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Health benefits of delicious winter squash

Published on November 8, 2022
Whether baked, boiled or steamed — consider using winter squash as a healthy addition to fall and winter cuisine.
Tips for making your holiday meals healthier

Published on November 7, 2022
Keep holiday meals healthy by cutting unnecessary sugars, fats, and calories.
Tips to successfully maintain a healthy lifestyle

Published on November 4, 2022
Overcoming barriers one step at a time.
MSU Extension seeking childcare providers to participate in innovative CSA, nutrition program

Published on November 3, 2022
By connecting caregivers to community farmers, Growing Healthy Eaters will increase access to local produce, educate providers about nutrition and teach children about gardening and agriculture.
Carved pumpkins are for decorating – not for consumption

Published on October 27, 2022
Once a pumpkin is carved, it becomes a potentially hazardous food.
Plant science at the dinner table: blueberries

Published on October 26, 2022
Americans enjoy blueberries year-round, fresh or frozen, in muffins, pancakes or smoothies. In fact, the U.S. per capita consumption has more than tripled since the mid-2000s.
Keep Halloween safe, not scary

Published on October 24, 2022
Trick-or-treating? Hosting or going to a Halloween party? Read these quick safety tips beforehand.
MSU Extension staff expand their international experience through Purdue Extension’s Ireland Garden Study Tour

Published on October 18, 2022
Rebecca Krans and Sarah Rautio, MSU Extension consumer horticulture educators, explore farm to plate at Ireland’s Ballymaloe Cookery School and Organic Farm.
How to preserve chile peppers

Published on October 10, 2022
Chile peppers can add flavor and heat to almost any dish! Learn about the various ways to preserve your chiles to last all year round.
Communicating effectively with older adults who have dementia

Published on October 10, 2022
How caregivers can effectively support older adults with dementia through good communication strategies.