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Julie Brixie receives MSU Extension Key Partner Award

Published on November 1, 2024
State Representative Julie Brixie received the MSU Extension Key Partner award on October 16 during the organization’s Fall Conference in Grand Rapids.
Cherry Republic founder receives MSU Extension Key partner Award

Published on November 1, 2024
Bob Sutherland, president and founder of Cherry Republic, was honored with the MSU Extension Key Partner award for his role in helping farmers access mental health services.
Ask the expert: How do microplastics impact the health of humans and the planet?

Published on November 1, 2024
Microplastics are everywhere
Michigan 4-H State Award Spotlight: Lillian Wasson

Published on November 1, 2024
Lillian Wasson has been recognized as an outstanding 4-H member in the Michigan 4-H State Awards Program.
Beef nutrition for beginning farmers

Published on November 1, 2024
Beef cattle can maintain body weight by digesting fibrous feeds and grow rapidly on high grain rations. Due to this versatility, beef cattle are fed a broad variety of rations to match animal performance goals with feed resources.
Melissa FitzGerald received MSU Extension Friend of Extension award

Published on November 1, 2024
Melissa FitzGerald received the MSU Extension Epsilon Sigma Phi Friend of Extension award for her dedication to a program designed to keep animals and humans safe on the roads.
MSU Extension 4-H HealthCorps AmeriCorps Program l for the 2024-25 program year

Published on October 31, 2024
The inaugural year of the 4-H HealthCorps program marks a significant milestone in MSU Extension’s commitment to supporting youth well-being across the state.
MSU researcher receives USDA grant to develop new biopesticide for invasive spotted wing drosophila

Published on October 31, 2024
The $325,000 grant is a partnership with Indiana University supported by the USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
Vaping use among Michigan youth

Published on October 31, 2024
Understanding the prevalence, risks and prevention efforts surrounding youth vaping in Michigan.
Things that go bump in the night

Published on October 31, 2024
Learn strategies to help your children cope with their fears.