News

Agrivoltaic opportunities: Grazing livestock in solar energy systems

Published on September 25, 2024
Increasing community support for agrivoltaics, the practice of farming in and around solar projects, provides an opportunity for solar developers and the Michigan sheep industry to collaboratively meet the market demand for a steady supply of quality lamb.
Michigan grape scouting report – September 25, 2024

Published on September 25, 2024
This year’s final report includes insights on vine growth, disease management, and weather forecasts to support your success. We wish you a successful harvest!
Outstanding Michigan 4-H alumni, volunteers, youth, staff and partners recognized at 2024 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration

Published on September 25, 2024
Awards presented at the event are among some of Michigan 4-H’s highest honors.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 25, 2024

Published on September 25, 2024
Golden Delicious and Red Delicious are being harvested in the west central region this week. Temperatures are cooler this week, and growers are working around the rain to harvest fruit.
Newly published research by MSU scientists shows how low levels of water contamination impact fish behavior and survival

Published on September 25, 2024
Findings were published in Environmental Science & Technology and Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 25, 2024

Published on September 25, 2024
Sixth apple maturity report for the Grand Rapids region.
Gould and Yeager honored as outstanding 4-H agriculture volunteer

Published on September 25, 2024
Rick Gould and Kevin Yeager of St. Joseph County was among five Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients honored in 2024.
Oakman honored as outstanding 4-H agriculture volunteer

Published on September 25, 2024
Angela Oakman of Washtenaw County was among five Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients honored in 2024.
State Sen. McBroom named outstanding 4-H alumnus

Published on September 25, 2024
Dickinson County 4-H alumnus State Sen. Edward W. McBroom, of Vulcan, was among ten 4-H alumni inducted into the 2024 class of the Michigan 4-H Emerald Clover Society at a ceremony on Sept. 21.
Specht named Michigan 4-H Volunteer of the Year

Published on September 25, 2024
Saginaw County 4-H volunteer Jennifer Specht has been honored with a prestigious Michigan 4-H Salute to Excellence Volunteer of the Year award.