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Two Upper Peninsula Extension Master Gardeners honored for 1,000 volunteer hours
Published on October 7, 2022
Elizabeth Slajus and Ron Rossway reflect on their experiences as Michigan State University Extension Master Gardeners. -
Nematode diagnostics, a changing of the guard at MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics
Published on October 7, 2022
Long-time nematology diagnostician, Fred Warner, has retired and testing continues under the direction of Angie Tenney. -
Farm carbon for profit
Published on October 7, 2022
New opportunities are emerging to improve farm profitability through carbon sequestration: northwest Michigan farmers can get started through the new Carbon Farming program from Crosshatch Center for Art and Ecology. -
Lake Huron serves as a classroom for elementary students
Published on October 7, 2022
Flapping their arms like migrating birds, excited students arrived at Tawas Point State Park for a day of community-connected learning - and their student stewardship project. -
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 5, 2022
Published on October 5, 2022
Cool temperatures continue this week. Harvest of mid- and late-season varieties is underway. -
Sustainability Made simple
Published on October 5, 2022
PSM researchers shine a light on soil carbon in MSU Museum exhibit: 1.5 Degrees Celsius -
Training On Agricultural Trade Policy Analysis By RIS Under PRCI
Published on October 5, 2022
Trade policy analysis training and dissemination of results of research from India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka -
West central Michigan apple maturity report – October 5 2022
Published on October 5, 2022
Varieties such as Empire, Jonagold, Golden Delicious and Mutsu are being harvested this week in the West central region. Red Delicious and Idared are moving closer to maturity. Northern spy are still immature. -
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – October 5, 2022
Published on October 5, 2022
Fuji, Goldens, Red Delicious and IdaRed are the focus for harvesting now in southwest Michigan. ReTain use for stop drop control seems to be more common this year as larger yields, bin shortages, and less labor available for harvesting are anticipated. -
CSUS student brings together sustainability science and art
Published on October 5, 2022
Gianna Méndez Germán pursues their studies in Environmental Studies and Sustainability, exploring best practices in global sustainability and incorporating art and science to address environmental issues in the Dominican Republic. -
MSU scientist works with Michigan dairy farmers to address urgent animal health issues
Published on October 5, 2022
MSU's Angel Abuelo troubleshoots dairy cattle challenges for Michigan dairy farmers through research and MSU Extension appointments. -
IFLR's Kris DeAngelo is co-author on a new paper "Role and Importance of Functional Food Packaging in Specialized Products for Vulnerable Populations"
Published on October 4, 2022
The authors look at the role and importance of functional and sustainable packaging for specialized products designed for vulnerable populations. Click for a link to the full article. -
Legume Lab Director Leads Innovation Labs Meeting in Washington D.C.
Published on October 4, 2022
From the September 2022 Newsletter -
MSU School of Packaging researchers are exploring high-barrier biodegradable paper as an alternative to plastics
Published on October 4, 2022
The MSU School of Packaging was awarded a two-year, $450,000 National Science Foundation grant to design a high-barrier biodegradable paper (HB2P) as an alternative to plastics. -
Project Study Examines Mali Fertilizer Subsidy Policy Changes Using Kaleidoscope Model
Published on October 4, 2022
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Callus tissue versus moldy core in apples
Published on October 4, 2022
Moldy core is a disease that develops in the locules or seed cavities of fruit. Do not confuse it with other internal tissue, which sometimes forms in the locules of certain varieties. -
Cereal rye varieties grown in Michigan show substantial differences in growth habit, yield and quality for distilled spirits
Published on October 4, 2022
Growers and distillers can use this information to select the best rye varieties for Michigan. -
Packaging master’s grad drafted to the NFL
Published on October 4, 2022
Spartan football and MSU School of Packaging alum, A.J. Arcuri, was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams. -
USDA renews insurance option (PACE) to protect nitrogen investment in 2023
Published on October 4, 2022
Still Only Available in Select Michigan Counties. -
Global Virtual Convening Project Spotlight – Sustainable Intensification of Dual-Purpose Cowpea Varieties for Enhanced Food and Fodder in Senega
Published on October 4, 2022
From the September 2022 Newsletter