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Generations of Potato Breeding Bring Productive Results

Published on July 3, 2025
This summer finds Joseph Ifeanyi Ulasi up to his elbows in potatoes—and loving every moment of it.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – July 3, 2025

Published on July 3, 2025
Soybeans are in late vegetative to early reproductive stages. As wheat ripens, consider options for planting a robust cover crop or soybeans after harvest.
Maredia named Fellow of African Academy of Sciences

Published on July 3, 2025
MSU director of International Agricultural Programs recognized for 30 years of contributions to agricultural capacity building and education
Get your tickets now for the August 2 Breakfast on the Farm event at the MSU Horse Teaching and Research Center

Published on July 3, 2025
Breakfast on the Farm events are free and offer a farm-cooked meal and a morning of fun, educational hands-on learning about agriculture. This year’s event will feature horses and Michigan’s robust equine industry.
Where can I purchase food for my family?

Published on July 3, 2025
Explore some of the most common places to buy food and learn how to make the most of these shopping experiences, especially when shopping with children.
Cherry Industry Honors MSU Entomology Alumna for Pest Management Work

Published on July 3, 2025
Nikki Rothwell, head of the Northwest Michigan Horticultural Research Center, has been named the 2025 Cherry Industry Person of the Year for her impactful research and grower-focused solutions to fruit pest challenges.
"The Golden Years": Celebrating the impact and legacy of Dr. Lloyd M. Turk

Published on July 2, 2025
Dr. Lloyd M. Turk’s contributions to MSU’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources from 1932 to 1967 laid a foundation that continues to influence generations.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 1, 2025

Published on July 2, 2025
Cherry harvest continues while we see the first blueberry harvest and earliest peaches.
Ask the experts: Practical strategies to blunt the Asian Longhorned Tick’s impact on Michigan cattle, sheep and goat herds

Published on July 2, 2025
How a tiny tick could cost your herd and what you can do about it.
Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series first hot topic session of the season

Published on July 2, 2025
MSU Extension’s Virtual Breakfast Series will hold its first hot topic session on July 10, so come with your questions!