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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.
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.
MassTimber@MSU Fosters Collaboration in Finland

Published on June 27, 2024
The Michigan delegation participated in the Wood Building Construction Trade and Study Mission hosted by Business Finland and MSU Forestry faculty visited the University of Eastern Finland.
Fourteen 4-H members receive 2024 Michigan 4-H Mark of Excellence awards

Published on June 27, 2024
Mark of Excellence contest portrays learning experiences of 4-H members.
On-farm compost production and Right to Farm

Published on June 27, 2024
Understanding the role of Right to Farm when composting activities occur on a farming operation.
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.