College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Department of Entomology

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  Michigan Moths: Highlights from the A.J. Cook Collection

  Published on July 20, 2026
  MSU Entomology highlights a few fascinating moths from Michigan’s A.J. Cook Collection in celebration of National Moth Week.

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  While MSU greenhouse updates spark innovative research, needs remain

  Published on July 14, 2026
  After the most recent phase of the project, 60% of the MSU Plant Science Research Greenhouse Complex has been renovated. Funding is needed to address the remaining 40% and provide all greenhouse users access to the latest tools and environmental controls.

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  Launching a biological control program against lily leaf beetle in Michigan

  Published on July 14, 2026
  More than 4,400 beneficial parasitoid wasps were released in Michigan's first biological control program against the invasive lily leaf beetle, laying the foundation for long-term, sustainable pest management.

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  Community explores nocturnal insects at MSU blacklighting event

  Published on July 8, 2026
  More than 80 people attended an MSU blacklighting event to discover and observe nocturnal insects up close.

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  Inside John Fricke’s Work in MSU’s Arthropod Collection

  Published on June 29, 2026
  Adjunct curator John Fricke reflects on more than 15 years at MSU’s A.J. Cook Arthropod Research Collection

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  Heartland Apicultural Society Conference Returns to Michigan with Hands-On Learning at MSU

  Published on June 24, 2026
  MSU Entomology supported pollinator health by providing hands-on instruction and expertise at the Heartland Apicultural Society conference for 124 participants.

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  Michigan adopts the new National Pesticide Applicator Certification Core Manual

  Published on June 17, 2026
  Michigan pesticide applicators will transition to updated training materials and certification exams designed to reflect current federal pesticide safety, stewardship and regulatory competency standards

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  New Episode of Bug Talk Podcast Features Dr. Jen Roedel & Karma Thomas

  Published on June 10, 2026
  In this episode of Bug Talk, Dr. Jen Roedel and Karma Thomas discuss the Bee Urban Growers (BUG) Project and its efforts to support pollinators and improve pollination services for cucurbit crops in urban farming systems.

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  MSU AgBioResearch Director George Smith stepping down in August to become dean at University of Arizona

  Published on June 1, 2026
  Smith has been the AgBioResearch director since 2021.

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  Spring 2026 Featured Undergraduate: Dan Stanley

  Published on May 28, 2026
  Meet Dan Stanley, an undergraduate student studying entomology at MSU.

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  Spring 2026 Featured Graduate Student: Martín Brubaker Salcedo

  Published on May 28, 2026
  Meet Martín Brubaker Salcedo, a master's student studying entomology at MSU.

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  Undergrad to Post-Doc: Meet Anne Johnson

  Published on May 27, 2026
  Anne Johnson is an MSU Entomology alum whose path brought her back to MSU Entomology as a postdoctoral researcher studying biological control and emerald ash borer parasitoids.

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  MSU AgBioResearch, MSU Extension announce 2026 field days across Michigan

  Published on May 20, 2026
  Statewide events will showcase MSU research and connect producers, landowners and industry professionals throughout the year.

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  Six Legged Saturday to host local author at Bug House

  Published on May 12, 2026
  Six Legged Saturday will bring hands-on insect activities and a special guest story time with local author Amy L. Dua to the Bug House on May 16, coinciding with the East Lansing Art Festival for a full day of family-friendly fun around town.

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  Etymology in Entomology

  Published on May 11, 2026
  What's in a name? Scientific names bring clarity, consistency – and even a little fun – to the way scientists study and talk about the natural world.