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Scientific Animations Without Borders launches a Feed the Future-supported global education program addressing COVID-19 secondary impacts
Published on May 28, 2020
$1.6 million awarded to three MSU researchers to develop USAID COVID-19 global education and outreach materials. -
Blueberry growers need to focus on Anthracnose fruit rot as bloom ends
Published on May 28, 2020
During bloom, it makes sense to focus on managing fruit rot diseases, and new information and tools are available to help. -
Southwest Michigan field crop update – May 28, 2020
Published on May 28, 2020
Warm air from the south pushes tropical rainfall and armyworm moths into Michigan. -
Michigan’s Livestock Industry Supports Future Leaders
Published on May 28, 2020
139 honorary scholarships awarded since 2010 -
Liu joins new sustainable agricultural intensification commission
Published on May 28, 2020
Jack Liu joins international commission to guide investments in agricultural innovation. -
Effectively controlling plum curculio in stone and pome fruits
Published on May 28, 2020
With the recent warm weather and wet conditions, plum curculio will be on the move into orchards. Be prepared to control this pest at this time. -
Managing hop powdery mildew in Michigan in 2020
Published on May 28, 2020
Fungicides applied for powdery mildew can help growers avoid a number of damaging cone diseases. -
Fungicide options to combat Fusarium head blight
Published on May 28, 2020
A new fungicide on the market claims to widen the window for treatment of Fusarium head blight. -
Central Michigan field crop update – May 28, 2020
Published on May 28, 2020
Time to walk some fields. -
New online series in livestock education
Published on May 28, 2020
A new seven-part series focuses on livestock daily care, nutrition and showmanship. -
Getting “In the Weeds” on cover crops
Published on May 28, 2020
Michigan Field Crops “In the Weeds” podcast fourth series highlights farmer’s stories about cover crop usage. -
What’s all the excitement about cicadas?
Published on May 28, 2020
After spending many years underground, these insects have a coordinated emergence and a loud song that can’t be ignored. -
MSU researchers to develop management tool for Chesapeake Bay watershed
Published on May 28, 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. -
Yellow and orange hawkweed flowering in turf
Published on May 28, 2020
Often confused for dandelions, hawkweed is now flowering in lawns. -
Weed control considerations before planting dry edible beans
Published on May 28, 2020
There are several key points to consider before planting dry beans when controlling weeds. -
New 2,4-D formulation offers greater safety for berries, tree fruit and nut tree crops
Published on May 28, 2020
A 2,4-D choline formulation is now available for controlling or suppressing broadleaves weeds in pome and stone fruits, tree nuts and and various berry crops. -
Lawns are growing quickly and seedheads are appearing
Published on May 28, 2020
Warm temperatures and abundant precipitation have resulted in rapid turf growth and seedheads are now appearing in lawns. -
Michigan 4-H volunteer spotlight: Bay County’s Rachel Sprunger
Published on May 28, 2020
Michigan 4-H volunteers are finding creative ways to continue connecting with Michigan 4-H’ers during social distancing. Read about one these Michigan 4-H volunteers and what she is doing. -
MSU Extension launches online nutrition program
Published on May 28, 2020
My Way to Wellness is a FREE online nutrition program available to individuals living in Michigan who are eligible for supplemental food assistance. -
Pandemic Food Safety: Trying Times
Published on May 27, 2020
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the federal government has been rolling back food safety regulations, diminishing processing safety requirements, and canceling or decreasing food and processing plant inspections.