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Learn about Michigan food systems with MI Food Stories online course

Published on December 5, 2024
MI Food Stories course provides opportunity for Michigan food consumers to learn more about food systems.
Michigan State University Extension to host Planning for Profit Workshop for farmers

Published on December 3, 2024
Michigan State University Extension will host a two-day workshop focused on budgeting and marketing in order to maximize producer profit.
MSU Extension receives national award for transformational housing policy work

Published on November 22, 2024
The Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities recognized MSU Extension with its 2024 National Extension Diversity Award for their visionary leadership and diversity in educational programming.
MSU Extension unveils strategic direction plan

Published on November 22, 2024
This framework — which is now available to the public — illustrates the organization’s vision for the future, outlining strengths to build on and opportunities to embrace.
MSU Extension leaders reimagine the future of Extension and its impact on the nation’s health in new book

Published on November 15, 2024
Written and edited by passionate, visionary scholars, this newly published book envisions a bold future for Extension’s role in community-based healthcare.
The what, why and how of organic: Resources and recordings available

Published on October 29, 2024
Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification.
Amending a zoning ordinance requires adopting an ordinance

Published on October 22, 2024
Communities with zoning must regularly update their ordinance to reduce legal risk. The process for doing so is not difficult, but it is detailed and requires adopting an amending ordinance.
Public engagement: How to prepare and select a fitting approach

Published on October 22, 2024
Public engagement helps organizations and local governments draw from and foster community relationships. This article aims to give groups guidance on selecting a fitting engagement strategy and organizing to make the event a success.
Create a winning vendor space at holiday festivals and markets

Published on October 22, 2024
Read on for lessons from Demo Day 2024.
Set group goals for growth with MSU Extension: A pathway to team success

Published on October 22, 2024
Get your group on track with a project plan that works!