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Updated Christmas tree weed control bulletin now available

Published on June 21, 2023
Weed control is critical to success in Christmas tree production.
MSU School of Packaging announces partnership with Trayak, Inc.

Published on June 20, 2023
The Michigan State University (MSU) School of Packaging (SoP) announces a new partnership with Trayak, Inc. to supply the EcoImpact-COMPASS software licenses for use by SoP faculty, staff, and students.
Online tool identifies areas where people in Michigan are at greatest risk from harmful algal blooms (HABs)

Published on June 20, 2023
Some algal blooms contain toxins that can be harmful to animals or humans.
Christmas tree update – June 20, 2023

Published on June 20, 2023
Drought conditions persist over the majority of Michigan.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 20, 2023

Published on June 20, 2023
Sweet cherry harvest is beginning. Tart cherries are also turning red. Tart harvest predictions are for a couple days ahead of the long-term average.
Electrical weed control in vegetables and field crops

Published on June 20, 2023
Electrical weed control is an emerging method for managing late-season, escaped and herbicide-resistant weeds in organic and conventional fields.
Consider water source when irrigating vegetables during dry conditions

Published on June 20, 2023
Phytophthora capsici can be introduced to crops when irrigating with surface water.
MSU formalizes International Associated Laboratory partnership with INRAE

Published on June 19, 2023
The Intl. Associated Laboratory agreement will facilitate the sharing of human resources and materials to implement a jointly defined research program investigating molecular mechanisms involved in plant mineral nutrient adaptation to climate change.
LandTexture: Working Water - Thoughts on Forty Years of Practice

Published on June 19, 2023
Better approaches of managing and designing stormwater infrastructure in ways that support more efficient water use, clean urban runoff, support natural systems, and enhance the vitality and livability of our cities.
LandTexture: 125th LAnniversary - A Celebration of MSU Landscape Architecture Program, Past, Present and Future

Published on June 19, 2023
MSU's Landscape Architecture program, the oldest in the nation, will celebrate its 125th anniversary this year, culminating in a commemorative event on October 6, 2023.