News

Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 23, 2023

Published on May 23, 2023
Plum curculio damage is being seen. Oriental fruit moth and codling moth flight is underway. Grape berry moth biofix is expected soon.
Pain in the grass: Tall fescue

Published on May 23, 2023
Not all weedy grasses are crabgrass. Tall fescue is one of the top grassy weed complaints received by MSU Extension and MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics each year.
Industry concerns with liver abscesses in finishing cattle

Published on May 22, 2023
Liver abscesses increase costs with reduced efficiency of production and increased liver condemnation.
Considerations for irrigating wheat

Published on May 22, 2023
Irrigating winter wheat or rye is a tool to help double crop growers.
FCCP Co-hosts a Special In-person Forest-Climate Working Group Science Series Session for Congressional Staffers in Washington, D.C.

Published on May 19, 2023
The FCCP co-hosted a special in-person session of the Forest-Climate Working Group (FCWG) Science Series at the United States Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, D.C.
Michigan agriculture organizations support Farm Bill facilities investment

Published on May 18, 2023
Michigan agricultural organizations advocate for federal funding through the Research Facilities Act in support of new and modernized facilities at agricultural colleges, a much-needed investment after decades of deferred maintenance.
Planting dates and corn yield in Michigan

Published on May 18, 2023
When do planting delays hurt yield? Exploring USDA data and field trial results.
Fostering success with youth in foster care

Published on May 18, 2023
MSU Extension partners with Michigan Youth Opportunities Initiative to provide life skills education for youth in foster care.
MSU Extension’s Adulting 101 helps individuals manage and conquer real life skills

Published on May 18, 2023
Monthly Adulting 101 classes impact financial and work habits among young adults.
Lumm makes special gift supporting Oakland County 4-H

Published on May 18, 2023
With a deep fondness for the 4-H program in his community, Daniel Lumm, of Waterford, made a special gift to support Oakland County 4-H in 2022.