News

Building a culture of appreciation: Recognizing 4-H volunteers and youth

Published on July 7, 2025
Pause and recognize the efforts of others.
Look for the helpers: Talking with young children about tragedy

Published on July 7, 2025
“When I was a boy and I would see scary things on the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” — Fred Rogers
From whispers to wellness: Addressing the root causes of rumors in youth settings

Published on July 7, 2025
Understanding the social communication issues behind rumors can help adults mitigate their impact in youth group settings.
Beginning Farmer Field Day held July 22 in west Michigan

Published on July 7, 2025
If you are new to farming or considering starting a farm, this field day is a great opportunity to learn and network.
Have you experienced barriers or challenges to accessing farmland? We want to know!

Published on July 7, 2025
Take part in a survey from a joint MIFarmLink-MSU Extension research project funded through a SARE grant.
Farm Bill Programs offer limited support for 2024 production year

Published on July 7, 2025
New data emerges on support provided by current Farm Bill programs.
Urban & Regional Planning To Move Colleges, Unifying SPDC under CANR

Published on July 3, 2025
The School of Planning, Design and Construction will move entirely to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources as the Urban & Regional Planning program moves from the College of Social Science to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Cherry Industry Honors MSU Entomology Alumna for Pest Management Work

Published on July 3, 2025
Nikki Rothwell, head of the Northwest Michigan Horticultural Research Center, has been named the 2025 Cherry Industry Person of the Year for her impactful research and grower-focused solutions to fruit pest challenges.
Maredia named Fellow of African Academy of Sciences

Published on July 3, 2025
MSU director of International Agricultural Programs recognized for 30 years of contributions to agricultural capacity building and education
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 3, 2025

Published on July 3, 2025
Soybeans are in late vegetative to early reproductive stages. As wheat ripens, consider options for planting a robust cover crop or soybeans after harvest.