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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Tailgate Food Safety Tips
It’s that time of year again––football season! Every football team needs a good safety, and so does every tailgate.
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Prepare for Hummingbird Fall Migration
Keep your eyes peeled––ruby-throated hummingbirds will be on the move soon! These tiny birds cover some serious milage each year during migration season.
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How to Stretch Your Grocery Budget
7 Tips That Can Help
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Different Types of Bird Feeders
Bird feeders are a great way to attract birds to your yard, whether you simply want to watch them or want to create a welcoming habitat for them to find food. The older I’ve gotten, the more I’ve learned to appreciate our feathered friends.
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Garden Pests to Know
Protect your crops
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Food Safety at Farmers Markets
If you need to find me on a Saturday morning, your best chance is to swing by the local farmers market. There’s a high chance I’m there!
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How to Keep Chickens Cool
These simple tips can help keep backyard chickens safe in extreme heat.
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How to Choose Potting Soil
Check out helpful information and tips from our horticulture expert.
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How to Blanch Vegetables
One of my favorite summer activities is visiting my local farmers market on Saturday morning. I always leave with a variety of fresh vegetables, perfect for my weekly meals.