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MDARD invests in MSU IWR’s Great Lakes Watershed Management System

Published on June 30, 2024
With support from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, the Institute of Water Research at Michigan State University is enhancing the Great Lakes Watershed Management System to help reach the State’s Domestic Action Plan goals.
Proposed Michigan 4-H license plate legislation headed for governor’s desk

Published on June 28, 2024
Legislation that would generate support for Michigan 4-H youth through a new fundraising license plate was passed by the Michigan legislature this week with overwhelming bipartisan support. The legislation is now headed to the governor’s desk for approval.
2024 MSU Weeds Tour brings students, faculty and agriculture industry stakeholders together in the field

Published on June 28, 2024
A huge crowd including stakeholders from all sectors including producers, industry and faculty, gathered at MSU Plant Pathology Farm to learn from each other about the latest developments in weed and seed research in the corn and soybean plots.
Can solar farms develop quickly and equitably? MSU faculty awarded $2.5 million to explore conflict in solar energy development

Published on June 28, 2024
Department of Community Sustainability associate professor, Dr. Doug Bessette, awarded $2.5 million to lead project team exploring conflict in solar energy development and how to promote collaboration in solar projects.
Announcing Master's Degree Thesis Defense Seminar for Maria Kenneth Lane S. Bears

Published on June 28, 2024
Understanding winter wheat and sugarbeet yield, growth, and quality through intensive management
Faculty Feature

Published on June 28, 2024
This week we are getting to know Dr. Gian Maria Niccolo “Nico” Benucci, who works as a Data Analyst and Bioinformatician with the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC).
Empowering volunteers as advocates

Published on June 28, 2024
Internal advocacy is an important aspect of supporting a thriving volunteer program. Learn how staff can empower their volunteers to be a program ambassador, share feedback, understand program culture and be a role model to advocate for the program.
Tips for composting in the summertime

Published on June 27, 2024
Tips and tricks to keep in mind when managing your backyard compost pile during the summer.
Harvest-time insect alert for Michigan blueberry growers

Published on June 27, 2024
Monitoring traps and fruit sampling can improve blueberry management during the harvest season.
What bug chewed on my plants last night?

Published on June 27, 2024
Under cover of darkness, a variety of animals might chew on your leaves. So how do you know who to blame and what to do about it?