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The Agricultural Resiliency Program — which operates through MSU AgBioResearch and MSU Extension — was established in 2024 through the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development budget with $1 million in recurring funds to support research and outreach. A non-recurring investment of $5 million will go toward four projects that were funded for roughly $1.25 million each. For 2025, the competitive grants program received $5.1 million in funding and supports four projects at $1.275 million each.
In addition to competitive grants, one of the program’s objectives is to increase MSU knowledge and expertise in strategic areas of extreme weather and water science. This involves a cluster hire of six new faculty positions and two Extension educators with the $1 million State of Michigan recurring investment. Startup packages are supported in part by the MSU Office of Research and Innovation.
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While MSU greenhouse updates spark innovative research, needs remain
Published on July 14, 2026
After the most recent phase of the project, 60% of the MSU Plant Science Research Greenhouse Complex has been renovated. Funding is needed to address the remaining 40% and provide all greenhouse users access to the latest tools and environmental controls. -
MSU AgBioResearch Director George Smith stepping down in August to become dean at University of Arizona
Published on June 1, 2026
Smith has been the AgBioResearch director since 2021. -
Michigan Sen. Sam Singh on MSU agriculture research, outreach: ‘There’s a need and a want’
Published on May 26, 2026
Singh, who represents the 28th Senate District, touted MSU's work as essential to supporting the state's second-largest industry. -
Michigan Tree Fruit Commission investments in MSU research deliver results
Published on May 5, 2026
The Michigan Tree Fruit Commission, a grower-led organization, has supported MSU AgBioResearch infrastructure at tree fruit research stations across the state. -
Michigan fruit industry depends on MSU research, outreach: ‘We can’t do it on our own’
Published on April 2, 2026
MSU partners with the Michigan State Horticultural Society to advance Michigan's fruit industry.
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