In tough times, such as the uncertainty surrounding the current novel coronavirus pandemic, we recognize that accessing the vast knowledge and resources of MSU is more important than ever. The MSU Extension Remote Learning and Resources online space can bring you the resources you need, wherever you need them.
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COVID-19 Pandemic and Tourism
MSU Extension resources for the tourism industry in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
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Removing water quickly from fields due to heavy rains topic for Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on Aug. 11
Published on August 4, 2022
More frequent and heavier rains cause long periods of delay in fields without adequate drainage. MSU tile drainage specialist, Ehsan Ghane, will discuss options for managing increasing precipitation challenges. -
Online farm stress training is free and open to the public
Published on July 28, 2022
Online course to better equip farmers, their families, and the agricultural community with tools and resources to help in stressful times -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 28 features Chris DiFonzo talking bugs
Published on July 21, 2022
MSU Professor and Field Crops Entomologist Chris DiFonzo will discuss the questions she is frequently receiving and other timely entomology information. -
2022 Field Crops Webinar Series recordings available to the public
Published on June 23, 2022
The Field Crops Webinar Series is offered each winter to educate farmers and agribusiness professionals about timely crop production topics. Recordings from the 2022 season are now available for free to the general public. -
Beef Welfare Symposium fifth session to focus on practical management in sorting to euthanasia in beef cattle welfare
Published on June 16, 2022
The Sixth International Symposium on Beef Cattle Welfare fifth session to focus on practical management in sorting to euthanasia in beef cattle welfare on June 22 at 2 p.m. ET. -
Register for the Northwest Michigan Roundtable Discussion on Under-Vine Management Hybrid Meeting on June 10
Published on May 31, 2022
Under-vine mowing and perennial cover crops are used to reduce canopy vigor and pesticide use, as well as to regulate competition for nutrients and water. -
Beef Welfare Symposium fourth session to focus on technology in beef cattle welfare
Published on April 15, 2022
The Sixth International Symposium on Beef Cattle Welfare fourth webinar session to focus on technology on May 25 at 2 p.m. E.T. -
Beef Welfare Symposium third session to focus on emerging issues in beef cattle welfare
Published on April 13, 2022
The Sixth International Symposium on Beef Cattle Welfare third webinar session to focus on emerging issues on April 27 at 2 p.m. E.T. -
Monday night southwest Michigan fruit IPM meetings are back April 11
Published on March 29, 2022
These weekly updates, held virtually and in person, will keep growers current on pest and disease developments throughout the season and offer RUP credits. -
Join MSU and fellow growers for Chestnut Chat series
Published on March 28, 2022
You’re invited to join the Michigan chestnut community for an every-other-week, in-season discussion about chestnut production starting May 11, 2022. -
Learn about Saginaw Bay and Lake Huron fisheries
Published on March 25, 2022
Michigan Department of Natural Resources fisheries managers, Michigan Sea Grant and other regional fisheries partners will discuss rules and regulations and answer angler questions during virtual meetings.
Virtual Events
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Jul 20
Powerful Tools for Caregivers7.20
July 20, 2022 – August 24, 2022 zoom meeting
Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative.
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Jul 21
Mindful Morning Coffee Hour July
July 21, 2022 – August 11, 2022 zoom webinar
Mindfulness for Better Living includes a suite of one-time workshops to help people learn ways to use mindfulness to manage everyday stress.
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Aug 1
Building Strong Adolescents Webinar Series August 2022
August 1, 2022 – August 29, 2022 8:00pm-9:30pm EST online
Building Strong Adolescents is a FREE online course for parents of adolescents ages 9-16 to learn strategies for helping teens develop the assets they need to be successful.
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Aug 2
Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series: August
August 2, 2022 – August 30, 2022 11:30am-1:00pm EST online
Guiding Principles is a FREE online course for parents of toddlers to teens to learn strategies for helping children, parents and families be successful.
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Aug 4
Mindfulness X8.4
August 4, 2022 – September 22, 2022 zoom
Mindfulness X is a Science-Based Mindfulness Training. Discover how Mindfulness can make drastically positive shifts in your Physical and Mental Health.
Ongoing Virtual Opportunities
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Aug 4
The Parent Talk System Webinar Series - August-September Webinar
August 4, 2022 – September 8, 2022 8:00pm-9:30pm Online
The Parent Talk System is a FREE online course for parents of toddlers to teens to improve communication and provide strategies for raising confident, caring, responsible children.
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Aug 12
Tai Chi for Arthritis & Falls Prevention-- Fridays, August 12 - December 16, 9-10 am ET - ONLINE
August 12, 2022 – December 16, 2022 9:00 - 10:00 AM EST. Online via Zoom
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention helps people with or without arthritis to improve balance, both mentally and physically, which helps significantly reduce the rate of falls experienced by older adults.
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Aug 30
Safe Food = Healthy Kids - Online Training August 30
August 30, 2022 6:00PM – 9:00PM Virtual Zoom
Safe Food = Healthy Kids is an interactive food safety education class for childcare providers.
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Sep 21
Decentralized Wastewater Treatment – Continuing Education for Designers and Installers - September
September 21, 2022 – November 2, 2022 Online
Michigan State University Extension is offering training for both professionals who design, install and maintain septic systems and homeowners, business owners and municipal people who use these systems.
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Sep 26
The Parent Talk System Webinar Series - September-October Webinar
September 26, 2022 – October 31, 2022 11:30am-1:00pm Online
The Parent Talk System is a FREE online course for parents of toddlers to teens to improve communication and provide strategies for raising confident, caring, responsible children.