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MSU’s Spartan Stampede honored as eight-time winner of Indoor Rodeo of the Year

Published on February 11, 2026
The Michigan State University Rodeo Club’s Spartan Stampede was awarded Indoor Rodeo of the Year for the eighth time by the International Professional Rodeo Association.
Lake and stream volunteer monitoring: How to get involved

Published on February 10, 2026
Grant applications are due March 6, 2026, for organizations wishing to host stream monitoring or cleanup efforts. Enrollment for lake monitoring is open now through August.
With the help from first-time visitors, five Michigan communities engaged to better understand their assets and opportunities in 2025

Published on February 6, 2026
Demand for MSU Extension’s First Impressions Tourism assessment program demonstrates a growing desire and need for Michigan communities to better themselves by capturing first-time visitor perspectives.
Farming in the solar future

Published on February 3, 2026
A four‑part webinar series on integrating food production and clean energy development.
García Polanco receives 2026 CANR Culture, Access and Belonging Award

Published on February 2, 2026
Vanessa García Polanco will receive the 2026 CANR Culture, Access and Belonging Award during the ANR Awards on Friday, February 27.
Vegetable ‘Ag Ideas’ will focus on pillars of production for 2026

Published on January 27, 2026
Join the MSU Extension vegetable team on a webinar series dedicated to key production factors affecting vegetables.
Virtual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With conference returns for sixth year with focus on food and livestock production

Published on January 27, 2026
A virtual experience offering nearly 35 educational sessions with knowledge and resources for farmers, landowners and those interested in food and agricultural production.
Boost your farm or food business: Online grant writing course now available

Published on January 26, 2026
This free course is self-paced and available online to provide food and farm business owners with a better understanding of the grant writing process.
Beginning farmers have plenty to gain from MI Ag Ideas to Grow With

Published on January 21, 2026
Join hundreds of fellow farmers February 23 through March 5 during MI Ag Ideas to Growth With virtual conference.
Empowering governance: Registration now open for Governing Essentials webinar series

Published on January 20, 2026
The Governing Essentials Series is designed for local elected and appointed officials looking to sharpen their skills and promote good governance practices.
Time of sale septic inspections can protect water quality: Part 1

Published on January 16, 2026
Counties and townships can protect surface and groundwater by adopting time of sale septic inspection ordinances.
Time of sale septic inspections can protect water quality: Part 2

Published on January 16, 2026
Counties and townships can protect surface and groundwater by adopting time of sale septic inspection ordinances.
4-H around the world: South Korea

Published on January 8, 2026
4-H is around the world. Let’s explore 4-H in South Korea and hear from the Michigan 4-H’ers who traveled there in 2025.
SARE supports sustainable agriculture learning opportunities for Tribal communities

Published on December 23, 2025
Two programs are available through Tribal SARE. The $5,000 mini grant supports workshops, conferences and demonstration projects on Indigenous food sovereignty, and travel funds provide $500 for Tribal educators to attend sustainable agriculture events.
Pet treats and chews

Published on December 23, 2025
Licensing, labeling and processing needs for pet treats and chews.