relationships. -
Placemaking for economic development
Published on August 16, 2016
Placemaking as an economic development tool can be more efficient and cost effective than traditional attraction strategies. -
Michigan Fresh and Master Gardeners at Detroit Eastern Market
Published on August 15, 2016
Michigan State University Extension personnel and Master Gardener volunteers will staff an information booth at the Detroit Eastern Market this summer and fall. -
The basics of adaptive reuse
Published on August 15, 2016
Defining the three main types of adaptive reuse to plan for in your community. -
New guide to assist with citizen water monitoring programs
Published on August 15, 2016
The Center for Watershed Protection has produced an online guide to assist groups in identifying goals and developing a monitoring program to achieve improved water quality in local waterways. -
Sourcing locally-grown carrots for Michigan institutions
Published on August 12, 2016
Malburg Acres LLC in Hart, Michigan grows carrots for area processors and distributors. -
Requirements for running a November 8 election campaign
Published on August 12, 2016
I lost my election on August 2, but I don’t want to give up yet. -
Ozone Action Days still possible
Published on August 10, 2016
While summer is winding down, predicted weather conditions may bring several additional Ozone Action Days before it officially ends.