News

Harvest is underway in northwest Michigan vineyards

Published on October 4, 2018
Year-to-year variation in ripening conditions and 2018 fruit maturity.
Fall is harvest time

Published on October 4, 2018
Winter squash and pumpkin are plentiful in the fall.
A day to recognize farmers

Published on October 4, 2018
Oct. 12 is National Farmer's Day, a time to recognize the farmers who continue on in spite of the hardships.
“Predictably Irrational Choices” and Relational Goods

Published on October 4, 2018
Dr. Robison take a look at predictable but irrational decisions and how they interact with relational goods.
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.
Resolve eating unhealthy snacks at work

Published on October 4, 2018
How to make your work snacks healthy and delicious.
Identifying fresh vegetables

Published on October 4, 2018
Fresh vegetables have a specific color, firmness and smell.
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.
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.
Your Sneak Peak of 2018 Good Food Summit Lightning Talks – part 1

Published on October 4, 2018
What do a farming program for socially disadvantaged populations, local food in Michigan’s largest school district, and a new marketing label for Lansing-area urban farmers have in common?