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Plant-eating nematodes and the key to fighting them

Published on November 3, 2021
Plant roots interact with many bacteria, fungi and microscopic organisms within the soil that can impact how well the plants grow. Some of these microscopic organisms are nematodes, and they are an especially important part of the life in the soil.
MSU Extension co-hosts Michigan Beekeepers’ Association Virtual 2021 Fall Conference 10/22-10/23

Published on September 29, 2021
The Michigan Beekeepers’ Association Fall Virtual Conference promises content sure to interest beekeepers, people considering beekeeping, honey bee enthusiasts, and hive product developers.
MSU Extension co-hosts Michigan Beekeepers’ Association Virtual 2021 Spring Conference

Published on February 2, 2021
The Michigan Beekeepers’ Association Spring Virtual Conference promises four days of content sure to interest beekeepers, people considering beekeeping, honey bee enthusiasts and hive product developers.
Take a virtual tour of the MSU Bug House

Published on November 23, 2020
You can still learn about and experience insects and other arthropods at the MSU Bug House with our two-part video tour.
Join Queen Quest to search for overwintering bumble bees

Published on October 13, 2020
How you can help researchers understand where bumble bees spend the cold months.
4-H beekeeping essay contest for Michigan 4-H members

Published on January 23, 2020
4-H youth have the opportunity to develop entrepreneurial skills and earn cash prize through 4-H beekeeping essay contest.
Raise your hand for Michigan 4-H!

Published on March 28, 2019
Join me in voting for Michigan 4-H to support the next generation of 4-H’ers.
Exploring pollinators with youth

Published on March 22, 2018
Using this activity to explore what pollinators do and why they are important is one way to engage youth in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
Youth and adult citizen scientists help answer questions to real scientific research

Published on December 29, 2017
Youth and adult volunteers become amateur scientists through citizen science projects.
New Michigan 4-H Science Expo offers future scientists a chance to showcase their skills

Published on June 29, 2017
A new Michigan 4-H event will provide youth ages 9 to 19 with an opportunity to demonstrate and grow their passion for science through a variety of science-related contests and challenges.