4-H Plants, Soils & Gardening

News

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  ReGrow Milkweed for Monarchs: Last call to participate!

  Published on July 14, 2020
  You have until July 20 to join this crowd sourced MSU monarch butterfly conservation study.

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  Biochar: An emerging soil amendment

  Published on June 17, 2020
  Proper use of biochar can improve soil fertility and health.

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  4-H gardening around Michigan

  Published on May 19, 2020
  Michigan’s gardening season is upon us and 4-H kids around the state have been busy getting ready for gardening too.

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  Getting youth involved in growing vegetables from seed

  Published on May 11, 2020
  Ideas for learning about how germination is affected by growing conditions.

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  Reduce, reuse and recycle for seed germination

  Published on April 13, 2020
  To start seeds at home, you can reuse many items you already have on hand.

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  Creating your own science process model example

  Published on March 19, 2020
  Share your examples of doing everyday science.

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  Meet Brady Gibson: Kalamazoo County 4-H

  Published on March 9, 2020
  Kalamazoo County 4-H'er Brady Gibson gives a personal testimonial of the impact of Michigan 4-H.

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  Starting a raised bed garden

  Published on January 7, 2020
  An alternative to growing plants directly in the ground with boutique soil and better drainage.

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  How do I start an educational greenhouse at school?

  Published on January 2, 2020
  The United States Botanic Garden released a new manual for educators on how to start a greenhouse and grow horticultural crops.

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  Black beans and rice history and fun facts

  Published on January 2, 2020
  Beans are a staple in many Latin American cultures and around the world. Rice and beans and beans and rice are two very different dishes.