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MSU AgBioResearch, MSU Extension to host field days around the state this summer
Published on May 28, 2024
Growers and producers will have the chance to participate in field days across Michigan. -
Michigan child nutrition programs farm to school efforts recognized by Vilsack and Stabenow in recent events
Published on May 28, 2024
Michigan farm to school programs were highlighted at recent events with USDA Secretary Vilsack, Senator Stabenow, and other policymakers. -
Refine your cover crop management
Published on May 28, 2024
SARE resources to help you get started or enhance your cover crop management in favor of profit and pollinators. -
MSU Online Programs at the Association for Food and Drug Officials Annual Meeting
Published on May 24, 2024
Stop by our booth to say hello and pick up some MSU swag! -
Creating captivating containers
Published on May 24, 2024
Michigan’s trial gardens provide inspiration for designing your combination containers. -
West central Michigan small fruit update – May 22, 2024
Published on May 24, 2024
Blueberries and strawberries are in the green fruit stage. Fruitworms and flower thrips are major pest problems. -
HPAI dairy herd infection case report
Published on May 24, 2024
What happens in a dairy herd with HPAI? What should I expect if my herd became infected? This case report describes what one farmer has faced since herd infection began. -
No need to worry about contracting bird flu from pasteurized dairy products
Published on May 24, 2024
Pasteurization protects dairy consumers from the H5N1 influenza virus. -
The first cutting of hay should be your first priority for dairy forages
Published on May 24, 2024
Dairy farms should prioritize the first cutting of alfalfa over other ongoing field tasks to ensure a high quality haylage . -
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): What are they and how can they be prevented?
Published on May 23, 2024
Learn more about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), how they can affect children and how we can prevent them. -
Rural Farming and Vaccinations
Published on May 23, 2024
Beef farmer Randy Rice of Rice Centennial Farms shares his vaccination story. -
Exploring Organic Webinar Series resources and recordings available
Published on May 23, 2024
Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification. -
MDARD Farm Innovation Grant Funds Three BAE Projects
Published on May 23, 2024
The three projects are being supported by roughly 750 thousand dollars -
Wheat stripe rust outbreak and Fusarium head scab risk prediction
Published on May 23, 2024
Wheat stripe rust has developed quickly across Michigan. Stripe rust can result in significant yield loss. It’s important to scout to determine if a fungicide is warranted. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – May 22, 2024
Published on May 23, 2024
Insect pests are emerging amidst ongoing planting. -
Sign up for aster leafhopper infectivity text messages
Published on May 23, 2024
Follow this year’s aster leafhopper infectivity via text messages from the MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics lab. -
Six Michigan 4-H volunteers honored for 50 years of service in 2024 by MSU Extension
Published on May 23, 2024
For the fourth consecutive year, MSU Extension is celebrating outstanding volunteers who have pledged their hearts, hands and service to Michigan 4-H for half a century. -
Test article on Upgrade Server
Published on May 22, 2024
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New scholarship fund honors Washtenaw County 4-H volunteer
Published on May 22, 2024
The Carl Lesser 4-H Ag Scholarship Fund will provide post-secondary scholarships to Michigan 4-H members pursuing agricultural-related degrees. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 21, 2024
Published on May 21, 2024
Warm weather is increasing insect activity in area fruit plantings.