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2026 Fisheries and Wildlife Excellence Award
Published on April 20, 2026
The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife is pleased to announce the 2026 award winners for its FW Excellence Award. Congratulations to all award winners for their outstanding contributions to the department! -
Microdochium patch (pink snow mold) of home lawns and golf courses
Published on April 17, 2026
Microdochium patch, commonly known as pink snow mold, is a common low-temperature disease of turfgrass in Michigan. -
MSU AgBioResearch launches Enviroweather Mobile app to support Michigan growers
Published on April 17, 2026
The launch of Enviroweather Mobile marks a major step forward in supporting on-the-go agricultural decision-making. -
New pesticide decision website for apple growers
Published on April 17, 2026
The free “MI Fruit Decision” website contains decision making tools for apple growers to improve pest management programs using data from many years of MSU pesticide efficacy trials. -
When flooding hits, MSU Extension is here to help
Published on April 17, 2026
Whether you’re a homeowner, farmer, parent or concerned community leader, MSU Extension offers trusted support during severe weather. -
Fisheries and Wildlife 2026 Graduate Fellowship Award Winners
Published on April 16, 2026
The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife is pleased to announce the 2026 award winners for its graduate fellowships. Congratulations to all award winners for this amazing accomplishment! -
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visits MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center
Published on April 16, 2026
Visit included a tour of the newly opened dairy research facility, a roundtable discussion with local farmers and stakeholders and a press conference announcing new USDA grant funding for specialty crops. -
Wheat Watchers returns for 2026
Published on April 16, 2026
See how the wheat crop is progressing across Michigan this week. -
Stand your ground against early-season insect pests
Published on April 16, 2026
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on April 30 will feature management considerations for seedcorn maggot and other early insect pests. One RUP/CCA credit is available. -
Optimizing alfalfa harvesting schedules
Published on April 16, 2026
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on April 23 will feature optimizing alfalfa harvesting schedules with guest speaker Kim Cassida, MSU Extension forages and cover crops specialist. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 16, 2026
Published on April 16, 2026
Wheat is at Feekes 6 (jointing). Persistent precipitation over the past week slowed down field work. -
Smart drainage in practice: A hands‑on conservation drainage workshop
Published on April 16, 2026
Get hands-on training in automated controlled drainage systems and conservation drainage decision-support tools. -
Spring blooming lawn and garden weeds: A focus on winter annual identification and management
Published on April 16, 2026
Understand your spring blooming lawn and garden weeds for better control. -
Winter canola greens up in Michigan
Published on April 16, 2026
Spring has sprung, so how can you make sure your winter canola is on the right track? -
Will my turf recover from recent flooding?
Published on April 16, 2026
Recent rainfall events caused flooding on golf courses, lawns and other turf areas. Depending on how long the turf was submerged and whether soil deposition occurred will determine whether turf survives. -
Weathering the worst: Essential disaster prep for livestock and the farmers who protect them
Published on April 16, 2026
Simple, effective preparedness strategies that help farms stay resilient through storms, wildfires and rising waters. -
Attend a 2026 regional wheat field day near you
Published on April 16, 2026
Join MSU Extension and the Michigan Wheat Program for a small regional wheat field in Huron, Gratiot and Allegan counties. -
CANR Alumni Board Spotlight - Nicole Sevrey
Published on April 15, 2026
Nicole Sevrey (’06, Department of Community Sustainability) currently serves on the CANR Alumni Executive Board as an at-large member representing Michigan Farm Bureau. -
Join MSU Extension and fellow hop growers for the MSU Hop Chat Series
Published on April 15, 2026
Join the hop community twice a month from May to August for in-season discussions of all things hop-related. -
Pollinator stewardship during fruit crop bloom
Published on April 15, 2026
As bees come into fruit farms during bloom, growers can protect pollinators and minimize pesticide exposure.