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Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 29, 2025

Published on April 29, 2025
Weather has been cool this spring, but the two warm days have moved trees out of dormancy to visible green tissue.
Insect Artist Jennifer Angus Visits MSU

Published on April 28, 2025
Artist Jennifer Angus, known for her insect-based installations, returned to MSU for a lecture and to reconnect with the Department of Entomology after serving as a panelist at its Excellence in Insect Science Symposium in 2024.
May resources for Michigan beekeepers

Published on April 28, 2025
Beekeepers in Michigan can learn about seasonal honey bee colony management and care through webinars, videos and other online resources.
Building better immunity: Calf and cow vaccination strategies that work

Published on April 27, 2025
Understanding the developing immune system in young calves is key to effective health management. Calves benefit from dam immunity via colostrum and prenatal vaccines, but no shot can compensate for poor management or stress.
Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of

Published on April 25, 2025
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.
Alumni Matt Bromley awarded NCSS Scientist of the Year

Published on April 25, 2025
The USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service 'Soil and Plant Science Division' created the awards in 1999 to recognize scientists involved in the Soil Survey Program.
Michigan chestnut crop report – April 24, 2025

Published on April 25, 2025
Based on degree day modeling, black stem borer activity has likely started in southern Lower Peninsula.
2025 Learning Exchange Series: Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification

Published on April 25, 2025
Webinar four of the 2025 Learning Exchange Series is titled "Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification." Panelists discuss the process of measuring, tracking, and reviewing carbon benefits.
What to plant in your landscape to deter deer

Published on April 25, 2025
Plan your landscaping to deter deer and mitigate damage.
2025 Beef Brawl

Published on April 25, 2025
Tell me if you heard this one? Three farmers walk into a coffee shop. One brags about 586 lb. weaned calves. Another claims 600 lbs. plus. The third says he sold his at 470 lbs., no shots, straight off the cow—way cheaper.