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Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 11, 2023

Published on May 11, 2023
Ideal weather conditions helped soils dry out and allowed for a flush of planting and other field operations this past week.
Developing Thermal Control of Salmonella in Low-Moisture Foods Using Predictive Models

Published on May 11, 2023
This article presents the latest research findings that shed some light on the reasons behind the enhanced thermal resistance of foodborne pathogens in low-moisture food systems.
Christmas tree update – May 11, 2023

Published on May 11, 2023
Be prepared for warm temperatures and increased pace of pest and disease development.
MSU Extension bulletin highlights alternatives to blue spruce

Published on May 11, 2023
As blue spruce trees continue to decline throughout Michigan, this guide provides replacement suggestions for homeowners and landscapers.
USDA Selects MSU Center for Regional Food Systems to Create Great Lakes Midwest Regional Food Business Center

Published on May 10, 2023
CRFS will receive $20 million to launch this Regional Food Center with key partners in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. This includes the Menominee Indian Tribe Department of Agriculture and Food Systems who will provide Tribal coordination.
Community Sustainability is where the family is

Published on May 10, 2023
The Department of Community Sustainability connects one family through the generations. Emeritus professor of CSUS, Dr. Jim Bingen, celebrates his granddaughter, Juliette Chojnacki, graduation from CSUS.
Alcona students seek to protect Lake Huron with support from the Lake Huron Forever Partners Program

Published on May 10, 2023
Project RAW (Restoring Alcona’s Watersheds) is a student-led initiative that aids in the restoration of riparian areas close to home.
Growing nitrogen with legume cover crops

Published on May 10, 2023
Nitrogen is an essential nutrient for plant growth, but price fluctuations of fertilizers leave farmers looking for alternative solutions. Planting legumes as a cover crop can increase soil nitrogen and perhaps even reduce reliance on fertilizers.
CSUS 2023 Undergraduate Honors Award Winners

Published on May 10, 2023
The Community Sustainability honors award winners for 2023 are those graduating students in CSUS who distinguished themselves in leadership, scholarship, and service.
Ilce Medina-Meza, PhD, assistant professor in BAE was honored with the 2023 Undergraduate Research Faculty Mentor

Published on May 10, 2023
Dr. Medina-Meza is an assistant professor in the Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering and currently leads the College of Engineering's Food and Health Engineering Laboratory.