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Using sprinklers to protect blueberries from spring freezes
Published on March 12, 2024
Irrigation sprinklers can be used to protect plants from freezing when the expected lows are just below freezing. But, it's all about temperature. Irrigation will result in severe damage when the low is just below freezing. -
Michigan 4-H State Award Spotlight: Justin Yarger
Published on March 12, 2024
Justin Yarger has been recognized as an outstanding 4-H member in the Michigan 4-H State Awards Program. -
Dream Play Build
Published on March 11, 2024
James Rojas and John Kamp share their Dream Play Build model. -
When will the mayflies arrive?
Published on March 11, 2024
Temperature, wind and other environmental factors control the timing and number of mayflies that reach the shores of Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair. -
MSU Pre-College Program Scholarships awarded to 4-H aspiring Spartans
Published on March 11, 2024
Fifty-two percent of the 2023 Pre-College Program Scholarships offered by MSU Admissions were awarded to top-notch 4-H youth who want to become Spartans. -
Michigan grape growers should prepare for potential late winter freeze and early spring frost risks
Published on March 11, 2024
Michigan's warming winters bring earlier budbreak in grapevines. This can be beneficial for growth but increases the risk of spring frost damage. Ensure vineyard success in this changing climate by understanding dormancy and implementing frost protection. -
In the news – Heavy Metals in Spices
Published on March 11, 2024
Cinnamon and other spices are making headlines due to heavy metal contamination. In this post, we discuss heavy metals found in spices and how you can avoid them. -
PSM Graduate Students help highschoolers learn about MSUE research
Published on March 10, 2024
At a recent event, Paige Baisley and Brandon Scott lab had the opportunity to connect visiting FFA students to PSM research -
Genetic Improvement of Dry Beans for Bruchid Resistance for Southern Africa
Published on March 8, 2024
From the February 2024 Newsletter -
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants
Published on March 8, 2024
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you. -
Breastfeeding and returning to work: Part 2
Published on March 8, 2024
The 2022 PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act provides more working parents with breastfeeding workplace protection, such as reasonable breaktimes and private spaces. -
MSU survey of Michigan residents aims to understand people’s knowledge and attitudes toward pollinators
Published on March 8, 2024
Please take 10 minutes to give us your thoughts towards pollinators. -
Esta encuesta de MSU realizada a residentes de Michigan tiene como objetivo comprender el conocimiento y las actitudes de las personas hacia los polinizadores
Published on March 8, 2024
Por favor tómate 10 minutos para darnos tu opinión. -
Breastfeeding and returning to work: Part 1
Published on March 8, 2024
Tips for breastfeeding as you return to work. -
MSU Extension launches global agricultural education partnership with India-based organization to better serve Africa and Asia
Published on March 8, 2024
This partnership will launch the Centre for Agricultural Development in the African and Asian Regions, serving as a platform for capacity-building in developing countries. -
MSU Extension and partners launch Move Your Way® campaign to encourage physical activity
Published on March 8, 2024
In support of the initiative, Michigan State University Extension is promoting its free educational health resources. -
Lead Contaminated Applesauce Recall & the U.S. Food Safety System
Published on March 7, 2024
Neal Fortin commented in the New York Times and on KNX News on last year's lead poisonings from contaminated applesauce, and on the food safety system in general. Learn more and check out IFLR's course on the FSMA Foreign Supplier Verification Program. -
What do Americans think of using precision livestock farming technology on U.S. swine farms?
Published on March 7, 2024
Perception of United States public on precision livestock farming. -
Options for sourcing 1-MCP
Published on March 7, 2024
Competition in the marketplace for 1-MCP is growing as new sources of this potent apple ripening inhibitor proliferate. -
Regional Stakeholder Convening for South Africa
Published on March 6, 2024
From the February 2024 Newsletter