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Michigan Sen. John Cherry points to MSU research innovation as key to agriculture industry success

Published on March 4, 2026
The Michigan senator said public investment is essential to ensure continued agricultural innovation, positioning the state as a nationwide leader.
MSU Extension announces virtual hop kickoff meeting on April 9, 2026

Published on March 3, 2026
Join MSU Extension on Zoom to prep for the 2026 hop growing season.
SARE professional development and graduate student grants now open

Published on March 3, 2026
Professional development grants up to $120,000 for train-the-trainer projects and $20,000 graduate student grants both fund sustainable and regenerative agriculture in Michigan and the North Central U.S.
MSU Extension Tools for Effective Facilitation 2026 programs

Published on March 2, 2026
Two three-day facilitation workshops and one advanced four-day conflict-focused program available in 2026.
Communicating Through Conflict: Build skills for tough conversations

Published on March 2, 2026
Learn tools for navigating difficult conversations at work, in your community, and at home through these workshop opportunities in 2026.
Game-based disaster training helps Michigan communities strengthen animal emergency response

Published on February 27, 2026
MSU Extension to bring game-based disaster training opportunities to Caro and Grayling.
MSU Extension partners with Marine City and Marine City Chamber of Commerce a second time to capture visitor impressions

Published on February 19, 2026
Learn more about this one-year pilot program that seeks to understand strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities via QR codes around the Marine City community.
Land Division Act amendment allowing the creation of more parcels means all local governments should review development ordinances

Published on February 18, 2026
With the authority for local governments to allow and approve more divisions of land comes the responsibility to follow the master plan and make environmentally and financially sound infrastructure decisions.
Discover an exciting new class on starting a school or community garden

Published on February 18, 2026
Learn the essential steps to success in school or community gardens with this free online course.
MSU’s Spartan Stampede honored as eight-time winner of Indoor Rodeo of the Year

Published on February 11, 2026
The Michigan State University Rodeo Club’s Spartan Stampede was awarded Indoor Rodeo of the Year for the eighth time by the International Professional Rodeo Association.
Emerging Farmer Learning Series: Diving into Business Operations, Legal, Financing and More

Published on February 11, 2026
All are welcome to join this free, 7-week webinar series exploring key business skills for Michigan growers with speakers from across the state. This series is facilitated by the Michigan Good Food Fund and CRFS.
Lake and stream volunteer monitoring: How to get involved

Published on February 10, 2026
Grant applications are due March 6, 2026, for organizations wishing to host stream monitoring or cleanup efforts. Enrollment for lake monitoring is open now through August.
With the help from first-time visitors, five Michigan communities engaged to better understand their assets and opportunities in 2025

Published on February 6, 2026
Demand for MSU Extension’s First Impressions Tourism assessment program demonstrates a growing desire and need for Michigan communities to better themselves by capturing first-time visitor perspectives.
Farming in the solar future

Published on February 3, 2026
A four‑part webinar series on integrating food production and clean energy development.
García Polanco receives 2026 CANR Culture, Access and Belonging Award

Published on February 2, 2026
Vanessa García Polanco will receive the 2026 CANR Culture, Access and Belonging Award during the ANR Awards on Friday, February 27.