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Navigating temperature and timing challenges in garden mum production

Published on August 26, 2026
From premature budding to delayed flowering, find out how temperature extremes can impact fall garden chrysanthemum production and what growers can do to produce high-quality crops on schedule.
Michigan grape scouting report – August 26, 2026

Published on August 26, 2026
Concise, research-based updates on weather trends, vine development, pest pressure and disease risk.
FCCP Launches New Section of Landowner Resource Hub, “Land Management”

Published on August 25, 2026
The new land management resource page will connect landowners to University and State resources to improve familiarity with forest planning.
SPDC Welcomes New Teaching Specialist

Published on August 24, 2026
The School of Planning, Design and Construction welcomes new teaching specialist, Andrea Polverento, to the Urban & Regional Planning program.
MSU hosts ‘Landscape Olympics’, placing fifth among 54 teams

Published on August 24, 2026
MSU hosted the 50th anniversary of the National Collegiate Landscape Competition in March, bringing 54 student teams from the U.S. and Canada together for workshops, a national career fair and more.
Going home: Biosecurity tips for animals that travel off the farm

Published on August 24, 2026
Animals that travel to county fairs and other exhibitions that will return home pose a significant biosecurity risk to the animals who stay home.
‘I Have No Fogging Clue!’ Registration is open for MSU Extension’s workshop on using ULV applications and biorationals in the greenhouse

Published on August 24, 2026
Discover practical strategies for using foggers, ultra-low volume equipment and biorational products more effectively in commercial greenhouse production.
Registration now open for MSU Fall Christmas Tree Webinar on September 17

Published on August 24, 2026
Learn what Christmas tree customers value, best methods of marketing, and what growers could implement to increase demand.
When Markets Tremble: What Financial Instability Can Tell Us About the Economy

Published on August 24, 2026
This article explores the role of financial markets on the economy. It discusses the current economy and attempts to anticipate how current forces on financial markets may be realized on the economy.
MSU scientists developing tools that help farmers improve irrigation, energy efficiency

Published on August 24, 2026
Research is showing how Michigan growers can save money, improve crops and protect valuable water resources.