Emmet County MSU Extension

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Interested in Organic's? The Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPPS) is a great group to learn from.
06/01/2026

Interested in Organic's? The Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPPS) is a great group to learn from.

Calling all young entrepreneurs!Submit your business pitch to the Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase. Yout...
05/28/2026

Calling all young entrepreneurs!
Submit your business pitch to the Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase. Youth ages 8–19 can enter with a product, service, or community impact idea—whether it’s already launched or still in development. Entries accepted through August 7, 2026.
✅ 3 age divisions: 8–11, 12–15, 16–19 as of Jan 1, 2026 (4-H membership not required)
✅ Up to 2-minute video pitch (uploaded to YouTube as unlisted)
✅ Must include the youth presenting on camera
Judging will focus on creativity, clear communication, audience understanding, and strong business ideas.
🏆 Top entries earn gift card prizes in each division, thanks to our sponsor, MSUFCU!
View the Fair Book (Dept 73) and registration link at: https://www.canr.msu.edu/virtual-showcase/State-Fair-Virtual-Showcase/

Got a project to show off? We want to see it!Join the Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase!Ages 5–19 | FREE ...
05/21/2026

Got a project to show off? We want to see it!
Join the Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase!
Ages 5–19 | FREE entry | No 4-H membership needed
Submit photos or videos
Register by Aug. 7
Scholarships available for youth 8-19 as of Jan 1, 2026
Enter as many classes as you want. All exhibitors receive ratings AND feedback from judges!
Enter today at: https://www.canr.msu.edu/virtual-showcase/State-Fair-Virtual-Showcase/

05/14/2026

We are excited to announce that the DOC has partnered with MSU extension to bring a Cottage Food Laws class to our LTBB Commons area in the Government Building on June 10th. This will be helpful for all of our community who would like to sell canned goods, jellies, jams, baked goods etc.

05/10/2026

Spreadsheet tools help beef and dairy producers set prices when selling grain-fed and grass-fed beef carcasses.

05/10/2026

2026 update: three AI platforms added! Plant identification apps for smartphones have seen significant improvements over the past several years. Now AI offers to take a photo and get an instant identification, but are they reliable?

05/10/2026

Short-Term Rental (STR) Policy Options for Local Communities



Program Dates

May 20, 6:30-8 p.m. ET

October 6, 6:30-8 p.m. ET.



Short Description
For Michigan communities, solving the housing puzzle includes balancing many competing interests and choosing the tools that are best for their housing goals. This 90-minute program will explore trends and policy tools for communities to consider related to short-term rentals (STRs).





Description

Michigan communities are facing challenges in meeting their housing needs and goals as shown by Michigan’s Statewide Housing Plan. For many communities, solving the housing puzzle includes policies to address short-term rentals (STRs). Yet, STRs can fill a local or regional gap in visitor housing and offer an alternative type of lodging that is in demand to leisure and business travelers alike. As the state continues to see increases in the number of dwellings being used for STRs, some Michigan communities to review their plans and policies around STRs to ensure they reflect the community’s vision and needs.

This 90-minute program will begin by exploring trends and research related to STRs as well as where local communities can find data to examine their own local situation. This will be followed by an overview of policy approaches, regulatory tools, enforcement, and key STR court cases. The program will highlight several Michigan examples of community regulatory approaches to STRs and offer time for questions.

This program is being offered via Zoom. The list of offerings is below. All registrants will receive a recording of the program. MCPs can report 1.5 MCP credits for attending.



Cost

The cost for each session is $25 ($20 for Master Citizen Planners)



Registration

https://events.anr.msu.edu/STR26/

05/09/2026

Have you been thinking about starting a garden at your school or early care site? Are you a beginning gardener looking for direction so the garden can be as successful? If so, consider taking the free "Starting a School or Community Garden: Essential Steps for Success" course from MSUE. It offers a flexible, self-paced online learning experience.

Learn more: https://www.canr.msu.edu/courses/starting-a-school-or-community-garden-essential-steps-for-success

Michigan State University Extension

05/09/2026

The MSU Extension Farm Business Management Team is hosting an upcoming lunch-and-learn webinar “Presenting MI Farm Link: Connecting Farmers to Farmland” , May 28 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. During this webinar, Koffi Kapchavi will give us an update on the relatively new MI Farm Link organization and how its resources can help people who are seeking farmland to connect with those that have it. Koffi is the northwest Michigan regional contact for MI Farm Link, and he will explain how it operates, including how to use the website to set up listings and requests for land. Register at https://pears.io/events/msuext/6791/ today! The webinar will be recorded and put up on the MSU Extension website afterwards for viewing anytime. For more information on MI Farm Link see their website at https://mifarmlink.org/ .

Address

3434 M 119 Ste D
Harbor Springs, MI
49740

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12313481770

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