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Grapes and the science behind them
Published on September 8, 2016
Grapes can be eaten fresh or used for making wine, juice, jam, jelly, raisins, vinegar and grape seed oil. -
Be a kid in the garden
Published on February 7, 2017
Gardens and the plants in them are very cool. Sometimes you just have to look closely and discover your garden from a kid’s view. -
All-season trees: Sargent Cherry
Published on October 11, 2017
All-season trees like Sargent Cherry provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons. -
Fall harvest conditions left a mixed bag of challenges in southwest Michigan fields
Published on March 18, 2021
Late harvest during wet conditions left ruts in some fields in 2020. Waiting for dry conditions to fix them may be beneficial, but don’t overlook the value of wheat and deep rooted cover crops to help remediate compaction. -
Bunny honey: Using rabbit manure as a fertilizer
Published on September 1, 2016
Looking for an organic, small round, pelleted form of fertilizer? Consider using fresh rabbit manure. -
How did evergreen trees become a symbol for Christmas?
Published on December 6, 2016
A brief history on using evergreens as Christmas trees and what they symbolized. -
Rhubarb: A healthy, great spring treat
Published on May 31, 2017
Rhubarb is a much awaited spring treat. Here are some fun facts on growing, eating and cooking with rhubarb. -
Tomatoes and the science behind them
Published on July 20, 2016
Summer is here and fresh fruits and vegetables are everywhere, including tomatoes. This is a great time to do some dinner table plant science. -
Jerusalem artichokes: Tasty and versatile
Published on October 31, 2016
Despite its’ name, Jerusalem artichokes have no connection to Jerusalem and are not an artichoke, but they are very versatile and good to eat. -
The merits of All-American Selections
Published on December 22, 2014
The All-American Selections is the “standard” for getting a new flower or vegetable seeds to market. Learn more about these important seed trials. -
Soil temperatures and planting timing – Part 3 of 3: Testing Enviroweather data
Published on April 19, 2019
The Enviroweather network of weather stations provides current and historical weather and soil data for nearly 100 sites within Michigan and northern Wisconsin—but how well do they represent conditions on your farm? -
Exploring farm-to-table connections with young children
Published on July 14, 2016
Tips and activities for fun and learning in the kitchen this summer. -
Vegetable gardening techniques to help improve or start your urban or community garden
Published on February 23, 2016
Register for at least one Smart Vegetable Gardening Series session March 3-4, 2016, in Grand Rapids and receive a free pass to the West Michigan Home and Garden Show. -
Planning and growing a garden teaches youth valuable life skills
Published on December 30, 2015
Youth gain an understanding of where food comes from and its value by gardening and learning the gardening planning process. -
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.