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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Smart Gardening with Vegetables 101: Summer maintenance
Published on July 29, 2020
Check frequently for insects and diseases to control them early and protect plants.
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Field Crops Virtual Breakfast to feature discussion on disease management with irrigation
Published on July 27, 2020
MSU’s Marty Chilvers and Lyndon Kelley will present on managing crop diseases under irrigation, with focus on corn tar spot, during the Aug. 6, 2020, Field Crops Virtual Breakfast.
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Learn about planting cover crops after wheat on the July 30 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast
Published on July 23, 2020
Join the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 30, 2020, as Dean Baas discusses planting cover crops after wheat.
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Paddlers! Become an ally in the fight against aquatic invasive species
Published on July 16, 2020
Learn how to identify and report invasive species through a new online, self-paced course.
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Corn tar spot and soybean white mold topic of July 23 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast
Published on July 15, 2020
Join the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 23, 2020, as Martin Chilvers discusses tar spot in corn and white mold in soybean.
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Lakes Michigan-Huron water levels expected to reach summer peak in July 2020
Published on July 7, 2020
Webinar will discuss options for shore protection/stabilization with expected erosion.
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Drainage design considerations to be discussed on July 9 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast
Published on July 1, 2020
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 9, 2020, as Ehsan Ghane talks about important decisions to make when designing a new drainage system
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Fall 2020 Extension Master Gardener online class offered for Upper Peninsula residents
Published on June 25, 2020
Avoid the travel and potential snow, register by Aug. 27 for the upcoming Upper Peninsula online Extension Master Gardener class.
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Farm stress topic of July 2 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast
Published on June 24, 2020
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 2 as Eric Karbowski discusses farm stress.
Virtual Events
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Aug 3
Live Family Meditation 8/3/20
August 3, 2020 11:00AM – 11:15AM Facebook Live via the MI Stronger Family Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/mistrongerfamily/
Mindfulness is a great way to manage stress and deal with strong emotions. Join Kylie for 10 minutes of live meditation for the whole family. Kylie will guide you through a mindfulness exercise to practice quieting your mind and focusing on right now.
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Aug 3
Live Hop Production Monthly Webinar Series August 3
August 3, 2020 12:00PM – 1:00PM 12 - 1 p.m.
Join us the first Monday of each month to learn about best agronomic practices, pest management, fertility, timing of hop management activities, and more.
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Aug 3
Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series - August Webinar
August 3, 2020 – August 31, 2020 8 - 9:30 pm EST Online via Zoom
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 3
Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series - August 3rd
August 3, 2020 8:00PM – 9:30PM Zoom Webinar
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
Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Fully Online: Tuesdays, August 4 - 8, 2020
August 4, 2020 – September 8, 2020 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. EST Zoom Webinar
Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative.
Ongoing Virtual Opportunities
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May 1
Smart Gardening with Vegetables 101
May 1, 2020 – August 31, 2020
Would you like to learn how to grow vegetables? Join us for a six module online introductory course on Smart Gardening with Vegetables.
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May 20
Summer Fun Series
May 20, 2020 – August 19, 2020 EDT Online via Zoom
MSU Extension Presents a Series of Safe Food Handling Tips for Summer Events with a Kid-Friendly Recipe Demonstration.
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Jun 4
4-H at 4 on Thursdays
June 4, 2020 – August 27, 2020 4 - 4:45 pm EST Online via Zoom
These weekly 45 minute sessions are designed to provide an overview of a variety of 4-H programs and activities for 8 to 12 year old youth.
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Jun 15
ONLINE Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention- Mondays and Wednesdays starts June 15 through August 12
June 15, 2020 – August 12, 2020 Zoom Webinar
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is a gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention. This series will focus on the seated version.
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Jun 16
ONLINE Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention starts June 16-August 20
June 16, 2020 – August 20, 2020 11:30 am - 12:30 pm EST Online via Zoom
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is a gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention.