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Why many growers are quick to adopt genetic modification technology
Published on December 13, 2018
The economic savings associated with genetically modified crops makes them highly desirable to many agricultural producers, especially with today’s low farm prices. They also help produce a higher quality product. -
Do you run a food-related business? Check out the new MarketMaker web tool: Part 1
Published on December 11, 2018
MarketMaker has a new look and has been updated with new search features to link food markets across the U.S. -
e-GRO: Providing free online education for greenhouse growers
Published on December 11, 2018
Sign up for e-GRO Alerts to get the latest news and free educational training materials from the leading national greenhouse production specialists. -
Creating an online Profile easy as 1, 2, 3, 4 on the New MarketMaker: Part 2
Published on December 11, 2018
Food-related business operators can easily set up online profiles on the new and improved MarketMaker in just a few steps. -
Worker training recordkeeping under FSMA Produce Safety Rule
Published on December 7, 2018
Very few records are required under the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule. However, work training records are important. Here are several resources to better understand worker training. -
MSU Extension to help address your PFAS questions and concerns
Published on December 6, 2018
“Submit a Question” button to aid residents in finding pertinent information about PFAS. -
Workshops on soil health management when budgets are tight offered throughout Upper Peninsula
Published on December 5, 2018
Attendees will receive soil health and cost reduction tips for the 2019 growing season. -
New grapevine virus testing services at MSU starting in summer 2019
Published on December 3, 2018
Based on a grapevine virus survey, MSU Diagnostic Services is developing new laboratory tests to diagnose problems in Michigan’s vineyards. Watch for details as we develop this service. -
Feeding the world in 2050 and beyond – Part 1: Productivity challenges
Published on December 3, 2018
Increasing productivity is a more sustainable approach to feeding the global population in 2050. -
Effect of lure type and trap placement in monitoring oriental fruit moth populations in Michigan peach orchards
Published on November 30, 2018
Funds from the Michigan Tree Fruit Commission provide new insight on trapping strategies for a familiar pest of Michigan’s peach and apple industry.