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Extension Agriculture & Agribusiness in Michigan

Published on October 7, 2024
Michigan State University Extension educators work with farms of all sizes to positively impact individual farming operations. When individual operations do well, their success helps to fuel state and local economies.
Common Flower Visitors in Michigan

Published on September 17, 2024
This document describes features and behaviors unique to 5 groups of bees and 5 butterfly species. These signs can be downloaded and used in your garden to highlight common pollinators.
Spotted Lanternfly – A Guide for Homeowners and Residents in Michigan

Published on September 17, 2024
A guide for Michigan homeowners and residents on spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that has become established in several U.S. states including Michigan.
Bee Environment Elevation System (BEES) Building Instructions

Published on September 10, 2024
The Bee Environment Elevation System, “BEES”, is a relatively inexpensive mechanical hive lifter that can be built at home.
Michigan On-Farm Produce Safety Newsletter

Published on July 31, 2024
News articles, fact sheets, videos and podcasts produced by Produce Safety Technicians and MSU Extension Educators to support growers and stakeholders succeed in their on-farm produce safety efforts.
Smart Gardening Brings Positive Change to Michigan Gardens

Published on June 11, 2024
MSU Extension’s Smart Gardening initiative equips gardeners with earth-friendly, sustainable techniques, proper planting options and more.
Smart Gardening: Using Native Plants Is a Smart Choice for Michigan Landscapes

Published on April 30, 2024
Tip sheet on using native plants for Michigan landscapes.
Smart Gardening: Growing Backyard Fruit Trees

Published on April 30, 2024
Smart Gardening tip sheet on growing backyard tree fruit
Field Horsetail: A Plant As Old As Time

Published on February 2, 2024
Explore what it is about field horsetail that makes it so persistent and what the options are if it is undesirable.
Smart Gardening: Pruning and Training Backyard Apple and Pear Trees

Published on January 16, 2024
Smart Gardening tip sheet on pruning and training backyard apple and pear trees