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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The Food Factor: Slammin’ Graham PBJ Nachos
These simple five-minute peanut butter and jelly apple nachos are the perfect treat!
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Tree of the Month: Southern Catalpa
We’ve talked about a few trees this year. We hope you’ve learned a thing or two about how to identify different trees!
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Six Common Fish in Mississippi
Fishing is a common pastime in the South. In fact, 4-H fishing clubs are one of the fastest growing 4-H clubs in Mississippi! Do you know the different fish species?
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MSU Extension Plant Diagnostic Laboratory: How Can It Help You?
Did you know the Mississippi State University Extension Service has a laboratory that is designated to diagnose plant diseases and nematodes? Yes, it does! Learn how the Mississippi State University Extension Service Plant Diagnostic Laboratory and its scientists protect the crops that provide our food and fiber along with other home and garden crops.
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Box vs. Snapping Turtle
Snapping turtles and box turtles. Very different in many ways.
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How to Reduce Plastic Waste
Whether you recycle or not, you probably are familiar with the “chasing arrows” emblem found on plastic products. But many consumers don’t know that this symbol denotes only the type of plastic an item is made from, not its ability to be recycled. Check out these tips that can help you reduce your plastic waste.
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Four Container Garden Combos
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3 Tips for Healthier Eating
While there can be many barriers to healthier eating, getting the proper nutrition is not overly complicated. Start with these basic tips to help you start and maintain a healthier diet.
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What To Do If You Find a Honey Bee Swarm
Have you ever seen a honey bee swarm? Seeing hundreds of bees clumped together on a tree, shrub, fence, house, or other object can be both fascinating and scary. If you’re like me, it can also be intimidating!
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The Food Factor: Cinnamon Fried Pineapple
If you have a craving for a tasty, tropical-inspired dessert that is super easy to make, I've got you covered!