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Featured Five 2025: Favorites from Walters Gardens

Published on August 29, 2025
Are you seeking proven performers for the season ahead? Check out Part 7 of our series highlighting top picks from the 2025 Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites.
Featured Five 2025: Favorites from Raker-Roberta’s Trial Gardens

Published on August 29, 2025
Are you seeking proven performers for the season ahead? Check out Part 6 of our series highlighting top picks from the 2025 Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites.
Preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species in Michigan through retailer education

Published on August 29, 2025
Learn more about the Reduce Invasive Pet and Plant Escapes (RIPPLE) program, a partnership between MSU Extension and the Michigan Departments of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy; Natural Resources; and Agriculture and Rural Development.
Avoid cross-contamination when handling food

Published on August 28, 2025
Whether buying, storing, preparing, or consuming, be sure to follow the recommended guidelines for keeping contaminants out of your food.
Why are 4-H Cloverbuds unique?

Published on August 28, 2025
Young people ages 5 – 7 experience 4-H in a non-competitive environment that fosters skill development, safety and cooperation.
Register for the Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference Scheduled for October 21, 2025

Published on August 28, 2025
The Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference will be held October 21, 2025 on Michigan State University’s campus in East Lansing.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – August 28, 2025

Published on August 28, 2025
Early apple varieties are being harvested this week in the west central region. Cooler nighttime temperatures are enhancing red color development.
Celebrating youth excellence at the 2025 Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase

Published on August 28, 2025
Michigan youth receive feedback and scholarships through achievements in the virtual showcase.
September resources for Michigan beekeepers

Published on August 28, 2025
Beekeepers in Michigan can learn about seasonal honey bee colony management and care through webinars, videos and other online resources.
Thinking about desiccating soybeans?

Published on August 28, 2025
Certain soybean harvest challenges may be addressed with the practice of applying a desiccant prior to harvest, but is this practice beneficial for farmers in Michigan?