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Generation Yum: Learn how Millennials and Gen Z are impacting the food system

Published on January 15, 2019
Come see a presentation on Feb. 20, 2019 at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market
Feeding 9 billion by 2050

Published on January 15, 2019
MSU researchers shared and listened to perspectives on what changes can be made to meet food demand as global population grows.
CSUS graduate student awarded 2019 Excellence in Diversity Award

Published on January 14, 2019
Congratulations to Obafemi Elegbede for receiving an Excellence in Diversity Award!
Vincenzina Caputo Earns USDA NIFA Grant to Research Consumer Acceptance of Gene-Edited Food

Published on January 14, 2019
AFRE faculty member Vincenzina Caputo recently earned a prestigious USDA NIFA grant to look into consumer perceptions of gene-edited foods and products.
Plant enthusiasts can attend 2019 Plants of Distinction and beat the winter doldrums

Published on January 14, 2019
Beat the winter boredoms and get energized for spring! Join nationally renowned horticulturists and fellow plant enthusiasts for the daylong Plants of Distinction seminar on Feb. 13 in Novi.
Becoming consumer savvy in the global marketplace

Published on January 14, 2019
As a consumer in a global marketplace, learn about your product and whether you can realistically live on your own.
Can post-bloom ReTain applications increase yield in Bartlett pear orchards?

Published on January 11, 2019
Research funds from Gerber/Nestle provide new information on post-bloom ReTain applications to established Bartlett pears in Michigan.
Panel of construction industry leaders to speak at Feb. 13 SPDC Industry Seminar Series

Published on January 11, 2019
The SPDC is hosting the 13th Industry Seminar Series Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019, at the MSU Innovation Center in East Lansing. This event will feature a panel of speakers who will address the topic of residential development and construction.
Cured and vacuum packaged meat eligible for 30 day shelf life

Published on January 11, 2019
Food code reference allows for shelf life of cured, vacuum packaged cooked meat up to 30 days.
New resources in Michigan provide seeds for pollinator habitat

Published on January 11, 2019
Project Wingspan and Bee and Butterfly Habitat Fund expand their programs to Michigan and will provide seeds to help increase pollinator habitat.