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FCCP Awarded Grant to Help Restore Urban Tree Canopy in Lansing, Michigan

Published on February 14, 2025
The Forest Carbon and Climate Program along with MassTimber@MSU, the city of Lansing, and the Lansing Board of Water and Light have been awarded funding to plant more than 2,000 trees and train the next generation of urban forestry leaders.
Lake and stream volunteer monitoring: How to get involved

Published on February 13, 2025
Learn more about the Michigan Clean Water Corps volunteers collecting valuable water quality and habitat data on inland lakes and streams across our state.
Understanding money: strategies for financial literacy for English language learners

Published on February 13, 2025
Managing money wisely is a crucial skill, but it can be challenging for those who are new to financial systems—especially young people and those still learning English.
Guidelines to assist growers with immigration preparedness on the farm: Part 1

Published on February 13, 2025
Introductory information to help growers and farm workers take initial steps for potential immigration actions.
FCCP Awarded Funding to Develop and Implement Climate Smart Forestry Practices Across the US

Published on February 13, 2025
The Forest Carbon and Climate Program was awarded funding to support the develop and implementation of climate smart forestry practices across the U.S. led by the Sustainable Forestry Initiative.
Creating and Editing Registration Processes

Published on February 12, 2025
How to create and edit registration processes in Events Management System.
Learn Backyard Fruit Basics with Michigan State University Extension’s online course

Published on February 12, 2025
Introductory fruit growing concepts for small and tree fruits offered through self-paced course.
Hunger Fighters Unite! lesson available to explore global food security

Published on February 12, 2025
This new 4-H lesson focuses on food security and community engagement. It serves as a wonderful introduction for those individuals who participate in the World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute pre-college program.
The five Ps of the lemonade stand: determining your potential profit

Published on February 12, 2025
When youth run a lemonade stand, they are learning and practicing the important concepts of the five Ps of marketing. This article focuses on maximizing lemonade stand profits and explains pricing, break-even and profit margins.
Farmer shares experience about grazing livestock in solar projects

Published on February 12, 2025
Farmers who raise sheep and cattle and local planning and zoning board members are invited to learn about solar grazing opportunities.