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Robert Saxton Joins IFLR as Instructor & Academic Specialist

Published on April 16, 2024
Join us in welcoming our newest faculty member. Robert Saxton will teach our undergraduate course in food law this summer, and a brand new course on USDA-FSIS food law in the fall.
Nationwide survey reveals fresh insights about community perceptions of large-scale solar developments

Published on April 16, 2024
Study conducted researchers at by Berkeley Lab, University of Michigan and Michigan State University sheds light on community perceptions of LSS projects
2024 Michigan Family Farms Conference Brings Farmers Together

Published on April 16, 2024
Michigan Food and Farming Systems (MIFFS) convened over 300 farmers, producers, and representatives from food systems organizations at their 20th annual Michigan Family Farms Conference at Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC).
Manejo de los polinizadores durante la floración de los cultivos frutales

Published on April 16, 2024
Como las abejas llegan a las explotaciones frutícolas durante la floración, los agricultores pueden proteger a los polinizadores y minimizar la exposición a los pesticidas.
Pollinator stewardship during fruit crop bloom

Published on April 16, 2024
As bees come into fruit farms during bloom, growers can protect pollinators and minimize pesticide exposure.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 16, 2024

Published on April 16, 2024
Fruit crops are developing rapidly in southwest Michigan.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 16, 2024

Published on April 16, 2024
Warm weather has rapidly advanced bud development this week. Peaches are beginning to bloom in the region.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update - April 16, 2024

Published on April 16, 2024
Focus on primary apple scab control this week.
Daniel K. Young, Ph.D., Awarded the 2024 Department of Entomology Distinguished Alumnus Award

Published on April 16, 2024
Daniel K. Young, Ph.D. says even after 40 years at the University of Wisconsin, he "still bleeds green".
Leveraging natural resources to foster healthy habits and reduce stress

Published on April 15, 2024
After several months of group study, reading, and research, MSU Extension educators at Tollgate Farm were certified as forest therapy guides.