Teaching refugees and immigrants skills to work in the food industry. Inspiring children and adults with developmental disabilities to try — and love — new fruits and vegetables. Connecting farmers in crisis to lifesaving resources like teletherapy services.

Every day, in communities across Michigan and beyond, MSU Extension’s health and nutrition staff makes the extraordinary possible, changing lives for the better. Learn more about our projects, programs, staff, and the work we do.

Articles

Healthy food for all

Published on December 16, 2022
How one rural school community is taking action to support food and nutrition security.
Serving kids and supporting local foods through 10 Cents a Meal

Published on September 19, 2022
Mason County Eastern Schools and MSU Extension partner to support local success of 10 Cents a Meal.
Michigan Vaccine Project provides vaccine education to rural communities

Published on August 26, 2022
Michigan State University Extension is committed to helping Michiganders make informed vaccine decisions for themselves and their families.
Pantry to preschool strengthens nutrition security for northern Michigan families

Published on June 16, 2022
Through innovative thinking, MSU Extension and Father Fred Food Pantry are bringing food security to Michigan families.
"We know where they are coming from"

Published on February 23, 2022
MSU Extension's educators and instructors reach refugees and immigrants in a meaningful way.
Reflections on success: MSU Extension looks back on first year of farm stress project

Published on November 3, 2021
MSU Extension professionals look to build on the profound impact of their Legacy of the Land work.
MSU Extension honors partners, teams and staff members for extraordinary service at 2021 Fall Extension Conference

Published on October 1, 2021
Michigan State University (MSU) Extension honored outstanding partners, teams and staff members for their extraordinary service during the annual Fall Extension Conference Sept. 27-30.
State Opioid Response Team and Michigan Water School Team receive MSU Extension Institute Team Awards at Fall Extension Conference

Published on September 30, 2021
State Opioid Response Team and Michigan Water School Team receive MSU Extension Institute Team Awards at Fall Extension Conference during the annual Fall Extension Conference held virtually on Sept. 28.
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services receives 2021 MSU Extension Key Partner Award

Published on September 30, 2021
MSU Extension honored the Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services for their partnership and support of the mental health during a pandemic during the annual Fall Extension Conference held virtually on Sept. 28.
MSU Extension staff members receive Meritorious Service Awards

Published on September 30, 2021
Nine outstanding Michigan State University Extension staff members were honored with Meritorious Service Awards at the annual Fall Extension Conference Sept. 28.

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Videos

Michigan farmers talk about MSU's farm stress teletherapy program

Published on November 12, 2021

Meet Jim and Kelly. After a devastating tuberculosis outbreak among his herd of cattle, Jim needed support to deal with his grief and stress. He was connected with the MSU Extension farm stress team, who helped him engage with our grant-supported teletherapy program. Jim and Kelly reflected on this experience and how teletherapy helped them through tough times.
RELAX: Alternatives to Anger Success Story

Published on June 14, 2021

Michigan attorney Heather Main talks about how MSU Extension's RELAX: Alternatives to Anger program helps her deal with stress. For more information, visit canr.msu.edu/relax.
Lions Partner to Fight Diabetes

Published on March 31, 2021

MSU Extension is proud to partner with the Lions Club to help fight diabetes in our communities through advocacy, education, resources and specialty clubs.
Lions Defense Against Diabetes

Published on March 31, 2021

MSU Extension is proud to partner with the Lions Club to help fight diabetes in our communities through advocacy, education, resources and specialty clubs.