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Southwest Michigan vegetable update – July 3, 2019
Published on July 3, 2019
Higher temperatures result in increased plant growth. -
We have a new #ShadeLab member!
Published on July 3, 2019
We have a new #ShadeLab member! -
A better way to store silage
Published on July 2, 2019
Protect feed quality and reduce environmental risk. -
MSU entomologists receive $2.5 million from National Science Foundation to study infectious disease
Published on July 2, 2019
A team of scientists, including two from Michigan State University, has been awarded a four-year, $2.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation. -
Wet year irrigation decisions
Published on July 2, 2019
At some point, precipitation falls short of crop needs and the crop starts to deplete the soil moisture reserve, signaling the start of irrigation season. -
Doing the right thing
Published on July 2, 2019
Managing a forest is an exercise in both personal gain and providing benefits for many others, including a raft of wildlife species. Our forests require tending in order provide most of the goods and services that we expect. -
MSU Extension invested in Lake County residents through education and partnerships
Published on July 2, 2019
In 2018, almost 600 Lake County residents participated in MSU Extension programs in 2018 and countless others accessed online resources. -
MSU Extension makes a difference in Lake County in 2018 by the numbers
Published on July 2, 2019
District director James Kelly reflects on the MSU Extension educational programs during 2018 that help Lake County residents improve their lives. -
MSU Extension invested in Lake County youth through 4-H
Published on July 2, 2019
In 2018, 205 youth participated in MSU Extension's youth development 4-H programs. -
Irrigation provides option for nitrogen application following late wet spring
Published on July 2, 2019
Irrigators have options for managing nitrogen application in wet conditions and late-planted crops. -
As calendar pages turn to July, Michigan State University Extension encourages readers to keep the June Dairy Month celebration going!
Published on July 2, 2019
Dairy farmers work 365 days a year to provide wholesome and nutritious dairy products so consumers can enjoy them all year long! -
4-H cloverbuds and service project involving veterans
Published on July 2, 2019
Service involves looking outside yourself and helping your community and its members. 4-H cloverbuds can participate in service, as doing a service learning project doesn’t have to be difficult. -
Navigating a Challenging Farm Economy
Published on July 2, 2019
A meeting on August 2nd, 2019 in Kalamazoo County will focus on helping farmers identify tools that can help them weather through the economic and production impacts faced this season. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – July 2, 2019
Published on July 2, 2019
Sweet cherry harvest is underway. Harvest in berry crops will begin after the Fourth of July. -
Take time to explore nature with your children this summer
Published on July 2, 2019
Understand the importance of time outdoors for children by trying one—or all—of these outdoor experiences. -
Dietary Supplements – Exploring regulations
Published on July 1, 2019
We find that folks take supplements to aid their health. But what do consumers need to know about the regulatory landscape ensuring the safety and efficacy of supplement ingredients? -
Written in the stars: MSU Extension instructor awarded for her dedication, passion
Published on July 1, 2019
MSU Extension community nutrition instructor LaShanda “Shane” Jackson wins the Golden Apple Award for her exceptional work teaching Flint-area children and adults to take control of their health and nutrition choices. -
MSU Constructs First Mass Timber Building in Michigan
Published on July 1, 2019
New mass timber technology is the first of its kind in Michigan -
Hurricane Hugo
Published on July 1, 2019
Alumni Robert John Gould tells the devastating story of Hurricane Hugo in 1989. -
Foliar fertilizer applications to soybeans are rarely profitable
Published on July 1, 2019
Results from the on-farm soybean foliar fertilizer trials conducted in Michigan over the past 10 years. Unless visible manganese deficiency symptoms are present, applying foliar fertilizers to soybeans is not recommended.