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Webinar on search engine optimization for farm and food businesses held April 20
Published on April 16, 2021
Join us to learn simple practices to set up a website and other digital properties for success in the search results. -
Pollinator stewardship guide for vegetable growers
Published on April 16, 2021
Growers, beekeepers and MSU Extension provided input on a vegetable pollinator stewardship guide to protect and support managed pollinators. -
Lymantria dispar populations are high: What conifer growers need to know
Published on April 16, 2021
There were extremely high populations of Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, during 2020 and we anticipate elevated populations this year. Scout and treat spruce, fir and Douglas fir for gypsy moths. -
Updated cover crop termination publication available for 2021
Published on April 16, 2021
Evaluate your cover crop termination strategy with this updated for 2021 publication. -
Mindful laughter: A mind-body health practice
Published on April 15, 2021
Learn how laughter builds resiliency to stress and disease, strengthens muscle and builds lung capacity — as well as how to cultivate it into your daily life. -
Planning for pangolins and pandemics
Published on April 15, 2021
Whether it be siting dog parks, creating urban farming zones, or planning for the public health, Planning Matters in how human and nonhuman animals share cities. -
What are my options when renewing my pesticide certification?
Published on April 15, 2021
Pesticide applicators can now take their certification exam remotely. -
Master's student receives industry scholarship in cut flower production
Published on April 15, 2021
Caleb Spall received the Dave Dowling Scholarship from the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers. -
Bands from Weir’s cushion rust visible on infected spruce needles
Published on April 15, 2021
Yellow spots or bands are visible on infected Serbian and Colorado blue spruce needles. Weir’s cushion rust can cause discoloration and pre-mature needle loss. -
Our Perennial Garden Manager's Favorite Plants
Published on April 15, 2021
Here are some of Bethany's favorite perennial plants -
Gardens' YouTube Videos
Published on April 15, 2021
Our Gardens' staff have been busy this spring creating YouTube videos on various gardening topics -
2021 Bukovac Outstanding Graduate Student Award
Published on April 15, 2021
Songwen Zhang is selected for the Horticulture Department's 2021 Outstanding Graduate Student Honor. -
Noteworthy Annuals in the Spring Plant Sale
Published on April 15, 2021
Our Spring Plant Sale is Almost here! -
Virtual BE Showcase Archive - April 21, 2021
Published on April 14, 2021
Virtual BE Showcase Archive - April 21, 2021 -
Spring turn-out sets the tone for the entire grazing season
Published on April 14, 2021
When the grass starts greening, the urge to get livestock on pasture is strong. However, patience and a little planning will pay off because management of the spring flush of forage availability is key to setting the tone for the entire grazing season. -
Wheat growth stage 6 signals game on!
Published on April 14, 2021
The first joint stage is a game-changer in the development and management of wheat—the plants begin to invest in their reproductive phase. The timing is right for growers to gauge their progression of management practices. -
Dairy team podcast is ready to start its third season this spring
Published on April 14, 2021
Take us along for the ride with a new season of our educational podcast beginning April 13. -
Negotiating reasonable land rent in times of high market prices
Published on April 14, 2021
Key talking points can help both landowners and producers understand farmland value. -
Women are making a difference for the Packaging Building
Published on April 13, 2021
The MSU School of Packaging is celebrating the first two alumnae who have made campaign gifts to the Packaging Building Renovation. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 13, 2021
Published on April 13, 2021
Many tree fruits are blooming. Small fruits are leafing out.