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Grobbel honored as outstanding 4-H agriculture volunteer

Published on July 9, 2025
Brigitte Grobbel of Clinton County is among six Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients honored in 2025.
Holladay honored as outstanding 4-H agriculture volunteer

Published on July 9, 2025
Michelle Holladay of Oceana County is among six Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients honored in 2025.
West central Michigan small fruit update – July 9, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Blueberry harvest is underway in west central and southwest Michigan. Hand-harvest of early-season varieties like Duke started last week. Fruit quality and size are excellent.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Fruit is ripening in southwest Michigan.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – July 9, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Tart cherry harvest has begun in west central Michigan.
2025 Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients

Published on July 9, 2025
Six outstanding 4-H leaders honored for outstanding achievements in 4-H youth agricultural education and leadership development.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 8, 2025
Cherry and raspberry harvest continues while blueberries start.
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.
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
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.