Since its beginning nearly 80 years ago, Extension in Michigan has focused on bringing knowledge-based educational programs to the people of the state to improve their lives and communities. Today, field agents supported by on-campus faculty members are serving in every county, providing base programs focusing on agriculture and natural resources; children, youth and families--, and community and economic development. MSUE's mission and operating philosophy require it to anticipate society's changes and concerns and to provide the best education possible to empower Michigan citizens to deal with those changes and concerns while maintaining ongoing programs that continue to be useful and effective. MSUE extends the university's knowledge resources to all citizens of Michigan and assists them in meeting their learning needs in a variety of educational strategies, technologies and collaborative arrangements.

MSUE PROGRAM AREAS

Agriculture and Natural Resources Programs

• Food Safety Extension/Outreach
• Dairy Product Processing
• Meat and Muscle Food Processing
• Fruit, Vegetable and Cereal Products Processingnt d

• Children, Youth and Families
• Food, Nutrition and Health Programs
• Immunization Education Initiative
• Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program
• Family Nutrition Program
• Breast-Feeding Initiative
• Team Nutrition Program