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Four NCR-SARE grant opportunities to fund farmers, educators and researchers are open for applications

Published on October 5, 2026
Apply by December 3 for Farmer Rancher, Youth Educator, Partnership and Research and Education grants.
Scholarship applications open soon for MSU Extension’s winter online Foundations of Gardening course

Published on October 2, 2026
Foundations of Gardening is a 10-week online course packed full of information to help you grow a healthier and more sustainable garden. Learn how to be a great gardener from Michigan State University Extension experts.
Cracked solar panel raises questions, but what does the science say?

Published on September 10, 2026
Fact sheet examines how modern solar panels are built and why studies show damaged panels pose little risk to soil and groundwater.
Spotted lanternfly is spreading in Michigan, and MSU Extension is helping Michiganders prepare

Published on September 10, 2026
From homemade traps and community workshops to preparing growers, MSU Extension is helping Michiganders respond to spotted lanternfly and slow its spread.
Dig in! MSU Organic Farmer Training expands to Flint in 2027

Published on September 9, 2026
Aspiring farmers can apply now to gain hands-on experience, visit more than 20 farms and build a farm plan through learning sites in Flint, Detroit, East Lansing and Grand Rapids.