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Impact of Hydrolysis Pretreatment on the Compostability of Biodegradable Poly(caprolactone) and Poly(lactic acid) Films

Published on April 8, 2025
Hydrolysis pretreatment was performed on PLA and PCL to accelerate biodegradation, reducing molecular weight and increasing crystallinity. Hydrolysis pretreatment notably enhanced biodegradation in PLA and exhibited minimal impact on PCL.
Boron in vegetables: Not too little, not too much

Published on April 8, 2025
Boron is an important micronutrient in many plant systems. However, it needs to be applied with caution.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 8, 2025

Published on April 8, 2025
It’s cold and wet but the fruit are waking up!
Beaudry honored with 2025 MSU International Award

Published on April 7, 2025
Randolph Beaudry, Ph.D., of the Department of Horticulture, is the 2025 recipient of the Carl K. Eicher Award for International Development.
Iretskaia honored with 2025 MSU International Award

Published on April 7, 2025
Tatiana (Tanya) Iretskaia, of the Department of Community Sustainability, is a 2025 recipient of the Homer Higbee International Education Award.
Detroit River habitat projects nearing completion

Published on April 7, 2025
Projects at Hennepin Marsh, Sugar Island and the Belle Isle Flatwoods were recently completed.
Professor David MacFarlane selected for Fulbright Global Scholar Award 2024-2025

Published on April 7, 2025
Professor David MacFarlane has been selected for the Fulbright Global Scholar Award for 2024-2025.
Paul Bloese Retires After 40 Years of Service

Published on April 7, 2025
Paul Bloese, Tree Farm Manager, has retired after 40 years dedicated to the department of forestry.
A Note from the Department Chair Winter 2025

Published on April 7, 2025
This issue’s theme of ‘New Chapters’ provides an inside look into the everyday dynamism of MSU Forestry. We are a leading forestry program with a growing national and international reputation because of our fantastic students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
In Memoriam: David Jessup (BS 55)

Published on April 7, 2025
MSU Forestry alum David Jessup passed away February 27, 2025.