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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Frog vs. Toad
Is that a frog or a toad hopping by? If you’ve ever found yourself asking that question, you’re not alone! It’s a common point of confusion.
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What is Alpha-Gal Syndrome?
Spread by ticks, AGS can cause an allergic reaction to red meat and other mammal products.
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Tips for Growing Tomatoes
If you have a garden or a few containers of vegetables each summer, chances are you plant tomatoes. These tips can help you grow a bountiful harvest.
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Tips for Creating Balanced Meals
Creating balanced meals for your family doesn’t have to be difficult or overwhelming. With the help of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, you can build healthy, nutritious meals for your family.
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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!