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Southwest Michigan vegetable update – May 1, 2019
Published on May 1, 2019
Cool temperatures and rain have brought a stop to most field activity. -
Wolves of Isle Royale offer unique opportunity to learn about predator-prey relationships
Published on May 1, 2019
The American wolf population is declining, providing us an opportunity to understand predator-prey relationships. -
Michigan Tree Fruit Industry set to Improve global position
Published on May 1, 2019
Abundant water, rich soils and glacially-formed topography combine with the moderating effects of the Great Lakes to make Michigan a tremendous place to grow tree fruit. -
2019 status of herbicide-resistant weeds in Michigan
Published on May 1, 2019
PPO inhibitor (Group 14) herbicide resistance in Palmer amaranth was confirmed in 2018 as other herbicide resistance issues continue to spread. -
Appendix 1 - Bee impact and recommendations for use for fungicides and bactericides
Published on May 1, 2019
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New youth trustee to provide youth voice to board
Published on May 1, 2019
Livingston County 4-H’er Grace Schmidt was elected to the Michigan 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees in April. -
Microsoft grant expansion helps 4-H youth become digital ambassadors and create change
Published on May 1, 2019
This year, Michigan is one of 15 states receiving National 4-H Council grants from Microsoft to implement the 4-H Digital Ambassadors Project in Michigan. -
Factors that threaten pollinator health
Published on May 1, 2019
Most researchers agree that a combination of factors is causing declines in bee and pollinator populations, including loss of habitat or flowers that provide pollen and nectar, pesticide exposure, parasites and pathogens. -
Considerations for disease management
Published on May 1, 2019
It was previously thought that fungicides and bactericides are harmless to honey bees and other pollinators, and in fact, most fungicides are still considered relatively safe, even while spraying when pollinators are present. -
4-H Renewable Energy Camp: Growing true leaders passionate about STEM
Published on May 1, 2019
Annually, Michigan 4-H youth gather at Michigan State University during summer months to participate in the 4-H Renewable Energy Camp. -
Diving deep into water and energy trade-offs
Published on April 30, 2019
Two papers by Michigan State University (MSU) scientists begin challenging a more simplistic, input/output view of natural resources in favor of a way that better reflected how the world really works. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 30, 2019
Published on April 30, 2019
No damage occurred following the recent freeze and snow. Sweet cherries are blooming. -
MSU collaborates in coalition to inform growers about risks of soybean cyst nematodes
Published on April 30, 2019
MSU nematologists participate in the SCN Coalition encouraging soybean grower awareness, as well as support ongoing nematode education and study in Michigan. -
Seven MSU MANRRS students brought home awards from annual conference in Kansas
Published on April 30, 2019
The MSU Chapter of Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences brought home several awards and accolades at the 34th MANRRS Conference in April 2019. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 30, 2019
Published on April 30, 2019
Cold temperatures have slowed tree fruit development and growers are balancing early season insect and disease control with tree growth. -
Questions in block play can increase your child’s vocabulary
Published on April 30, 2019
Questions to use during block play to help language development in children. -
The rise of the mummy: Mummy berries in Michigan
Published on April 30, 2019
Mummy berry of blueberries has been found throughout Michigan and management strategies should be implemented to protect shoots. -
Questions in block play can support social skill development
Published on April 30, 2019
Questions to use during block play to help children learn and build their social skills. -
Using degree days to predict pest and crop development in blueberries
Published on April 30, 2019
MSU’s Enviroweather system can help you predict crop and pest development. -
East Michigan fruit update – April 30, 2019
Published on April 30, 2019
Colder temperatures over the last week have dramatically slowed fruit growth.