News
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Bunny honey: Using rabbit manure as a fertilizer
Published on September 1, 2016
Looking for an organic, small round, pelleted form of fertilizer? Consider using fresh rabbit manure. -
MIFFS women in agriculture vermicomposting project
Published on August 29, 2016
A vermicomposting project on a Flint area women’s development farm has been established to help improve soil and plant health, and build community self-reliance. -
How well do you manage nitrogen in your soil?
Published on August 12, 2016
Expert Pete Scharf talks about the importance of nitrogen in preparation for MSU Agriculture Innovation Day. -
Together at the Farm: U.P. Local Food Conference to be Held
Published on July 15, 2016
Renowned Small Farm and Organic Expert, Eliot Coleman to Speak at Local Food Conference -
Earthworms can be an indicator of soil health
Published on June 29, 2016
Simple steps to determine worm populations in your field covered at MSU Agriculture Innovation Day. -
Educational benefits of school gardening for students
Published on May 16, 2016
Research shows that school gardens can improve academic achievement. -
Build up your school garden’s soil health using compost
Published on May 2, 2016
Follow these tips for creating, purchasing and using compost. -
Celebrating Earth Day with your family
Published on April 22, 2016
Ideas to help children be involved with preservation and conservation of Earth’s resources. -
Why should I get an MSU Soil Test?
Published on March 17, 2016
Why you should test your garden’s soil and what you’ll learn when using MSU Extension’s handy soil test kit. -
Turning Michigan fish waste into fertilizer creates a commercial product
Published on February 1, 2016
Several million pounds of commercial fish waste are generated in Michigan each year.