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MSU Extension and Michigan 4-H to appear on the ballot March 10

Published on February 3, 2020
The Saginaw County Board of Commissioners voted to include a millage on the March 10 ballot that, if passed, will provide funding for the county’s partnership with Michigan State University Extension through 2030.
Cover crops and nitrogen cycling: What is my final goal?

Published on February 3, 2020
There are cover crops capable of scavenging nitrogen and others that can fix it. Depending on your objective, one group might work better than the other.
Discovering ways to build hardier, healthier plants

Published on February 3, 2020
The MSU Plant Resilience Institute is working to understand how plants cope with growing pressures from a changing climate.
MDARD director shares how partnerships power Michigan

Published on February 3, 2020
Gary McDowell, director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, believes collaborations with Michigan State University are key for the future of agriculture in the state.
Ashley presents to the Michigan State Board of Trustees

Published on February 3, 2020
Ashley was invited to present a snippet of her research program to the Board of Trustees at the December meeting, and we found out that a video of the presentation is on YouTube! Enjoy!
Pressure on the farm

Published on February 1, 2020
Commodity prices are low, the weather is harsh, and farmers are being pushed to the brink. MSU Extension is helping them cope with the unforgiving grip of stress and mental health issues.
Ben Harcey uses his love for the outdoors at Designs by Sundown

Published on February 1, 2020
Ben Harcey graduated in Spring of 2016 and now oversees over 1,200 clients annually at Designs by Sundown.
Growing Food, making impacts

Published on February 1, 2020
MSU Extension Master Gardener volunteers make a difference in their home communities by teaching others how to grow food and help increase local food security.
Project GREEEN advancing Michigan plant agriculture for 20 years

Published on February 1, 2020
For more than two decades, Project GREEEN has been working with the plant agriculture industry to address both short- and long-term issues.
MSU professor takes new role leading CANR international programs

Published on February 1, 2020
Karim Maredia, a leader in international development, now heading CANR international efforts with a focus eye on faculty development.