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What should I do if I find a swarm of bees?
Published on May 10, 2022
Contact a local beekeeper if you find a swarm of honey bees. -
Eating bugs: Part 3 - Catch and eat them yourself
Published on April 21, 2022
Do you know there is an easy food that you can catch and eat without any special equipment? It is bugs! -
Eating bugs: Part 2 – Eating bugs around the world
Published on April 18, 2022
Do you think it is strange that some cultures eat bugs? In this Michigan State University Extension article series, we discussing just that – eating bugs! -
Eating bugs: Part 1 - You already have!
Published on April 14, 2022
Eating bugs is often seen as gross by some living in the United States, but you probably have already eaten them. -
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. -
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).