News

Fall strategies to reduce impact of mycotoxins in corn grain

Published on October 4, 2018
Scout corn now for potential ear rot and mycotoxin issues due to recent wet and cool weather conditions.
Timber salvage

Published on October 4, 2018
Windstorms, insect outbreaks, disease epidemics, wildfire, and other disturbance events can create havoc (or opportunity!) in our woodlands. Many forestowners need to know what to do with the damaged trees before it is too late.
Industrial hemp on ballot with marijuana in November

Published on October 4, 2018
Focus on risks of marijuana legalization could distract voters from the hemp provision and stifle opportunity for Michigan farmers.
The role of fat in your everyday diet

Published on October 4, 2018
Fat is not always the enemy, it is an essential component of your everyday health.
Pesticide applicator recertification credits available before the end of the year

Published on October 4, 2018
Growers needing a few more credits in 2018 have until Dec. 31 to complete the online Desire to Learn IPM course.
Amazon rainforest conservation victories spill losses to neighbors

Published on October 4, 2018
New research suggests that protecting the Amazon rainforest from deforestation may just be shifting the damage to a less renowned neighbor. The unintended consequences are profound.
MSU Urban & Regional Planning Practicum student team win the Planning Excellence Award from the Michigan Association of Planning

Published on October 4, 2018
An Urban & Regional Planning Practicum team of students received the Michigan Association of Planning “Planning Excellence Award” for their project Imagine Vine 2025: A neighborhood plan for Vine, Kalamazoo.
Flint Kids Cook -- MSU Community Collaboration

Published on October 3, 2018
FSHN's Dr. Amy Saxe-Custack helped develop Flint Kids Cook for 8-14 year olds at the Flint Farmer's Market. Supported by a grant from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, the hands-on program has continued as an after-school activity.
Michigan State University to host public conversation on GMOs

Published on October 3, 2018
You're invited to join Our Table on October 25, 2018 for a free discussion on the science behind GMOs
East Michigan apple maturity report – Oct. 3, 2018

Published on October 3, 2018
Growers are approaching the midpoint in apple harvest. Some varieties are picking out shorter than expected, due mainly to smaller fruit size that is the result of prolonged drought earlier this summer.