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MSU-led effort spawns creation of new migratory freshwater fish database

Published on May 18, 2022
Scientists cataloged the life histories of 1,250 North American migratory fish species to help natural resources managers make more-informed conservation decisions.
How to report suspicious fish and aquatic plant sightings

Published on May 18, 2022
Reporting unusual organisms protects the environment from unwanted invasive species. Be part of the solution by sharing your observations with biologists.
Christmas trees 101: Nutrient management

Published on May 18, 2022
Proper soil nutrient management is a win-win scenario that improves grower efficiency and protects the environment.
Food processors that use sesame as an ingredient need to update allergen statements by January 1, 2023

Published on May 18, 2022
Sesame is the ninth major food allergen and must be identified on food labels, according to the FDA.
Michigan grape scouting report – May 18, 2022

Published on May 18, 2022
The heat helped grapes throughout the state move quickly over the past week.
Launch of New Research Project in Nigeria and Tanzania

Published on May 17, 2022
Research Supporting African MSMEs to Provide Safe and Nutritious Food (RSM2SNF) Launching
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 17, 2022

Published on May 17, 2022
Crop development was very fast last week. Tree fruit bloom is almost finished.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – May 17, 2022

Published on May 17, 2022
After a record-setting warm week, expect a return to cooler than normal conditions.
West central Michigan small fruit update - May 17, 2022

Published on May 17, 2022
The big spike on daily temperatures from past days accelerated blueberry bloom and the emergence of overwintering populations of cherry fruitworm and cranberry fruitworm in west Michigan.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 17, 2022

Published on May 17, 2022
With the recent hot weather, we blew through sweet cherry bloom, and many farms are in tart cherry bloom or at early petal fall; apples are also opening but will slow with the cooler temperatures in the forecast.