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Newly uncovered records reveal how MSU Extension and 4-H mobilized Michigan women and children on the WWII homefront

Published on March 20, 2026
Records from MSU Libraries and Archives show how MSU (then Michigan State College) and MSU Extension organized communities and sustained the wartime food supply.
Safeguard against spreading the invasive box tree moth

Published on March 20, 2026
Have you noticed heavy box tree moth damage on your boxwoods this season? Here's what you need to know about safely disposing of infested plants.
Beyond boxwood: Alternative landscape shrubs for Michigan gardeners

Published on March 20, 2026
Pests like the box tree moth are making homeowners wonder what they can plant that will give a similar look and feel to boxwood in their gardens.
Using conservation easements within farm succession planning

Published on March 20, 2026
Join our webinar to learn from land conservancy experts about using conservation easements.
Catch the buzz: Join MSU Extension for a new conference on wild pollinators

Published on March 20, 2026
MSU Extension will host a one-day event about wild bees with lectures and interactive sessions.
Tuesday night Fruit IPM meetings begin in March

Published on March 20, 2026
Join our southern Lower Peninsula fruit educators on Tuesday nights for weekly IPM updates.
The MSU Extension dairy team offers many resources in Spanish

Published on March 20, 2026
Since a significant percentage of dairy employees in Michigan speak Spanish as their primary language, MSU Extension offers resources and training in Spanish to assist those who work in the dairy industry.
MSU Extension to host Healthy Animals, Strong Farms biosecurity webinar for small farms and agricultural service providers

Published on March 17, 2026
If you raise livestock or are work with farmers, you are invited to participate in an upcoming educational webinar focused on strengthening farm biosecurity and protecting animal health across Michigan.
Growing agricultural opportunity in Clare and Gladwin Counties

Published on March 16, 2026
In the heart of the Mitten, one educator’s partnership with MSU Extension is helping students discover their place in agriculture.
Does your insurance cover damage to irrigation systems?

Published on March 16, 2026
Understanding coverage options, filing a claim, and whether your policy covers your farm needs.