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Forestry Student Spotlight – Emilie Hebenstreit

Published on May 28, 2025
Emilie Hebenstreit shares a special story in her forestry journey and how she led a team of foresters to win the 2017 State Forestry Contest for the first time in history.
Michigan grape scouting report – May 28, 2025

Published on May 28, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity.
Joseph Noling Receives 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award

Published on May 27, 2025
MSU Entomology alumnus Joseph Noling received the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award for his impactful career in nematology and pest management.
MSU Extension’s Food Safety Webinar Series: Selling honey & maple syrup – safely

Published on May 27, 2025
Join MSU Extension to learn about the key food safety practices, regulations, and best practices for selling honey and maple syrup products in Michigan.
MSU Product Center client recognized as one of Michigan’s “50 Companies to Watch” by Michigan Celebrates Small Business

Published on May 27, 2025
Four MSU Product Center clients received statewide honors from Michigan Celebrates Small Business at their 21st annual gala in April 2025.
MDARD, EGLE and DNR Update Plan to Combat Harmful Algal Blooms in the Western Lake Erie Basin

Published on May 26, 2025
LANSING, Mich. — The State of Michigan today released an update to its Domestic Action Plan (DAP) for combatting harmful algal blooms in western Lake Erie.
Strengthening resilience: Understanding stressors in cow-calf production

Published on May 22, 2025
Farmers’ recovery from past challenges offers insight into the resilience of cow-calf systems. This is the first in a series of articles where we describe the hardships cow-calf producers in three regions of the U.S. have adapted to.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 22, 2025

Published on May 22, 2025
Wheat is heading out and just starting to flower on some acres. Cool weather slowed down corn and soybean progress.
Turning data into better decisions for growth, health and welfare in dairy calves through precision livestock technology

Published on May 22, 2025
Precision tools are helping dairy farms move beyond herd averages by tracking growth, health and behavior in real time to make smarter, calf-focused decisions that improve welfare, weaning and long-term performance.
Early season irrigation for small grains and forages

Published on May 22, 2025
Irrigated small grains and alfalfa hay tend to have higher water demands when compared to most field crops and are often overlooked when it comes to timely irrigation.