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What is reasonable use of Michigan’s waters?

Published on November 22, 2016
Reasonable use means one’s own use of water cannot unduly interfere with navigability or the rights of others to reasonably use the water, but what exactly does that mean?
Water use at perpendicular versus parallel roads: Where are public versus riparian rights?

Published on November 22, 2016
Don’t let perpendicular versus parallel roads get crossed in your head. There are differences in public use and riparian rights.
Joint zoning board of appeals can be done

Published on November 22, 2016
The Michigan Municipal Joint Planning Act allows for joint planning commissions but overlooks joint zoning board of appeals. It can still be done but takes considerable finesse to accomplish.
Icebreakers for 4-H cloverbuds

Published on November 21, 2016
Age-appropriate variations of introductory activities can be powerful tools for groups to get to know each other and build trust.
Teen participation in 4-H clubs

Published on November 21, 2016
Keeping teens involved in 4-H by offering leadership opportunities.
How to write a letter to your creditor

Published on November 21, 2016
Here are some tips for writing a letter when your debt becomes overwhelming.
Michigan produces a bumper chestnut crop

Published on November 18, 2016
Chestnut harvest in Michigan is estimated to have doubled in 2016.
School nutrition directors visit local dairy processing plant

Published on November 16, 2016
For those looking to source locally, dairy is an easy option.
Pearl Daskam represents Michigan at 2016 World Food Prize Global Youth Institute

Published on November 16, 2016
Six outstanding youth leaders were selected to represent Michigan at the Global Youth Institute, where they shared their global hunger fighting research and ideas. This series highlights their stories.
Meet a Staff Member: Mackenzie Graham

Published on November 15, 2016
Mackenzie Graham is the new graduate secretary for the Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences.
Omari Garrett represents Michigan at 2016 World Food Prize Global Youth Institute

Published on November 15, 2016
Six outstanding youth leaders were selected to represent Michigan at the Global Youth Institute, where they shared their global hunger fighting research and ideas. This series highlights their stories.
Yesha Patel represents Michigan at 2016 World Food Prize Global Youth Institute

Published on November 15, 2016
Six outstanding youth leaders were selected to represent Michigan at the Global Youth Institute, where they shared their global hunger fighting research and ideas. This series highlights their stories.
North Central Region SARE Grant now accepting proposals for farmers and ranchers

Published on November 15, 2016
Are you a farmer or rancher interesting in enhancing the sustainability of your agricultural operation?
Andrew Smith represents Michigan at 2016 World Food Prize Global Youth Institute

Published on November 14, 2016
Six outstanding youth leaders were selected to represent Michigan at the Global Youth Institute, where they shared their global hunger fighting research and ideas. This series highlights their stories.
Leading with empathy

Published on November 14, 2016
Being a good leader takes a lot of different skills, one of the most important being able to engage empathetically with others.