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West central Michigan small fruit update – June 5, 2024

Published on June 6, 2024
Low temperatures and rainy conditions slowed down the early start of blueberry growth and development, but they reverted to a more typical tempered one.
Some cultivars of annual plants are pollinator-friendly

Published on June 6, 2024
There is a wide variation in pollinator attractiveness in the most popular annual bedding plants.
2024 American Bee Research Conference proceedings

Published on June 6, 2024
Conference presentation abstracts highlight current research on beekeeping and honey bee health topics.
CANR Alumni Board Spotlight – Brian Kernohan

Published on June 5, 2024
CANR is releasing a series of spotlights on Alumni Board members. Brian Kernohan (’92, Fisheries and Wildlife) is currently an Executive Board member representing the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife.
Exploring the Influential Legacy of Dr. Zhu Zuxiang

Published on June 5, 2024
Widely considered the founder of the soil chemistry discipline in China, Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences alumnus Dr. Zhu Zuxiang (Chu, Tsu-Siang), Ph.D. (’46, ’48), exemplifies the reach of CANR’s global impact.
Can we enhance the climate mitigation potential of switchgrass as a Bioenergy Cropping System?

Published on June 5, 2024
PSM professors land NIFA funding to explore pathways to greater carbon storage in switchgrass fields
Proposed Michigan 4-H license plate to benefit 4-H youth advances in Michigan Senate

Published on June 5, 2024
On June 4, legislation that would generate support for Michigan 4-H youth through a new fundraising license plate advanced in the Michigan Senate.
Translating children’s angry words

Published on June 5, 2024
Do your children say you are the meanest mom ever? What does that really mean?
Partnership in action: Harrisville Harbor rain garden project

Published on June 5, 2024
Alcona students successfully troubleshoot a rain garden out of control.
Michigan farmer supports new MSU climate resiliency program, seeks long-term solutions

Published on June 5, 2024
Ben Schilling is a sixth-generation farmer in southwest Michigan.