News
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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. -
MSU Extension and the Travel Industry Coalition of Michigan launch training program for Michigan’s tourism industry
Published on September 29, 2026
Learn more about the new Michigan Tourism Training & Engagement (MITTEN) program available for communities across the state. -
MSU Extension launches second partnership with Lapeer to continue capturing visitor impressions in their historic community
Published on September 29, 2026
This one-year pilot program seeks to understand strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities via QR codes around the historic community of Lapeer. -
Charter fishing plays a significant role in Michigan’s coastal economy
Published on August 28, 2026
Led by its captains, the charter fishing industry adapts to changing conditions. -
Announcing the Michigan First-Generation Farm Mentorship Program
Published on August 21, 2026
Learn from experienced farm mentors through this new opportunity. -
Communicating Through Conflict: Build skills for tough conversations
Published on July 27, 2026
Learn tools for navigating difficult conversations at work, in your community, and at home through this workshop opportunity. -
MSU Extension offering webinar on short-term rental policy options for local communities this October
Published on July 27, 2026
These webinars will help local governments consider the potential policy options available to them regarding short-term rentals (STRs). -
When boats tell stories: Preserving Michigan’s Great Lakes fishing heritage
Published on July 8, 2026
Researchers’ painstaking documentation saves the tales of commercial fishing vessels. -
Follow the Fish: Discover Michigan’s Great Lakes fisheries heritage
Published on June 25, 2026
Celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Trail story series will explore how fisheries have shaped Michigan and our country. -
Recreational fishing provides food, fun, and funding for conservation in Michigan
Published on June 16, 2026
Fishing is sometimes thought of as an expensive hobby that drives coastal tourism, but it can also be an affordable way to harvest food and enjoy the great outdoors close to home.