News

New farm manager named at MSU Northwest Michigan Horticulture Research Center

Published on July 10, 2023
MSU alumnus Dan Bacheler has been tabbed as farm manager at the Traverse City-based research station.
Tracking ships’ icy paths amidst climate change

Published on July 7, 2023
Understanding when and where ships are entering areas of Arctic sea ice between Russia and the U.S. can help better understand potential impacts of vessel traffic.
Soil health gains from manure

Published on July 7, 2023
Recent and ongoing research highlights the impact of manure applications on soil health.
Concentrate feeding strategies for maximizing performance in automated milking systems

Published on July 7, 2023
The advancement of automated milking systems presents an opportunity to optimize cow nutrition through tailored separate concentrate feeding.
What’s that black mold on my wheat?

Published on July 6, 2023
Sooty mold and black point are appearing on wheat.
Lawn turf update - July 6, 2023

Published on July 6, 2023
Lawns have recovered following the dry conditions the last couple months but now many diseases are appearing.
Dealing with drought-stressed forages

Published on July 6, 2023
Do you have a plan for your drought-stressed forage fields?
Understand the inherent uncertainty of your phosphorus monitoring strategy

Published on July 5, 2023
Grab sampling has the lowest accuracy and automated monitoring has the highest accuracy in the phosphorus load estimate.
Kroger Internships Past and Present build FIM Leaders

Published on July 5, 2023
AFRE Alumna, Kristen Walker, and AFRE Senior, Ryann McDowell, discuss their experiences interning and working with The Kroger Co.
Thrips, aphids and mites: Piercing-sucking pests that thrive in dry weather

Published on July 5, 2023
Due to the warm, dry nature of this summer, concerns of insect problems are on the horizon for field crops.