MSU Extension Master Gardener Program

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  Congratulations to the 2022 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program graduates!

  Published on November 21, 2022
  Eleven beginning and aspiring farmers write business plans, visit 26 farms, and learn hands-on farming skills.

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  Extension Master Gardener Photos of the Month for October showcase the importance of pollinators

  Published on October 10, 2022
  Diane Phelps’ and Katie Stone’s photos highlight one of MSU Extension Master Gardener’s missions: Teaching others about pollinators.

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  MSU Extension holds Diagnostic Academy to train Extension Master Gardeners who can serve as diagnostic responders

  Published on September 28, 2022
  MSU Extension diagnostic responders annually assist over 10,000 Michigan citizens with their lawn and garden questions.

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  Grants available for sustainable agriculture research and education 

  Published on September 6, 2022
  SARE annual grant request issued.

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  Extension Master Gardener Photo of the Month for August showcases protecting water quality

  Published on August 5, 2022
  Patty Cotter’s photo highlights one of MSU Extension Master Gardener’s missions: Teaching others how to garden to protect water quality.

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  Gardeners will benefit from Smart Gardening resources and presentations at Escanaba Kiwanis Home and Garden Show

  Published on March 28, 2022
  Look for free gardening tip sheets, presentations, activities and Extension Master Gardener program information at the Escanaba Kiwanis Home and Garden Show, April 8-10, 2022.

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  Honoring Extension Master Gardeners for providing science-based gardening education to communities

  Published on February 25, 2022
  Upper Peninsula contributions from Extension Master Gardeners amounted to more than $41,000 to communities in just one year.

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  Outstanding 4-H volunteers recognized with MFB 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Awards

  Published on February 23, 2022
  Two outstanding Michigan 4-H volunteers were honored with 2021-22 Michigan Farm Bureau (MFB) 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Awards Feb. 19 at MFB’s Growing Together Conference in Grand Rapids.

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  Veterans show their seeds in action

  Published on August 31, 2021
  Gardening provides many benefits to veterans by providing healthy food, a sense of self-reliance and the therapy of connecting with the land.

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  Breaking ground July 30 for Veterans Therapy Garden Project in Kalamazoo

  Published on June 17, 2021
  Three-year project to create garden respite and educational opportunities for area veterans.