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4-H Environmental & Outdoor Education

4-H Entomology 4-H Exploration Days 4-H Forestry Fun Camp 4-H Great Lakes & Natural Resources Camp 4-H Junior Citizen Planner 4-H Plants, Soils & Gardening 4-H Renewable Energy Camp 4-H Scholarships & Recognition Program 4-H Shooting Sports 4-H State Shooting Sports Tournament Michigan 4-H Youth Conservation Council Outdoor Adventure Challenge

4-H Animal Science

4-H Animal & Veterinary Science Camp 4-H Animal Evaluation 4-H Beef Production & Management 4-H Cloverbuds, Ages 5-7 4-H Companion Animals 4-H Dairy Cattle Production & Management 4-H Exploration Days 4-H Goat Production & Management 4-H Horses & Ponies 4-H Poultry Production & Management 4-H Proud Equestrians Program 4-H Rabbits & Cavies 4-H Scholarships & Recognition Program 4-H Science Blast in the Class 4-H Sheep Production & Management 4-H Swine Production & Management 4-H Veterinary Science Youth Business Guide to Success

4-H Careers & Entrepreneurship

4-H Communications 4-H Exploration Days 4-H Junior Citizen Planner 4-H Scholarships & Recognition Program 4-H Veterinary Science 4-H Youth Entrepreneurship 4-H Youth Money Management

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Bunny honey: Using rabbit manure as a fertilizer

Published on September 1, 2016
Looking for an organic, small round, pelleted form of fertilizer? Consider using fresh rabbit manure.
Discover butterfly secrets at the Indoor 4-H Children’s Garden

Published on November 17, 2017
Learn more about butterflies and visit the Butterflies in the Garden Exhibit in the Indoor 4-H Children’s Garden.
Top-rated garden flowers for cutting – Part 2

Published on April 13, 2017
Flowers like yarrow, columbine and foxglove are easy to grow and care for, have excellent vase life and there are many varieties from which to choose.
All-season trees: River birch

Published on October 27, 2017
All-season trees like river birch provide interest to your landscape by changing colors throughout all four seasons.
Michigan 4-H Foundation grants available to local 4-H clubs and county programs

Published on April 6, 2016
The Michigan 4-H Foundation has announced grant and award opportunities of up to $1,000 to support local 4-H clubs and county programs. 4-H volunteer leaders, members and staff members may apply for these funds.
Cultivate friends and happiness by starting perennials now

Published on December 29, 2014
Selecting seeds is a great way to introduce new perennials into your garden and now is the perfect time to start them.
How do I get a soil test kit when offices are closed?

Published on April 23, 2020
Online home lawn and garden soil test kits are still available through Michigan State University Extension.
The unexpected, interesting things you learn by hosting an international exchange student

Published on October 30, 2017
You can learn some unexpected and interesting things when hosting an international exchange student, like the story of potatoes and the United States.
Plant science at your dinner table: Hot chocolate vs. hot cocoa

Published on January 3, 2018
Hot cocoa and hot chocolate are as different as milk chocolate and bittersweet chocolate but both are derived from the cacao tree.
Youth involved in 4-H landscaping project

Published on December 30, 2015
Youth learn life skills through planning, growing and maintaining a flowerbed for the local fair.
How did evergreen trees become a symbol for Christmas?

Published on December 6, 2016
A brief history on using evergreens as Christmas trees and what they symbolized.
Hot field crops topics for a winters’ day

Published on January 27, 2021
The Thumb Area Virtual Pest and Crop Management Update on Feb. 2 will be the final regional meeting of the 2021 series.
4-H program collaborations enhance school learning and introduce agricultural careers

Published on June 12, 2017
When youth get their hands dirty, it may spark their interest in gardening and an agriculture-based career.
Gardening with young children helps their development

Published on April 24, 2017
Gardening with children provides them with skills to help your child’s development. You and your children will enjoy every stage of the process.
Exploring farm-to-table connections with young children

Published on July 14, 2016
Tips and activities for fun and learning in the kitchen this summer.
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast recordings are available for viewing online

Published on October 12, 2020
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast recordings cover topics on crop management, integrated pest management and soil and fertility management.
Growing zinnias in your flower garden

Published on June 20, 2017
It’s not too late to plant zinnia seeds for late summer color that will last until the first frost. They also make an incredible cut flower with a long vase life.
Making college and career connections for youth involved in community gardening

Published on December 9, 2016
As youth participate in community gardens, make an effort to incorporate a college visit to connect them to a college major and career in horticulture and other career fields.
March is Reading Month: Stories with plant and garden themes

Published on March 20, 2016
March is a perfect time to share the love of gardening with kids through books.
Soybeans: What can youth learn from them?

Published on July 2, 2015
Soybean fields can be seen everywhere in Michigan right now. Keeping plant science in mind, what can youth learn from them?