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Northwest Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 9, 2025
Sweet cherry harvest will begin this week. Growers have been busy managing ripening fruit for American brown rot and spotted wing drosophila.
MSU Extension and Newaygo County Conservation District partner to host Farm Field Day

Published on July 8, 2025
Attend the Newaygo County Farm Field Day on Aug. 19 to learn about pest management and scouting, irrigation, grazing management, and updates on NRCS funding opportunities and programs. RUP and CCA credits are available.
Southeast Michigan fruit update – July 8, 2025

Published on July 8, 2025
Cherry and raspberry harvest continues while blueberries start.
From whispers to wellness: Addressing the root causes of rumors in youth settings

Published on July 7, 2025
Understanding the social communication issues behind rumors can help adults mitigate their impact in youth group settings.
Building a culture of appreciation: Recognizing 4-H volunteers and youth

Published on July 7, 2025
Pause and recognize the efforts of others.
Look for the helpers: Talking with young children about tragedy

Published on July 7, 2025
“When I was a boy and I would see scary things on the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” — Fred Rogers
Farm Bill Programs offer limited support for 2024 production year

Published on July 7, 2025
New data emerges on support provided by current Farm Bill programs.
Urban & Regional Planning To Move Colleges, Unifying SPDC under CANR

Published on July 3, 2025
The School of Planning, Design and Construction will move entirely to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources as the Urban & Regional Planning program moves from the College of Social Science to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Helpful tips on finding a new business location for food processors

Published on July 3, 2025
A local real estate professional sat down with the MSU Product Center to provide guidance for Michigan food and beverage businesses.
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.