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Six Michigan 4-H volunteers honored for 50 years of service in 2024 by MSU Extension

Published on May 23, 2024
For the fourth consecutive year, MSU Extension is celebrating outstanding volunteers who have pledged their hearts, hands and service to Michigan 4-H for half a century.
Wheat stripe rust outbreak and Fusarium head scab risk prediction

Published on May 23, 2024
Wheat stripe rust has developed quickly across Michigan. Stripe rust can result in significant yield loss. It’s important to scout to determine if a fungicide is warranted.
New scholarship fund honors Washtenaw County 4-H volunteer

Published on May 22, 2024
The Carl Lesser 4-H Ag Scholarship Fund will provide post-secondary scholarships to Michigan 4-H members pursuing agricultural-related degrees.
Test article on Upgrade Server

Published on May 22, 2024
This is to test articles on upgrade server
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 21, 2024

Published on May 21, 2024
Warm weather is increasing insect activity in area fruit plantings.
MSU hires new farm manager for Plant Pathology and Entomology Research Centers

Published on May 20, 2024
Jared Andrews will lead daily operations at both MSU AgBioResearch on-campus research centers.
I.T. News for May 20 2024

Published on May 20, 2024
I.T. News for May 20 2024
Family Farms Conference workshop recordings highlight sustainable agriculture

Published on May 17, 2024
Videos include farmer SARE grant projects, farmer wellness, farm to school, agritourism, small-scale livestock and more.
Random forest models of food safety behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic

Published on May 17, 2024
This paper utilizes a machine learning approach, Random Forest Model, to determine the top prediction variables of food safety behavioral changes during the pandemic.
Everything you need to know about seedcorn maggot

Published on May 16, 2024
Seedcorn maggot integrated pest management considerations.