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New fungus found on pistachio trees in Italy

Published on September 19, 2018
In 2010 Pistachio growers in Italy were seeing canker formation, gummosis, decline and possible death of their trees.
SBA Builds Community of Sustainability-Focused Spartans

Published on September 19, 2018
The Sustainable Business Association (SBA), a student organization in MSUAFRE, is bringing sustainability-minded Spartans together for career prep, campus cleanups, and community building.
A native Michigan shoreline: We did it, so can you! Part 2

Published on September 19, 2018
A lakefront property owner describes next steps in restoring his typical lakeshore into a native lakescape that protects the lake and provides a home for birds and butterflies.
The dangers of manure gas and strategies for mitigation

Published on September 18, 2018
Many farms are emptying out manure storages this fall and the potential for manure gas intoxication is ever present.
Be a midterm voter!

Published on September 18, 2018
Here are some ways to be ready to vote in midterm and local elections.
Molybdenum deficiency in poinsettia

Published on September 18, 2018
Molybdenum (Mo) deficient poinsettias exhibit halo-like marginal leaf chlorosis (yellowing) on recently matured leaves, leaf distortion or rolling and leaf edge burn.
Fungi are important for regulating the climate

Published on September 18, 2018
Above-ground fruiting bodies are plentiful this time of year, but the below-ground fungi are probably even more important.
4-H around the world: Liberia – Part 2

Published on September 18, 2018
The series exploring 4-H around the world continues as we explore Part 2 of 4-H Liberia.
Magnesium deficiency in poinsettia

Published on September 18, 2018
Poinsettias exhibiting interveinal chlorosis (yellowing) in older leaves is an indicator of magnesium (Mg) deficiency.
About the MSU Food Literacy and Engagement Poll

Published on September 17, 2018
The Michigan State University Food Literacy and Engagement Poll measures consumer understanding and attitudes to drive discussion on a variety of food topics.