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Gladwin hosts training for nine new MSU Extension Master Gardener volunteers

Published on July 30, 2026
Participants learn about the MSU Extension Master Gardener Program® to prepare for volunteer work in Central and Northern Michigan.
Soil Savvy workshop helps gardeners build healthy soil

Published on July 28, 2026
Join MSU Extension in Lansing on Saturday, August 15 for a hands-on workshop on how to build healthy soil for a thriving garden.
The Gardener’s Detective: Meet MSU Extension Educator David Lowenstein

Published on July 17, 2026
From diagnosing garden mysteries and identifying insects to preserving Mackinac Island's historic lilacs and sharing gardening advice, David Lowenstein is on the case to helping Michiganders find practical, science-based solutions.
When temperatures soar, MSU Extension has answers to help you keep cool

Published on July 14, 2026
MSU Extension’s expert guidance and resources can help Michiganders navigate the impacts of extreme heat at home, on the farm, and outdoors.
Registration now open for MSU Extension’s Foundations of Gardening course

Published on July 1, 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.
MSU Extension and community partners to host memorial garden planting in Oxford 

Published on May 1, 2026
The event will honor four students tragically lost in a November 2021 school shooting in Oxford, Michigan.  
New Michigan gardening calendar resources support home gardeners statewide

Published on April 6, 2026
Region‑specific gardening calendars help Michigan gardeners schedule planting dates using local frost timing and soil temperature guidance.
What can I do about sandhill cranes in my yard and garden?

Published on February 19, 2026
Understanding their history and diet is a great first step.
SARE supports sustainable agriculture learning opportunities for Tribal communities

Published on December 23, 2025
Two programs are available through Tribal SARE. The $5,000 mini grant supports workshops, conferences and demonstration projects on Indigenous food sovereignty, and travel funds provide $500 for Tribal educators to attend sustainable agriculture events.
New free online course about insects in the garden

Published on October 9, 2025
Sign up to receive six lessons by email about insect identification and their roles.