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West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 6, 2025
Published on May 6, 2025
Sweet cherries, plums and some peaches are in full bloom. Apples are at pink with king bloom opening in early varieties. Pollinators are active in the orchards. -
New educational resource for veterinarians looking to build a honey bee medicine business
Published on May 6, 2025
Navigate financial planning to achieve a sustainable honey bee medicine business plan. -
Identifying native and invasive aquatic plants can be easy with a phone app
Published on May 6, 2025
After collecting information, reporting and sharing it will help add to the knowledge of plant life in Michigan’s lakes. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 6, 2025
Published on May 6, 2025
Many fruits are blooming. Pollination season is here. -
Join us for the second annual Food-Grade Grains Field Day
Published on May 6, 2025
This free event, co-hosted by MSU Extension and Michigan Agriculture Advancement, will include presentations from experts throughout the supply chain and a chance to view a variety of grain crops cultivated at KBS. -
Important environmental and ventilation tips for small swine producers: Part 1
Published on May 6, 2025
Tricks and tips for small swine producers managing indoor environmental and ventilation systems. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 6, 2025
Published on May 6, 2025
The cool spring has been replaced by a few warm days that moved plant development along. We are at white bud in sweet cherry varieties. We had a cold night April 30, and growers are assessing if the low temperatures resulted in damage. -
USDA projects record-low hay acreage for Michigan in 2025
Published on May 6, 2025
Michigan harvested hay acreage is estimated to be 740,000 acres for 2025, a decrease of 3% from 2024 and 5% from 2023. -
Models for raising pigs for pork highlighted in newest MSU Extension bulletin
Published on May 6, 2025
New resource available from MSU Extension’s DEMaND Series. -
Important environmental and ventilation tips for small swine producers: Part 2
Published on May 6, 2025
Tricks and tips for small swine producers managing outdoor environmental and ventilation systems. -
Egg safety for commercial and farm fresh eggs
Published on May 5, 2025
Purchasing, handling and storing eggs presents many questions, especially as more people look to raise their own backyard flocks. -
Exploring alternative field crops
Published on May 5, 2025
Alternative crops come with both opportunities and risks. -
Community Sustainability Celebrates 2025 Undergraduate Honors Award Winners
Published on May 5, 2025
The Department of Community Sustainability Honors Award Winners were announced for the 2025 graduates. These awards are given to those students who distinguish themselves in leadership, scholarship, and service during their undergraduate education. -
Chestnut brown rot management in the field
Published on May 2, 2025
Results of ongoing research at Michigan State University indicate several available fungicides can significantly reduce brown rot in chestnut. -
The evolution of Michigan viticulture and pruning systems
Published on May 2, 2025
Expanding the relevance: Guyot pruning in other cool-climate regions. -
Hygiene and colostrum management for dairy calves
Published on May 2, 2025
By implementing the Five Q’s and Serum Total Protein testing into your colostrum management program, you’ll be able to track and continuously evaluate the effectiveness of your program to ultimately provide calves with the best start possible. -
Mark your calendars for the 2025 Breakfast on the Farm event
Published on May 2, 2025
Join us Saturday, August 2 in Lansing for a free Breakfast on the Farm event at the MSU Horse Teaching and Research Center. -
Biophilic urbanism is the new frontier in community health
Published on May 2, 2025
Promoting biophilic urbanism in master planning is one way that planners can work to positively impact the health of a community. -
When is the best time to sell grain?
Published on May 2, 2025
Market trend data may hold the key to maximizing sales. -
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources names 2025's Outstanding Student Leader
Published on May 1, 2025
The MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources has honored Kendyll Borchert, who is earning a degree in Construction Management, with the 2025 CANR Outstanding Student Leadership Award