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Josh Niuewsma enjoys the variety of his projects at Kloosterman Landscaping
Published on June 3, 2020
Josh Niuewsma graduated from Michigan State in Spring of 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Horticulture, concentrated on Landscape Design, Construction, and Management and also with an IAT certificate in Lawn and Landscape Management. -
MSU Researchers to Develop Management Tool for Chesapeake Bay Watershed
Published on June 3, 2020
With a $1 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency, two MSU researchers will develop a multi-objective optimization tool to help agencies make management decisions for the Chesapeake Bay watershed. -
Fish and a changing climate: Researchers compile database to support management of freshwater fisheries under climate change
Published on June 3, 2020
Understanding how fish are affected by climate changes is a critical component of informing freshwater fisheries management. -
West central Michigan vegetable update – June 3, 2020
Published on June 3, 2020
Insect pest activity is starting to increase in some crops. -
East Michigan vegetable update – June 3, 2020
Published on June 3, 2020
Should be a busy week of planting with good moisture and growing conditions. -
Student Spotlight
Published on June 3, 2020
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MSU Extension children and youth listening sessions background and summary
Published on June 3, 2020
Michigan State University Extension held 21 listening sessions about the needs of children and families during social distancing. Here is the data. -
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – June 3, 2020
Published on June 3, 2020
Cooperative weather has allowed growers to stay on schedule. -
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – June 3, 2020
Published on June 3, 2020
A week of warm weather helps plants grow but may cause unseasonably early disease development. -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 3, 2020
Published on June 3, 2020
The warm, wet weather means disease management is critical now. Prebloom webinar this Thursday, June 4. -
Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) for dairy farmers
Published on June 3, 2020
The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) that applies to dairy farms provides much needed help for an industry that has been dramatically affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Update to small business administration (SBA) COVID-19 related loans
Published on June 2, 2020
Congress has passed, and the President signed on April 24, 2020, the Paycheck Protection and Health Care Enhancement Act. The law added $310 billion to the Paycheck Protection Program and $10 billion to the Emergency Injury Disaster Loan program. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 2, 2020
Published on June 2, 2020
Warm weather brought fast development of trees and insects. -
Register for the 2020 Grape Prebloom Webinar on June 4
Published on June 2, 2020
Get ready for grape bloom with information on grape canopy, pest and disease management. -
Guidance for 4-H community service in the aftermath of a natural disaster
Published on June 2, 2020
Considerations and tips for helping 4-H members organize a service project in response to a natural disaster. -
Twig and blossom blights in Michigan blueberries
Published on June 2, 2020
Freezes and disease cause similar symptoms on blueberry plants. Here is what to look for in your field. -
MSU receives $1 million EPA grant supporting water quality in Michigan
Published on June 2, 2020
The MSU Institute of Water Research will lead project to improve water quality in the Saginaw River watershed through farmer-led outreach and education. -
New, free poison ivy bulletin available for ID, control and more
Published on June 2, 2020
MSU Extension has released a new bulletin on identifying poison ivy, look-alike species, the irritant substance and options for control. -
East Michigan fruit update – June 2, 2020
Published on June 2, 2020
Warmer temperatures have pushed a good amount of growth in all fruit crops. Apple growers are thinning aggressively. Strawberry growers need to keep a close eye on soil moisture levels. -
Epidemiology as a career option
Published on June 2, 2020
Explore epidemiology as a career in the field of public health.