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New MSU research introduces novel method to improve prediction of US cropland nitrous oxide emissions

Published on March 5, 2026
MSU Hannah Distinguished Professor Bruno Basso and former graduate student Prateek Sharma led the project, alongside University Distinguished Professor G. Philip Robertson.
Spring field management: Can better soil management get you in the fields earlier?

Published on March 4, 2026
The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series kicks off the season on March 26 with guest speaker Anna Cates, associate Extension professor with University of Minnesota.
Register for the 2026 MSU Spring Spray Drone Fly-In

Published on March 3, 2026
Refine your spray drone skills at Michigan’s premier hands-on workshop on April 8.
SARE professional development and graduate student grants now open

Published on March 3, 2026
Professional development grants up to $120,000 for train-the-trainer projects and $20,000 graduate student grants both fund sustainable and regenerative agriculture in Michigan and the North Central U.S.
MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program releases educational videos to support pesticide training

Published on March 2, 2026
The Michigan State University Extension Pesticide Safety Education Program has a new series of educational videos to support pesticide safety training efforts across Michigan.
Registration is open for the 2026 Market Garden & Small Vegetable Farm Day

Published on February 25, 2026
Participants will learn about topics for market garden and small vegetable farm production from MSU Extension specialists and educators.
2026 MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series to begin on March 26

Published on February 25, 2026
The 2026 MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast series will kick off the growing season series on March 26. The series runs every Thursday from 7–8 a.m. through September 17.
Living mulch between rows: A smart strategy for home gardens

Published on February 20, 2026
Living mulch is a type of ground cover planted between rows of vegetables to suppress weeds, conserve moisture and improve soil health.
MSU AgBioResearch launches Growing Healthy Together Initiative

Published on February 17, 2026
The Growing Healthy Together Initiative is a new grants program that will fund up to three projects, each for two years, in 2026.
The Great Lakes Forage and Grazing Conference returns for 2026

Published on February 16, 2026
Designed for farmers, students and agribusiness leaders, this year’s conference delivers hands-on knowledge, Michigan-based expertise and practical tools to strengthen forage operations.