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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Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on Aug. 5 for an insect update
Published on July 29, 2021
MSU entomologist Christina DiFonzo will discuss insect related issues on the Aug. 5 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast. -
Be intentional about self-care
Published on July 21, 2021
Take time to care for yourself. MSU Extension offers website resource for self-care. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 22 to focus on tar spot in corn and white mold in soybeans
Published on July 15, 2021
Will the recent wet weather impact the chances of your corn and soybeans getting tar spot or white mold? Marty Chilvers will present his predictions based on the expected weather conditions. -
Interior design senior student capstone showcase in immersive virtual reality platform
Published on July 15, 2021
SPDC’s Linda Nubani designed and hosted the first-ever virtual reality platform for her interior design senior student capstone presentations, a pandemic-inspired innovation that reached an international audience. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 15 to focus on new drain spacing tool to maximize profit
Published on July 7, 2021
Participants will learn how to use the drain spacing tool to estimate the optimum tile drain spacing for their farm. -
A virtual visit to Italy
Published on July 7, 2021
Learn to make Italian pizza dough, a craft, dance and much more during this virtual Italian day event. -
Managing farm stress will be the topic of the July 8 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast
Published on July 1, 2021
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 8, 2021, will feature Eric Karbowski on identifying the signs of stress, tools for managing stress, and available resources. -
Using a cover crop mix following wheat
Published on June 21, 2021
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 1, 2021, will feature Dean Baas discussing whether using a cover crop mixture following wheat is a good fit for your farm. -
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on June 24 to focus on Cercospora leaf spot outlook for sugarbeets
Published on June 17, 2021
Cercospora leaf spot is a fungal disease that is favored by warmer temperatures (75-95 degrees Fahrenheit) and high humidity. -
New online nutrition class in American Sign Language
Published on June 15, 2021
Eat Healthy Be Active in American Sign Language is a video-based nutrition class with live support as needed for SNAP-Ed participants. -
Quentin Tyler named director of MSU Extension
Published on June 9, 2021
With a deep background in both Extension and leadership, Quentin Tyler, Ph.D., was named director on June 1, 2021.
Virtual Events
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Jul 14
Michigan Cottage Food Law 2021
July 14, 2021 – December 7, 2021 Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Jul 19
RELAX Alternatives to Anger July 19-Aug 9 from 1-2:30 PM
July 19, 2021 – August 9, 2021 Zoom
The way we handle our anger affects us and those around us. This class provides some valuable skills to help people communicate through conflict.
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Jul 20
RELAX Alternatives to Anger7.20
July 20, 2021 – August 10, 2021 This is a four week series.
Alternatives to Anger is a four-part educational series designed to help adults, parents and caregivers increase their knowledge about anger issues and put anger management and healthy relationship skills into practice.
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Jul 21
Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (Online)
July 21, 2021 – August 25, 2021 Online via Zoom
Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) is a program for older adults looking to stay healthy. WISE provides valuable education on health and wellness, managing medications, and stress management.
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Aug 3
Chronic Pain PATH Toolkit Telephone Course Starting August 3, 9 am Eastern Time
August 3, 2021 – September 7, 2021
The Chronic Pain PATH Toolkit is a free 6-week course consisting of telephone calls with a leader and 2-3 other people living with chronic pain.
Ongoing Virtual Opportunities
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Jul 14
Summer 2021 Citizen Planner
July 14, 2021 – August 18, 2021 Zoom Webinar
This 6-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.
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Aug 14
Extension Master Gardener Program Training Course - Oakland County
August 14, 2021 – November 20, 2021 Zoom Webinar
The MSU Extension Master Gardener Program is a volunteer leader training program for people who are enthusiastic to learn science based environmentally friendly gardening practices and share this knowledge with others to improve Michigan communities.
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Aug 14
MSU Tollgate Farm HomeGrown Gardening Series 2021: Session 7: Companion Planting
August 14, 2021 10:00AM – 11:00AM Online
Join us for this virtual interactive series on home vegetable gardening. Are you interested in starting a vegetable garden for the first time or are you an experienced veggie gardener looking to explore new ideas?
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Aug 14
MSU Tollgate Farm HomeGrown Gardening Series 2021 - Aug 14
August 14, 2021 10:00AM – 11:00AM Zoom
A virtual series designed for families and individuals to explore the joys of home vegetable gardening.
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Aug 17
The Parent Talk System Webinar Series - August-September Webinar
August 17, 2021 – September 21, 2021 Online
Parent Talk is a FREE online course for parents of toddlers to teens to improve communication and provide strategies for raising confident, caring, responsible children.