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Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 23, 2025

Published on September 24, 2025
Gala and Honeycrisp are in the mature range from our testing this week. Most growers are working in Honeycrisp blocks.
Michigan State University Extension to highlight 4-H at third Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol

Published on September 24, 2025
On Wednesday, October 8, MSU Extension will host the third annual Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol. This event showcases the positive impact of the Michigan 4-H program and brings visibility to its efforts throughout the state.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 24, 2025

Published on September 24, 2025
McIntosh, Empire and Jonagold are being harvested. Golden Delicious and Ambrosia are mature.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 24, 2025

Published on September 24, 2025
A storm this week brought some relief from the drought. Jonagold and Empire are being harvested this week.
MSU research ‘critical’ to Michigan soybean production

Published on September 24, 2025
Soybean growers and industry representatives speak to the positive results from investing in MSU soybean research.
Lead the Future of Packaging - Director Position Now Open

Published on September 23, 2025
To continue leading the packaging industry and academic fields, the MSU School of Packaging invites applications and nominations for the position of Director.
Michigan educators bring back rich memories, experiences from Shipboard Science Immersion on Lake Michigan

Published on September 23, 2025
Both encourage others to apply for next year’s Lake Superior immersion program.
Fall color comes early

Published on September 23, 2025
Droughty conditions across much of lower Michigan have accelerated the fall color timeline.
Engaging every voice in 4-H: Part 4 – The health of facilitation

Published on September 22, 2025
Exploring the fourth H (health) of facilitation for 4-H clubs.
Eastern equine encephalitis

Published on September 22, 2025
Vaccinate your horse to protect it from getting sick from eastern equine encephalitis.