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Real-time Science – Biodegradable Plastics and Polymers
Published on February 12, 2024
Plastic and polymer science continues to advance as researchers develop polymer materials that can degrade with limited human intervention. In this post, we look at biodegradable plastics and polymers. -
Learn to grow your own vegetables with the Smart Gardening with Vegetables 101 online course
Published on February 12, 2024
MSU Extension offers a self-paced Smart Gardening with Vegetables 101 online course. -
AFRE Graduate Student Clare McGrady is Named a 2024 Farm Foundation Agricultural Scholar
Published on February 12, 2024
Clare McGrady is a master's degree student in the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics (AFRE). -
Box tree moth and spotted lanternfly have been found in Michigan—now what?
Published on February 12, 2024
Increasing regulation around economically important species such as boxwood spells trouble for nursery growers in west Michigan. -
Registration for annual March chestnut meeting is open
Published on February 12, 2024
All chestnut growers are welcomed to join MSU Extension and the Midwest Chestnut Producers Council for this annual educational and networking meeting, March 8-9. -
Give your Valentine the gift of cheese making
Published on February 12, 2024
A gift of the experience of learning to be a cheesemaker is a gift that will enrich lives for years to come. -
Project Final Report: Optimized Shrub System: Improving Cowpea Yields and Strengthening Smallholder Resilience
Published on February 11, 2024
From the January 2024 Newsletter -
Daniel Ling joins MSU research equipment maintenance team in support of PSSB
Published on February 10, 2024
New MSU staff member Dan Ling can be found buzzing around the building making sure things work -
New program for PSM - undergraduate minor in environmental soil science
Published on February 10, 2024
Dr Barret Wessel forms new program available to all students -
2023-24 Learning Exchange Series: Recent efforts to quantify potential leakage in forest carbon offset markets
Published on February 9, 2024
In this webinar, Greg Latta, Brent Sohngen, and Adam Daigneault present "Recent efforts to quantify potential leakage in forest carbon offset markets". -
Controlling erosion with cover crops
Published on February 9, 2024
Stop losing your most valuable asset. Plant cover crops. -
New MSU Extension field crops educator in southwest Michigan
Published on February 9, 2024
Nicolle Ritchie has a strong background in integrated pest management and is passionate about managing pest resistance and improving soil health. -
Spring 2024 in-person beekeeping conferences in Michigan
Published on February 9, 2024
Michigan beekeeping associations host several in-person conferences for beekeepers. -
Turf update: Do I need to reapply snow mold fungicides?
Published on February 8, 2024
The mild winter weather has resulted in the possibility of new snow mold outbreaks and the need for golf course superintendents to reapply fungicides. -
Michigan Potato Industry Commission honors PSM's Joe Coombs
Published on February 8, 2024
Joe recognized for his long-term commitment to potato breeding, working with the MPIC, and to MSU. -
Chlorpyrifos update for vegetable crops in 2024
Published on February 8, 2024
Chlorpyrifos can be used on all labeled vegetable crops in 2024. -
How to identify and manage nostoc in nurseries and greenhouses – Part 2
Published on February 7, 2024
Identifying nostoc early in container production can help growers develop an effective weed control plan. Part 2 discusses the management strategies of nostoc. -
2024 GARD Innovation Forum: Supporting Sustainable Health for Early Diagnosis
Published on February 7, 2024
Researchers from around the globe will gather on March 14-16, 2024, at the Global Alliance for Rapid Diagnostics (GARD): Bridging Technologies and Market Needs. -
KBS LTAR 2023 Highlights - Read Our Newsletter
Published on February 7, 2024
Read for an overview of the agronomic, research, and engagement highlights from 2023. Email kbs.ltar@msu.edu to be included on our list-serv and get more frequent project or event updates. -
Baker Woodlot inducted into Old-Growth Forest Network
Published on February 6, 2024
Baker Woodlot was recently induction into the Old Growth Forest Network.