Extension for Real Life
Description
Extension for Real Life is a product of the MSU Extension Service’s Office of Agricultural Communications.
That’s a long way of saying we are professional communicators who get to talk about food, families, 4-H, flowers, and farming for a living.
Blog content is created by a core team of communicators, including Susan Collins-Smith, Ellen Graves, Natasha Haynes, Qula Madkin, Michaela Parker, and Jonathan Parrish. But we get by with a lot of help from our friends in Ag Comm and Extension!
You can reach us at 662-325-2262 or extreallife@msstate.edu
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How to ID and Treat Aquatic Weeds
What's That Weed? For the health of your pond, it’s important to understand which types you have and how to manage them.
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Striped Skunk vs. Eastern Spotted Skunk
Mississippi is home to two skunk species: the common striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) and the less common eastern spotted skunk (Spilogale putorius).
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How to Attract More Birds to Your Yard
Think food, water, shelter, and nesting areas
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What are Bed Bugs?
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Coreopsis: Mississippi's State Wildflower
Did you know Mississippi has a state wildflower? Coreopsis flowers are a ray of sunshine with their bright yellow color!
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What’s for Dinner? Taco Soup
A budget-friendly, family-favorite meal for any time of year
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How-To: Spring Weather Preparedness
America is the most severe weather-prone country on Earth, but you can take a few advanced steps to be prepared.
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What is the Master Naturalist Program?
If you’re passionate about conservation and the natural resources of our state, the Mississippi Master Naturalist program may be a good opportunity for you.
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How to Manage Stink Bugs
You’ll soon start seeing, and maybe even smelling, a common southern insect in your landscape and garden. You may have spotted a few in your home this winter