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The Weekly Beet 04-01-2022
Published on April 1, 2022
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What you should know about avian influenza
Published on April 1, 2022
The current strain of avian influenza is a rapidly evolving situation and new detections continue to emerge as waterfowl migrate. -
Center for PFAS Research Faculty Spotlight: John Wise
Published on April 1, 2022
Dr. Wise brings extensive experience in working with specialty crop growers in Michigan to the Center for PFAS Research, and understands the challenges they face in producing high quality crops while meeting stringent government and market standards. -
Don’t let the performance of your cattle get stuck in the mud
Published on April 1, 2022
Muddy pen conditions can decrease animal performance by increasing the energy demands of the animal and cause a reduction in hide cleanliness of the animal. -
Beginning farmer educators: Take our survey
Published on March 31, 2022
Tell us about your experiences as an educator to help improve the quality of beginning farmer education in Michigan. -
Early-season weed control and options with product shortages
Published on March 31, 2022
Herbicide shortages will influence early-season weed control decisions. -
Michigan soybean producers can help develop a new online tool for optimizing soybean production
Published on March 31, 2022
Survey data collected from Michigan soybean growers will help in developing a new online tool that can provide field-specific management guidelines. -
Saginaw Bay nutrient impairment designation
Published on March 31, 2022
Saginaw Bay in Lake Huron is on a proposed list of impaired waters due to nuisance algae blooms. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – March 31, 2022
Published on March 31, 2022
Warmer soil temperatures in March point to the possibility of a relatively early planting season but forecasted precipitation may keep farmers out of fields for the first part of April. -
PRCI workshop on research methods for value chain analysis
Published on March 30, 2022
Two presentations were given during the PRCI workshop on ‘Research methods for value chain analysis’, including one on the snakehead fish value chain, and another on research methods for value chain analysis -
E. B. Hill and the Farm Management Roots of MSU Agricultural Economics
Published on March 30, 2022
The history Elton B. Hill, a Michigan pioneer in the science of farm management and co-founder in 1949 of the Michigan State College Department of Agricultural Economics -
Russia’s action expands what’s defined as “local” in the Arctic
Published on March 30, 2022
It’s critical to understand the complexities of tightly bound actions and events of both people and nature, especially in times of crisis – most notably climate change and conflict between Russia and western countries. -
Supporting someone through a mental health challenge
Published on March 29, 2022
How we provide support to someone experiencing a mental illness or mental health challenge is important to the person’s recovery from that challenge. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – March 29, 2022
Published on March 29, 2022
This is the first update for the season. All fruit crops made it through the winter in good shape. Buds are swelling on early tree fruit. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – March 29, 2022
Published on March 29, 2022
Cooler than normal conditions are leading to a delayed spring. -
What is that color in my pond?
Published on March 29, 2022
This article explores color changes in water features, diving into what is happening in your pond that may cause these changes. -
Risk – Zero Risk?
Published on March 28, 2022
One of the main concerns we see folks express around ingredient safety is a desire to ensure an ingredient is completely safe with no risk for harm. -
Lentils: A nutrient-dense food to enjoy often
Published on March 28, 2022
Lentils are a nutrient-dense plant food that meet the USDA MyPlate nutritional profile to be both a vegetable and a protein. They are economical and shelf-stable, making them a must-have for every pantry. -
Risk – Zero Risk?
Published on March 28, 2022
One of the main concerns we see folks express around ingredient safety is a desire to ensure an ingredient is completely safe with no risk for harm. Is that possible?