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Working women, the backbone of family farms
Published on June 23, 2020
The role of women in farming continues to evolve. The added stress of working off the farm while balancing traditional responsibilities can be difficult to manage. -
Walmart Foundation gives $10,000 to support Michigan 4-H Mask Project
Published on June 23, 2020
Over 6,052 cloth face coverings have been made by the Michigan 4-H community and donated statewide to those in need. -
Monitoring our mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic
Published on June 23, 2020
COVID-19, the infectious disease caused by the novel coronavirus, is impacting mental health. -
Jeff Dwyer - June 23, 2020, testimony
Published on June 23, 2020
MSU Extension director Jeff Dwyer's June 23, 2020, testimony for the Michigan House Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education and Community Colleges. -
Michigan State University researcher awarded $9.8M to study low-moisture food safety
Published on June 22, 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. -
First cucumber downy mildew outbreak of 2020 confirmed in Berrien County
Published on June 22, 2020
Growers are urged to apply fungicides immediately. -
MSU scientists eying environmental conservation through precision agriculture
Published on June 19, 2020
Representatives from Michigan State University and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources are interested in how precision agriculture technologies can benefit environmental conservation. -
Weekly Beet - June 19, 2020
Published on June 19, 2020
Department announcements and happenings for the week ending June 19, 2020 -
Employee housing rules modified temporarily amidst COVID-19
Published on June 19, 2020
New rules intend to protect Michigan’s ag production and food supply from disruptions due to labor shortages caused by employees contracting COVID-19. -
Calculation for specialty crop Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) payment
Published on June 19, 2020
Learn how to calculate CFAP payments for specialty crops grown at your farm. -
What’s eating my viburnums and how can I stop it?
Published on June 19, 2020
The invasive viburnum leaf beetle and larvae have been noticed devouring shrubs in Michigan. -
Stuckmans receive national Ruby C. McSwain Outstanding Philanthropist Award
Published on June 19, 2020
Noel and Sandra Stuckman were honored with the Ruby C. McSwain Outstanding Philanthropist Award from the National Agricultural Alumni & Development Association (NAADA). -
Michigan insects in the garden – Week 2: Green bees
Published on June 18, 2020
Bright green bees are flying under the radar in your garden. -
Aphid management in vegetable crops
Published on June 18, 2020
Aphids are a common pest in many vegetable crops. Learn about their management. -
MSU Entomology honors its 2020 outstanding staff and students
Published on June 18, 2020
Learn about these recipients of the Department’s endowed fellowships, outstanding accomplishment awards, travel awards and more. -
Aster leafhoppers in carrots and celery: To spray or not to spray?
Published on June 18, 2020
Helping growers accurately time sprays for aster leafhoppers in carrots and celery. -
Forestry faculty ensured courses continued despite limitations
Published on June 18, 2020
Professors David Rothstein and Dave MacFarlane took extra measures to ensure students were able to complete the Forestry Field Studies -
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – June 17, 2020
Published on June 17, 2020
Sun, wind and limited rainfall has dried out topsoil. -
Biochar: An emerging soil amendment
Published on June 17, 2020
Proper use of biochar can improve soil fertility and health. -
Pathology as a career option
Published on June 17, 2020
Explore pathology as a career in the health and medical field.