MSU Extension

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  Extension Extras Enrichments: Clothespin Letters

  Published on May 20, 2021
  This activity will help children learn and recognize letters, which will eventually become a combination that creates a word. Letter recognition is an important developmental milestone.

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  COVID-19 Modifications to Michigan 4-H Shooting Sports Programs

  Published on May 20, 2021
  Michigan 4-H Shooting Sports programs must adhere to all MSU Extension guidelines for in-person engagements. The following are additional guidelines specific to 4-H shooting sports experiences.

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  Potential survival of potato volunteers in Michigan in 2021

  Published on May 19, 2021
  Begin scouting for volunteer potatoes, which may serve as possible sources of late blight inoculum. Observed high risk of survival throughout the state.

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  MSU Extension’s grape scouting reports for 2021

  Published on May 19, 2021
  Michigan State University Extension will provide weekly reports of scouting efforts across the state, covering many parts of grape growing including vine phenology and horticultural updates, pest and disease management, and weather.

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  Michigan grape scouting report – May 19, 2021

  Published on May 19, 2021
  This is the first of our weekly grape scouting reports covering the state of Michigan for 2021. Sign up to receive these reports by email.

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  Grab-N-Go: Crafts around the world series

  Published on May 19, 2021
  Enjoy learning how to make simple crafts from six of the seven continents: Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, North America and South America.

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  Michigan vegetable crop report – May 19, 2021

  Published on May 19, 2021
  Cool-season crops, like lettuce, and warm-season crops, like squash, are now in the ground to different degrees on different farms.

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  Dry bean considerations topic for May 27 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast

  Published on May 18, 2021
  The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on May 27 will feature MSU dry bean systems specialist Scott Bales discussing important considerations for the 2021 dry bean cropping season.

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  Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 18, 2021

  Published on May 18, 2021
  This warm weather is accelerating crop development; tart cherries are at early petal fall and apples are at 60% bloom at the Northwest Michigan Horticulture Research Center.

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  Wizarding world of 4-H connects youth with similar interests

  Published on May 18, 2021
  Over the past year, many have had to adapt to a new virtual reality. Kathryn Duffy found virtual 4-H clubs filled a void for her seventh-grade daughter, Maddie.

• West central Michigan small fruit update – May 18, 2021

  Published on May 18, 2021
  Weather conditions are improving and warm temperatures are arriving, but drought conditions remain unchanged.

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  Dickinson County 4-H alum creates endowment to support his local program

  Published on May 18, 2021
  Richard J. Pollard established the Dickinson County 4-H Endowment

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 18, 2021

  Published on May 18, 2021
  Tree fruit crops are beginning to size, making load assessments easier this week. So far, most crops survived the April freezes well.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – May 18, 2021

  Published on May 18, 2021
  Hot, dry conditions this week will accelerate apple growth and development.

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  High heat during blueberry bloom: Great for pollination, as long as it doesn’t get too hot

  Published on May 18, 2021
  Warm, sunny days promote blueberry pollinator activity but beware of temperatures approaching 95 degrees Fahrenheit in the next week.

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  Cooking for Crowds is available as an online course

  Published on May 17, 2021
  This virtual program is designed to educate volunteers who prepare food for their organization or the public as part of fundraisers or events.

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  Fire destroys feed barn at MSU Dairy Cattle Center

  Published on May 16, 2021
  A fire broke out in a feed barn at the Michigan State University Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center.

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  Dairy Milk Label Claims

  Published on May 15, 2021
  This infographic goes over various dairy milk label claims and what exactly they mean.

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  What are those dead grass tips in my lawn?

  Published on May 14, 2021
  Some turfgrass was injured as a result of freezing temperatures last week, but the injury is only temporary.

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  Is your water garden having a RIPPLE effect on Michigan's waterways?

  Published on May 14, 2021
  While water gardens add beauty to backyards, it is important to be aware of the risks associated with aquatic invasive species and to prevent escape.