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MSU Extension DEMaND Series wins national award

Published on August 22, 2024
The DEMaND program was named National Winner of Search for Excellence by the National Association of County Agricultural Agents.
Michigan grape scouting report – August 22, 2024

Published on August 22, 2024
Stay informed and ahead of the curve with the latest vineyard updates and best practices in our comprehensive report. Enhance your grape growing success by leveraging expert insights on vine growth, disease management and innovative tools.
Compost in Communities Part 1: A View of Vermicomposting in Kent County

Published on August 22, 2024
This article is the first in a series exploring a variety of compost systems and their benefits to local communities. This exploration into vermicomposting examines the benefits of using worms in composting.
Empowering Michigan 4-H volunteers: Upcoming webinar series offers essential training and support

Published on August 21, 2024
Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to make a lasting impact—join the Michigan 4-H Volunteer Webinar Series this fall.
Promote peer relationships and safety in 4-H clubs

Published on August 21, 2024
Help youth learn the Michigan 4-H Guiding Principles in their club by exploring the first two principles.
Internship enhances career exploration and workforce readiness for 4-H intern

Published on August 21, 2024
Working with student interns is beneficial for both the student and the organization or business involved. An internship provides hands-on experience in career exploration and workforce preparation while also contributing to the needs of an organization.
MSU researchers build connection between forests and drinking water, outreach and conservation strategies follow

Published on August 21, 2024
A team of MSU researchers has shown there’s “untapped potential” for ensuring that Michigan forests provide clean and abundant drinking water.
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – August 21, 2024

Published on August 21, 2024
The mild winter and warm spring has pushed apple maturity earlier this year with apples up to 2 weeks ahead of normal, depending on the variety and location.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – August 21, 2024

Published on August 21, 2024
Early apple varieties are being harvested this week in the West Central region and cooler nighttime temperatures will enhance red color development.
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 21, 2024

Published on August 21, 2024
Harvest continues at full throttle while growers handle diseases and other late-season pests.
Enjoying the fireflies this summer? Thank a snail

Published on August 21, 2024
Before they become fireflies, these beetles spend their immature stage as predators of garden pests.
Consider student employment as part of workforce preparation and job readiness

Published on August 21, 2024
When talking to young people about what they plan to do in the future or how they will fund their education, student employment can be a piece of the puzzle. This article includes the perspective of a 4-H alumna who is a MSU student employee.
Connecting communities to health — virtually

Published on August 21, 2024
With its easy-to-use health program referral system, MSU Extension helps people find upcoming virtual classes in diabetes management, sleep education, and more — all within minutes.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 20, 2024

Published on August 21, 2024
Sunny days and cool nights ahead will help fruit to build sugar and develop skin color.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – August 21, 2024

Published on August 21, 2024
rand Rapids apple maturity and IPM update.
URP Welcomes New 1855 Professor, Dr. Jesus J. Lara

Published on August 20, 2024
The School of Planning, Design and Construction would like to welcome Dr. Jesus J. Lara to the Urban & Regional Planning Program
FSG Spotlight: Michael Hall’s Journey in Agricultural and Resource Economics

Published on August 20, 2024
Michael Hall, a Ph.D. student at MSU, explores food security and small-scale vendors in Tanzania, aiming to inform policy. His fieldwork and research draw from his rich academic and personal experiences.
UP Food Distribution Symposium aims to brainstorm solutions to improve regional food access and food business viability

Published on August 20, 2024
All are welcome to attend a day-long solutions workshop to address food distribution in the Upper Peninsula hosted by the Michigan State University (MSU) Center for Regional Food Systems, MSU Product Center, and partners.
Microplastics are Under the Microscope for New MSU Packaging Assistant Professor

Published on August 19, 2024
MSU's Yoorae Noh is investigating how these plastics interact with harmful substances in water systems, aiming to contribute to the developing science on their environmental and health impacts.
Fentanyl facts you should know, part 4: Where myths come from and why they spread

Published on August 19, 2024
Correcting misinformation about fentanyl is important to keep our communities safe. Find out where the most common fentanyl myths come from and how they spread.