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Stopping the worm: MSU researchers take new approach to trapping costly apple pest
Published on June 12, 2011
MSU AgBioResearch entomologist and Extension specialist Larry Gut research to improve management techniques for codling moth (the infamous "worm in the apple") for Michigan's fruit growers. -
Two AgBioResearch scientists honored as MSU university distinguished professors
Published on June 9, 2011
Two AgBioResearch scientists, Richard Merritt and James Pestka, have been named university distinguished professors in recognition of their achievements in the classroom, laboratory and community. -
Ethanol industry recognizes MSU AgBioResearch scientist
Published on June 6, 2011
MSU AgBioResearch scientist Bruce Dale was honored in June at the International Fuel Ethanol Workshop and Expo in Indianapolis, Ind., for his contributions to the industry. -
Managing forests requires a birds-eye view
Published on June 2, 2011
Managers of northern Michigan forests may not see the birds for the trees — or at least are in danger of losing sight of songbird neighborhoods when looking out for timber harvests. -
Research maps out trade-offs between deer and timber
Published on May 27, 2011
In many places, the sugar maple saplings that should be thriving following harvesting are instead ending up as a deer buffet, discovers AgBioResearch forest ecologist, Michael Walters, and researchers. -
Major changes necessary to sustain the future of U.S. farming, says AgBioResearch scientist
Published on May 23, 2011
To provide abundant and affordable food, feed, fiber and fuel, U.S. agriculture needs to change its approach, according to research appearing in the May 6 issue of Science magazine. -
Food vs. Fuel: AgBioResearch Scientists Say Growing Grain for Food is More Energy-efficient
Published on May 1, 2011
Productive farmland to grow crops for food instead of fuel is more energy-efficient, MSU scientists concluded after analyzing 17 years? worth of data -
MSU scientists receive $2.9 million to boost biofuel research
Published on April 30, 2011
MSU scientists will use three 5-year grants totaling $2.9 million to focus on various aspects of producing biofuels, which are made from renewable plant materials instead of petroleum. -
AgBioResearch scientist leads MSU team honored for work to save fish habitat
Published on April 27, 2011
A collaborative team of researchers from MSU and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration was honored for their work to protect, enhance and restore fish habitat.