College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Academics

News

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  Cereal rye varieties grown in Michigan show substantial differences in growth habit, yield and quality for distilled spirits

  Published on October 4, 2022
  Growers and distillers can use this information to select the best rye varieties for Michigan.

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  MSU School of Packaging researchers are exploring high-barrier biodegradable paper as an alternative to plastics

  Published on October 4, 2022
  The MSU School of Packaging was awarded a two-year, $450,000 National Science Foundation grant to design a high-barrier biodegradable paper (HB2P) as an alternative to plastics.

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  Project Study Examines Mali Fertilizer Subsidy Policy Changes Using Kaleidoscope Model

  Published on October 4, 2022
  From the September 2022 Newsletter

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  Callus tissue versus moldy core in apples

  Published on October 4, 2022
  Moldy core is a disease that develops in the locules or seed cavities of fruit. Do not confuse it with other internal tissue, which sometimes forms in the locules of certain varieties.

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  USDA renews insurance option (PACE) to protect nitrogen investment in 2023

  Published on October 4, 2022
  Still Only Available in Select Michigan Counties.

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  Packaging master’s grad drafted to the NFL

  Published on October 4, 2022
  Spartan football and MSU School of Packaging alum, A.J. Arcuri, was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams.

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  Horticulture student recommends becoming involved in student clubs

  Published on October 3, 2022
  Horticulture senior Emma Brinks found community in the Student Horticulture Association. Her long-term goal is to own a nursery of her own that focuses on native plants and natural ecosystems.

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  Assistant Professor Molly Sears Aims for Enhanced Production with Enhanced Protection

  Published on October 3, 2022
  Dr. Molly Sears is focusing her research on finding solutions for producers while holistically impacting ecosystems in a positive manner.

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  Joseph Rusike respected Agricultural Economist and MSU alumnus dies unexpectedly

  Published on October 3, 2022
  Prominent researcher will be missed by the many in the Food Security Group and the larger agricultural development community

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  AFRE Research Team Publishes Results on Motivations and Intent Behind Biotechnology Adoption in Dairy

  Published on October 3, 2022
  Dr. Danielle Ufer's study received recognition for winning the 2022 Richardson-Applebaum Outstanding Graduate Award for Best Ph.D. Dissertation.