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Michigan vegetable crop report – August 7, 2024

Published on August 7, 2024
Consequences from excessive rains, strong sweet corn harvest, cover crops for fall.
Behavior of Salmonella During Preparation of a Fermented Cashew Cheese Analog

Published on August 7, 2024
The behavior of Salmonella was evaluated during fermentation of cashews to better understand the risks associated with plant-based fermentations.
Michigan grape scouting report – August 7, 2024

Published on August 7, 2024
Stay informed and ahead of the curve with the latest vineyard updates and best practices in our comprehensive report. Enhance your grape growing success by leveraging expert insights on vine growth, disease management and innovative tools.
Spartan staff essential to efforts of award-winning MSU Dairy Farm

Published on August 7, 2024
MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center named best nationally by National Quality Dairy Awards
Improving User Experiences (UX) With Food Safety Materials Developed by Agricultural Commodity Group: A Case Study of the Almond Industry

Published on August 7, 2024
This project aims to examine food safety materials developed by the agricultural commodity group for the almond industry, identify insufficiencies, and suggest ways to enhance the experience of stakeholders using these materials.
MSU Tollgate Farm and Education Center impacts learning experiences

Published on August 6, 2024
With summer camp season in full swing, learn how MSU Tollgate Farm creates engaging learning experiences for visitors and how community support expands these lifechanging opportunities.
Meet the 2024 Entomology Research and Outreach Fellows

Published on August 6, 2024
Introducing the 2024 cohort of Entomology Research and Outreach Fellows (EROF).
A Decision-Support Tool for Food Safety Technology Investments

Published on August 6, 2024
The objective of this study is to develop a novel, proof-of-concept framework for economic valuation of food safety risk reduction.
Salmonella control for dried apple cubes

Published on August 6, 2024
The objectives of this study were to determine Salmonella inactivation of the two different thermal treatments.
Spray drone demonstration for pest management in vegetable and field crops

Published on August 6, 2024
Learn and discuss with fellow vegetable and field crop growers and MSU Extension educators about drone usage for pesticide and fertilizer application, plus seeding cover crops.