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West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 19, 2022
Published on April 19, 2022
Winter is still lingering with a mix of rain and snowfall over the past week. Most buds remain swollen or are beginning to show side green, but a warmup this weekend will likely push growth. -
School of Packaging celebrates 2022 student scholarship recipients
Published on April 19, 2022
The MSU School of Packaging awarded student scholarships at its Packaging Celebration on April 19. -
SPDC CM Program Re-accredited
Published on April 19, 2022
The MSU SPDC Construction Management Program has been re-accredited for a 6 year period, ending in 2028. -
Julie Burton receives 2022 MSU Packaging Alumni Association Paul Schmidt Service Award
Published on April 19, 2022
Julie Burton received the 2022 MSU Packaging Alumni Association Paul Schmidt Service Award at the School of Packaging Celebration on Apr. 19. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 19, 2022
Published on April 19, 2022
With the cool weather, trees and vines remain dormant. Spring is slow to show up this year. -
CAES-ISP Scholar announced as new CAES Principal at Makerere University
Published on April 18, 2022
Prof. Gorettie N. Nabanoga appointed as the next Principal of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Makerere University -
Twenty-four Michigan 4-H volunteers honored for 50 years of service by Michigan State University Extension
Published on April 18, 2022
As individuals and organizations across the country celebrate National Volunteer Week this April 17-23, Michigan State University Extension is celebrating 24 volunteers who have given 50 or more years of service to Michigan 4-H. -
Eating bugs: Part 2 – Eating bugs around the world
Published on April 18, 2022
Do you think it is strange that some cultures eat bugs? In this Michigan State University Extension article series, we discussing just that – eating bugs! -
Scout, rogue and repeat to reduce the spread of chili pepper mild mottle virus
Published on April 15, 2022
Growers who have chili pepper mild mottle virus (CPMMoV), a viral plant disease, should scout their crops, test and rogue out the symptomatic plant material, and then sanitize for the best outcome. -
PBGB students featured on Impact 89 FM's, The Sci-Files
Published on April 15, 2022
We are pleased to share that several students from the Department of Plant Breeding, Genetics and Biotechnology have been featured on Impact 89 FM's, The Sci-Files. -
Beef Welfare Symposium fourth session to focus on technology in beef cattle welfare
Published on April 15, 2022
The Sixth International Symposium on Beef Cattle Welfare fourth webinar session to focus on technology on May 25 at 2 p.m. E.T. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 14, 2022
Published on April 14, 2022
Some farmers were able to begin field operations this past week in between showers. The coming week should afford more opportunities to get fields prepped and planting underway. -
Eating bugs: Part 1 - You already have!
Published on April 14, 2022
Eating bugs is often seen as gross by some living in the United States, but you probably have already eaten them. -
Beef Welfare Symposium third session to focus on emerging issues in beef cattle welfare
Published on April 13, 2022
The Sixth International Symposium on Beef Cattle Welfare third webinar session to focus on emerging issues on April 27 at 2 p.m. E.T. -
Making your sauces and seasonings green and local
Published on April 13, 2022
Learn how food manufacturers show they care about the environment and local food. -
MSU Extension resources highlight how to keep food safe in emergency situations
Published on April 12, 2022
As spring storms kick off, a collection of educational resources and classes show the importance of food safety in trying times. -
Frasiers support School of Packaging renovation project; endow faculty position
Published on April 12, 2022
MSU Packaging alumnus Chuck Frasier and his wife, Jackie, have made multiple gifts to the Packaging Building Renovation to complete the fundraising goal and allow construction to begin, as well as to establish an endowed faculty position in packaging. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 12, 2022
Published on April 12, 2022
The region has experienced little spring-like weather in the past few weeks, and growers are looking for a stretch of warm and dry conditions to prune sweet cherries. -
CANR recognizes outstanding DEI efforts with 2022 You Belong Here Awards
Published on April 12, 2022
CANR faculty and staff honored for outstanding efforts to support and address diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within the college. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 12, 2022
Published on April 12, 2022
Petal tissues are starting to be seen in some stone fruit. Some apples are near tight cluster. Development will continue with this week’s warmer weather.