Mental Health and the Michigan Plate
Eating locally has big impacts on your mental health. Kelly Wilson of Trinity Health Ann Arbor lays out how good food affects mood.
Gardening in Michigan 101
Whether you’re new to gardening or have been doing it for years, it comes down to three major components : Planning, Soil, and Seeds
Crop Spot: Sweet Potatoes
Are you sweet on sweet potatoes? These veggies are fun to grow, delicious to eat, and good for you too!
Spring into Learning
You’re never too old to learn something new! This Spring, many of our Michigan partners are offering learning opportunities to teach you skills in the kitchen and the garden!
Crop Spot: Carrots
Find more to love about Michigan carrots – from how to enjoy them in your kitchen to recipes how to grow them in your own garden!
Putting the Garden to Bed
The end of gardening season is close at hand! Find out how to save seeds, top up garden beds, and more – and use Michigan sources while doing so.
The Healing Power of Gardening
Eating lots of fruits and vegetables, regular exercise, and a solid sleep schedule all contribute to a healthy body and mind. But did you know that being outside…
Crop Spot: Radishes
Radishes are one of the first joys of spring, bringing pops of red and green to the field, market, and kitchen. They are easy to maintain in the…
Community Impacts through Gardening: The MSU Extension Master Gardener ® Program
Started in 1972 in Washington, the Extension Master Gardener (EMG) program is an international movement that trains passionate volunteers to engage with horticultural projects in their communities. EMGs…
Getting Started With Your Garden
Do you dream of growing your own local food? Michigan is a great place to find local sources to help you get started. If you’ve got a hurdle,…