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Exploring your world: Coping with cold through hibernation

Published on October 27, 2022
Discover how Michigan animals cope with the months of cold winter temperatures.
Youth inspired by STEM shares her story

Published on October 26, 2022
The story shared by one youth of how programs like MSU Extension’s science literacy team inspired them to pursue a STEM career.
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.
Let’s grow grapes in containers

Published on October 20, 2022
Growing grapes may seem like an undertaking only for a trained viticulturist in a vineyard. But with a little planning, you can grow grapes in a container on a sunny patio or balcony.
Science with pumpkins and squash

Published on October 17, 2022
Halloween is a great time to investigate science as you carve your pumpkin.
Summer education in the dark: Night hikes

Published on September 16, 2022
Summer is a perfect time for some science, leadership and character-building education after dark during a night hike.
2022 Michigan 4-H State Award winners announced

Published on July 13, 2022
4-H members honored for their outstanding accomplishments in leadership, service and life skill development.
2022 Michigan 4-H Mark of Excellence award winners announced

Published on June 14, 2022
Mark of Excellence essays portray learning experiences of 4-H members.
Plant science at the dinner table: Avocados

Published on June 8, 2022
Avocadoes are berries and the main ingredient of guacamole.
Plant science at your dinner table: pomegranates

Published on June 1, 2022
Pomegranates are known as a “super fruit”. They are a delicious fruit with brilliant red edible arils. They grow on small trees or shrubs, growing 10-15 feet, where the climate is very hot and dry.