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NCI expands use of charrettes in applied research to fight crime

Published on March 19, 2019
On Feb. 21-23, 2019, the National Charrette Institute partnered with the City of Lansing, the MSU School of Planning, Design and Construction and MSU Extension on a mini-charrette to fight crime.
Talk financial terms with your teens – Part 2

Published on March 14, 2019
Let’s have some “funds” getting know the financial terms mutual and target funds, and traditional and Roth IRAs.
490 Bakery aims to employ previously incarcerated individuals

Published on March 11, 2019
A new bakery is launched in Muskegon Area with the purpose of providing transitional employment for men and women returning from prison or jail and helping them to get back on their feet and back to a full-time job eventually.
Second annual Chinook Cup awarded

Published on March 11, 2019
Michigan growers vie for coveted prize
What is an income-share agreement?

Published on March 7, 2019
Income-share agreements are a new method that could help pay for college.
International Hop Growers Convention announces 57th Congress

Published on March 6, 2019
Mark your calenders for the 57th annual International Hop Growers Convention July 29-Aug. 5, 2019.
Berrien County Program Highlights 2018

Published on March 5, 2019
MSU Extension made a difference in the lives of Berrien County residents through educational programs and resources. Find out more.
Meal kits and delivery systems

Published on February 28, 2019
The kits are designed to suit individual tastes and dietary preferences including vegan, paleo, vegetarian, all burgers, and butcher block meat protein selections.
Sample by-laws for 4-H advisory groups – Part 3

Published on February 28, 2019
Incorporate dates into by-laws.
Sample by-laws for 4-H advisory groups – Part 2

Published on February 28, 2019
Stay on task and create a purpose for your committee.
Sample by-laws for 4-H advisory groups – Part 1

Published on February 27, 2019
Part one of three articles on preparing strong by-laws.
Tractor safety course offered in northwest Michigan

Published on February 26, 2019
This 4-H taught multi-week course is intended for 14 and 15 year-olds interested in farming.
Eat, drink and protect a forest

Published on February 25, 2019
Production of natural cork maintains an important forest system. Wine bottlers that use cork help protect this threatened forest. So, popping that cork can contribute to forest conservation.
Critical conversations at the April 5, 2019 Michigan Racial Equity in the Food System Summit

Published on February 22, 2019
Keynote speaker chef Tunde Wey to conduct a series of regional culinary events in support of summit.
Accumulate wealth, not debt!

Published on February 22, 2019
Get started on your savings plan today by participating in a national initiative during America Saves Week.