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MSU Extension’s Adulting 101 helps individuals manage and conquer real life skills

Published on May 18, 2023
Monthly Adulting 101 classes impact financial and work habits among young adults.
Fostering success with youth in foster care

Published on May 18, 2023
MSU Extension partners with Michigan Youth Opportunities Initiative to provide life skills education for youth in foster care.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 18, 2023

Published on May 18, 2023
Near-perfect spring weather has allowed for a continued surge in planting progress…now we just need enough soil moisture to get the crops up and established.
Lumm makes special gift supporting Oakland County 4-H

Published on May 18, 2023
With a deep fondness for the 4-H program in his community, Daniel Lumm, of Waterford, made a special gift to support Oakland County 4-H in 2022.
West central Michigan small fruit update – May 17, 2023

Published on May 17, 2023
The 2023 blueberry season is already in progress. In Van Buren, Allegan and Ottawa counties, varieties like Wayman, Bluetta, Bluecrop and Elliott are going from full bloom to 75%, 75%, 50% and 25% bloom, respectively.
Checking bulls to see if they are ready for the season

Published on May 17, 2023
Breeding soundness exams can identify bulls that will not make for a successful calf crop next spring. Michigan State University Extension works with farmers and veterinarians to get bulls checked.
A guide to aphids that feed on garlic mustard in Michigan

Published on May 17, 2023
Can these tiny insects help in the fight against invasive plants?
Northern states collaborate with Finland: Michigan State University to co-lead workshop on climate solutions through biobased products

Published on May 16, 2023
MSU Department of Forestry partners with Natural Resources Institute Finland to facilitate workshop on climate-smart forestry products.
Five ways to save on housing costs

Published on May 16, 2023
By following these five steps, you can lower your housing costs and have more money to spend on other parts of your life.
5 guidelines when deciding how long to work before retiring

Published on May 16, 2023
Consider the pros and cons of working and not working when about to retire—also have a fallback strategy ready if you realize you need to go back to work.