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Future online vegetable courses – weigh in with your thoughts
Published on June 13, 2014
Michigan State University Extension seeks public’s interest for future online vegetable courses. Take the survey online today. -
Critters attacking your garden? Use them to teach your children about science!
Published on May 30, 2014
If you have a flower or vegetable garden, you can turn a potential disaster into a teachable moment about science. -
Vegetable gardeners make use of organic mulch as a sustainable and smart practice
Published on May 22, 2014
Identify the best mulch for your vegetable garden goals. -
Maintaining warm soils during a cold summer
Published on May 20, 2014
Consider these smart ways to keeping soils warm and warm-season vegetables healthy during a colder-than-normal summer. -
Growing a variety of flowering plants helps bees and other beneficial insects
Published on May 20, 2014
Growing a mixture of annuals, perennials and flowering trees and shrubs will help bees and other beneficial insects that provide natural control of plant pests. -
What are the physical and mental benefits of gardening?
Published on May 19, 2014
Gardening can reduce stress and mental clarity while also helping to prevent everything from coronary disease to colon cancer. -
Changes to Site Selection GAAMP mean communities have greater opportunity to plan for food systems
Published on May 16, 2014
Michigan law requires local governments to provide for all lawful land uses where there is a demonstrated need. Is there any greater need than food? -
Determine soil temperatures before planting vegetables for improved results
Published on May 12, 2014
Make use of a vegetable’s seed germination requirements to get started in the garden. -
Build smart soils using mulch, composted organic matter and reducing tillage
Published on May 7, 2014
Learn steps for smart soil building right in your backyard or vegetable garden. -
Act now if you want to rent garden space in Grand Rapids
Published on April 17, 2014
A survey of community gardens by MSU Extension finds that many already have waiting lists.