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Preparing your barn for winter - Pest management series part four

Published on October 1, 2018
This 4-part series will address different areas of pest management and assist farmers with building and maintaining a pest management plan that is feasible for their options.
Developing citizen science programs through Michigan Sea Grant

Published on October 1, 2018
Recreational and commercial fisheries are a vital part of Michigan’s heritage, with fisheries valued up to $7 billion annually. Michigan Sea Grant developed several citizen science programs for anglers.
Fighting obesity and improving nutrition in Michigan communities

Published on October 1, 2018
Michigan State University Extension provides programs that focus on helping people gain the knowledge the need to buy and prepare nutritious, budget-friendly foods.
Deadly behavior-modifying weapon identified in insect-world chemical arms race

Published on September 30, 2018
Leafcutter ants belonging to the genera Atta and Acromyrmex are well-known for their specialized gardening skills.
Mindfulness and our aging brain

Published on September 30, 2018
Developing a mindfulness practice may help you improve overall health as you age.
MSU Fisheries and Wildlife Club conducts Perch Lake assessment

Published on September 28, 2018
The MSU Fisheries and Wildlife Club traveled to Gaylord, MI to perform an assessment of Perch Lake. While there, they spent time working with Perch Lake residents to learn more about lake ecosystems and sampling techniques.
Configuring Mac Mail and/or Calendar

Published on September 28, 2018
Instructions for using the automatic configuration for Mac Mail/Calendar with your MSU Office 365 account.
Configuring Outlook for Mac

Published on September 28, 2018
Instructions for using the automatic configuration for Outlook for Mac with your MSU Office 365 account.
URP’s Rex LaMore receives Simmons Chivukula Award for Academic Leadership

Published on September 28, 2018
Rex LaMore, director of the MSU Center for Community and Economic Development, and Urban & Regional Planning Program faculty member, was recently honored with the inaugural Simmons Chivukula Award for Academic Leadership.
Cultural management strategies to reduce orchard suitability for spotted wing Drosophila

Published on September 28, 2018
Summary of 2018 research investigating cultural management strategies to reduce SWD in tart cherry orchards. This work was made possible thanks to funds from the Michigan Cherry Committee.