News

MSU Organic Farmer Training Program now in Detroit and East Lansing

Published on September 16, 2022
New partnership with Keep Growing Detroit leads to a hands-on learning site.
Grants available for sustainable agriculture research and education

Published on September 6, 2022
SARE annual grant request issued.
Where can you ask gardening questions?

Published on June 23, 2022
From food safety to insect identification, Ask Extension is an online tool that allows Michigan State University experts answer the public’s questions.
Spongy moth, formerly gypsy moth, season starts soon

Published on May 11, 2022
Visit a newly revised MSU Extension website to learn about spongy moth, formerly gypsy moth, and what you can do to protect your trees this summer if you live in an area experiencing an outbreak.
Honoring Extension Master Gardeners for providing science-based gardening education to communities

Published on February 25, 2022
Upper Peninsula contributions from Extension Master Gardeners amounted to more than $41,000 to communities in just one year.
Sign up now for the 2022 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program

Published on January 31, 2022
Hands-on, goal-oriented learning beginning March 7, 2022.
Second careers in sustainable agriculture

Published on January 18, 2022
MSU Organic Farmer Training Program and other MSU programs welcome retirees and career-shifters starting farms.
Climate change requires smart gardening

Published on December 8, 2021
Help your garden adapt to climate change.
Using rain gardens to improve water quality: Part 1

Published on December 7, 2021
Rain gardens are a great way to improve the water quality in your community and building one can be a great activity for kids!
Rain gardens part 2 – rain garden plants

Published on December 2, 2021
Rain gardens resemble regular perennial gardens and borders but have a more important function in the landscape. Learn more about which plants to include in your family’s rain garden.