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West central Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 19, 2020
Published on August 19, 2020
The finish line is approaching, but keep an eye out for pests and diseases. -
Maddy's best experience in grad school has been presenting her research at landscape conferences
Published on August 18, 2020
Maddy Dubelko, a graduate student in the Department of Horticulture, chose Horticulture as her advanced degree because she wanted to gain more knowledge about how to best manage ornamental plantings. -
Celebrate Cucumbers with a Crunch!
Published on August 18, 2020
Celebrate this summer staple with Michigan’s Cucumber Crunch! -
Letters from CSUS faculty: Dr. Chuck Nelson and Dr. Doug Bessette
Published on August 18, 2020
Dr. Nelson reflects on his 50+ years at MSU as he approaches retirement, and Dr. Bessette shares his unique perspective as an alumni and now professor in our department. -
Environmental DNA technology helping MSU researchers more accurately examine aquatic communities
Published on August 18, 2020
Two MSU researchers are using innovative technology that extracts DNA from lake water samples, painting a clearer picture of what lies beneath the water's surface. -
Local Government Resources for Novel Coronavirus Response
Published on August 18, 2020
We are also asking for feedback from you and your community to help us understand how MSU Extension can provide support and educational resources now and in the future. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – Aug. 18, 2020
Published on August 18, 2020
Apples are coloring in northwest Michigan orchards. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – Aug. 18, 2020
Published on August 18, 2020
A derecho blew across the region last Monday, leaving damage in its wake. The most affected agricultural areas appear to be western and southern Berrien County. -
East Michigan fruit update – Aug. 18, 2020
Published on August 18, 2020
Brown marmorated stink bugs are being found in apples and peaches over the past week, with some feeding damage seen in apples. -
Virtual Learning Takes Shape At Tollgate: Experiential Learning in a Virtual World
Published on August 17, 2020
Virtual Learning Takes Shape At Tollgate: Experiential Learning in a Virtual World -
Sustainable Agriculture Team Update August 2020
Published on August 17, 2020
Sustainable Agriculture Team Update August 2020 -
Michigan State University hosts online peach field day
Published on August 17, 2020
Virtual presentations highlighted peach research at MSU’s Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center. -
MSU hosts virtual field day on various corn topics
Published on August 17, 2020
Michigan State University Extension and MSU AgBioResearch hosted a virtual corn field day Wednesday, Sept. 9 -
Michigan State University researcher awarded $9.8M to study low-moisture food safety
Published on August 17, 2020
Bradley Marks, professor and chair of the MSU Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, has received funding from USDA NIFA to investigate pathogens in foods like flour, cereals, dried fruit and nuts. -
SPDC welcomes new Academic Advisor Hannah Brodhead
Published on August 17, 2020
Hannah Brodhead is the new academic advisor for Interior Design and Landscape Architecture students. -
The fish are biting, but Michigan’s charter fishing industry is struggling
Published on August 17, 2020
A recent Michigan Sea Grant survey found that the average captain lost 15 trips during the early part of the 2020 season, which led to an overall loss of $4.5 million in revenue from charter fees. -
MSU hosts soybean virtual field day
Published on August 17, 2020
Michigan State University Extension and MSU AgBioResearch hosted a virtual soybean field day Wednesday, Aug. 26 from 8 to 10 a.m. -
Essential Oils – An Overview
Published on August 17, 2020
Over the years, the popularity of essential oils has soared with some people claiming essential oils have curative properties and could be used as an alternative to prescription medications. In this post, we’ll cover the basics of essential oils. -
Weekly Beet - August 14, 2020
Published on August 14, 2020
In this weeks edition - Face Covering Update for Working Indoors and Outdoors. Food and Drink Policy Addendum, Covid-19 Compact, Bard Research Grant Funding Opportunities. -
Endowed Landscape Architecture Innovation Fund created by Landscape Architecture Alum
Published on August 14, 2020
The new endowment has been initiated by Robert G. Chipman through the MSU Landscape Architecture Alumni and Advisory Board.