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Loveridge named assistant dean for faculty affairs and development
Published on May 24, 2021
Scott Loveridge was named assistant dean for faculty affairs and development in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR). -
Periodical cicadas are emerging: Should Michigan fruit growers be concerned?
Published on May 24, 2021
Brood X of the periodical cicada can soon be found throughout the Midwest including parts of southern Michigan. They may become a nuisance, but don’t expect any significant fruit crop injury. -
Japan Golden Week: A cultural learning opportunity for youth and adults
Published on May 24, 2021
Explore the Japanese holiday of Golden Week, which begins with the Showa Day and ends with Children’s Day. -
Pursuing environmental justice through scholarship and fighting for a more just future
Published on May 24, 2021
CSUS faculty Dr. Phil Warsaw shares about his journey to MSU and passion for translating research to real change for environmental justice. -
CSUS alumna spotlight: Deepa Iyer
Published on May 24, 2021
Deepa shares what makes her work as a farmer and educator meaningful. -
Weekly Beet - May 21, 2021
Published on May 21, 2021
In this weeks issue: Various events and happenings. Dept. Job Postings, training and Development opportunities. -
Sand’s urban role demands key part on sustainability stage
Published on May 21, 2021
Four years after unveiling a looming sand crisis, scientists focus on sand's sustainability implications and propose solutions to reduce impacts. -
U.S. Representative Elissa Slotkin tours MSU plant science research facilities
Published on May 21, 2021
Elissa Slotkin, who serves Michigan’s 8th district in the U.S. House of Representatives, visited the Michigan State University campus May 21 to tour plant science research facilities and the MSU Music Building. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 21, 2021
Published on May 21, 2021
With the return to normal to above-normal temperatures this past week, we received an average of 88 growing degree days (GDD) base 50 last week. -
Reducing campus carbon emissions with MSU trees
Published on May 21, 2021
The MSU Sustainable Wood Recovery Initiative (SWRI) program reduced campus carbon dioxide emissions by 50.15 metric tons between 2015-2017. -
2021 status of herbicide-resistant weeds in Michigan
Published on May 20, 2021
Work continues on new herbicide resistance cases in waterhemp and fall panicum. -
Frost and freezing temperatures and ways to protect plants
Published on May 20, 2021
Many locations in Michigan saw multiple freeze and frost events last week. There are numerous ways agricultural producers and home gardeners can protect crops and plants. -
Who should be on our community leadership team?
Published on May 20, 2021
After several years, strategies and suggestions develop for building leadership teams to address community-driven tourism and development. -
Forecasted temperatures give a green light for planting
Published on May 20, 2021
Many locations in Michigan saw multiple freeze and frost events, but forecasted milder low temperatures will allow gardeners to plant tender plants. Locations that have not passed their frost-free dates should keep an eye on the low temperatures. -
Michigan chestnut crop report for the week of May 17, 2021
Published on May 20, 2021
Temperatures are warming and conditions remain dry across much of the state. -
Delayed and variable soybean emergence
Published on May 20, 2021
Learn how to assess and respond to the delayed and variable soybean emergence caused by seed corn maggots, crusting or dry soil conditions. -
ReNAPRI and PRCI: Planning for Policy Success
Published on May 19, 2021
With assistance from the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Food Security Policy, Research, Capacity, and Influence (PRCI) the Regional Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes (ReNAPRI) has created and implemented a new strategic plan. -
Michigan grape scouting report – May 19, 2021
Published on May 19, 2021
This is the first of our weekly grape scouting reports covering the state of Michigan for 2021. Sign up to receive these reports by email. -
MSU Extension’s grape scouting reports for 2021
Published on May 19, 2021
Michigan State University Extension will provide weekly reports of scouting efforts across the state, covering many parts of grape growing including vine phenology and horticultural updates, pest and disease management, and weather. -
Grab-N-Go: Crafts around the world series
Published on May 19, 2021
Enjoy learning how to make simple crafts from six of the seven continents: Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, North America and South America.