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Waterlogging and the 2023 dry bean crop

Published on August 4, 2023
It has been a unique growing season due to precipitation challenges. The dry bean season started off very dry. However, so far in July we have received more rainfall than average.
MSU forestry professor called upon for deforestation expertise in Mayan Forest

Published on August 4, 2023
Researcher working to invigorate native bee population in changing landscape
National Priorities: Research on Disinfectants, Disinfection By-products, and Opportunistic Pathogens in Drinking Water Distribution Systems Grants

Published on August 4, 2023
EPA awarded $8,492,000 to four institutions for research to improve our understanding of the occurrence and concentration of opportunistic pathogens (OPs) and disinfection by-products (DBPs) in drinking water distribution systems.
Michigan State Wheat Breeding and Genetics published 2023 Wheat Variety Performance Trials

Published on August 4, 2023
MSU's Wheat Breeding and Genetics worked with 7 cooperators in 7 Michigan counties to test the performance of 102 wheat varieties from 11 different organizations.
Farm to ECE: Sowing the Seeds for Healthy Futures in Michigan

Published on August 4, 2023
Through Farm to Early Care and Education Implementation Grant (FIG) funding focused on equity, the Michigan Farm to ECE Network impacted 8515 children, 396 ECEs, and 818 ECE providers.
Video: GRAS Status Never Comes From Long History of Use

Published on August 4, 2023
Myth buster! Listen to Neal Fortin's 2-minute explainer on why GRAS status never comes from long history of use.
MSU School of Packaging researchers make a sustainable plastic more compostable

Published on August 4, 2023
Researchers led by Rafael Auras in the Michigan State University School of Packaging have shown how to make a bio-based polymer compostable in both home and industrial settings.
2023 Survival Camp Day 4

Published on August 3, 2023
Canoeing, shelters and fire building!
Healthy summer living

Published on August 3, 2023
Tips for keeping yourself and others safe this summer.
A zoning moratorium should only be done with caution

Published on August 3, 2023
A local government might adopt a moratorium to prevent development until rules are established. This is not without legal risk. Do so with caution and make sure the municipal attorney is directly involved.
Africa Engagement Workshops continue far-reaching impact

Published on August 3, 2023
Workshop participant and Lansing School District High school student is selected as a delegate to the Global Youth Institute.
Qualifications-based selection, not bidding, is best to contract with professional services

Published on August 3, 2023
Many believe governments should bid for jobs over a certain dollar amount. But bids are not always the best selection system. When hiring professional services Qualifications-Based Selection is the better system to use.
Supreme Court ruling on sign regulation has major implications for all local governments

Published on August 3, 2023
The decision means many, if not all, sign regulations in Michigan will need to be reviewed and likely changed if the municipality wants to reduce legal risks.
Nigerian Lab supported by MSU earns national recognition

Published on August 3, 2023
Innovation Lab for Food Security Policy, Research, Capacity, and Influence applauds PiLAF for pioneering agricultural policy influence in Nigeria
Local government strategies to protect groundwater

Published on August 3, 2023
Groundwater can, and in some places has already, become contaminated. Local government is best-suited to prevent contamination from occurring with straightforward planning and zoning tools at their disposal.
MSU soil scientist recognized for outstanding environmental quality research

Published on August 3, 2023
Professor Hui Li will be honored Oct. 30 at the American Society of Agronomy's annual meeting.
Celebrating one year of the 988 National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Published on August 3, 2023
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline has accomplished a lot in its first year and has plans for continual improvement.
2023 Survival Camp Day 3

Published on August 2, 2023
Corn hole, shelter building, and more!
Article summary: A taxonomy of anti-vaccination arguments

Published on August 2, 2023
A summary of findings of a systematic review of psychological reasons for anti-vaccination attitudes.
Thumb area farm succession planning workshop set for August 30, 2023

Published on August 2, 2023
Join us for a succession planning workshop at Saginaw Valley Extension and Research Center on Aug. 30. Speakers in the morning will be followed by time in the afternoon to work on your own farm’s succession plan.