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$47M gift propels School of Packaging into a new era 

Published on April 7, 2026
A historic $47M gift from Chuck and Jackie Frasier — the largest in the history of the top-ranked School of Packaging — is poised to redefine the global landscape of packaging education and research for generations to come.
$47M gift propels School of Packaging into a new era 

Published on April 7, 2026
A historic $47M gift from Chuck and Jackie Frasier — the largest in the history of the top-ranked School of Packaging — is poised to redefine the global landscape of packaging education and research for generations to come.
Cold weather continues across northwest Michigan

Published on April 7, 2026
Cold conditions have kept all fruit crops dormant.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 7, 2026

Published on April 7, 2026
Weather has been variable with a mix of cooler and warmer temperatures with more precipitation than normal. Changes in bud phenology have been slow. Dormant sprays have been applied to manage peach leaf curl and San Jose Scale before bud break.
Great Lakes Mass Timber Collaborative releases Vision document and announces Dovetail Partners as fiscal sponsor, ongoing leadership by MassTimber@MSU

Published on April 7, 2026
With participation by ~150 representatives of sectors across the mass timber value chain, the Collaborative has produced “Great Lakes Mass Timber Collaborative: A Regional Vision,” released on April 2, 2026, at the International Mass Timber Conference.
2026 Michigan Hop Management Guide now available

Published on April 7, 2026
Updated management reference available for Michigan hop growers through Michigan State University Extension.
How to improve the quality of your sleep as you age

Published on April 6, 2026
Creating nightly routines and avoiding caffeinated beverages can help you get the 7-8 hours of sleep your body needs.
Learn to cook healthy and affordable meals

Published on April 6, 2026
Enroll in Cook Healthy, Spend Less, a free, 6-week self-paced email series that helps you save money and eat well at home.
CANR Alumni Board Spotlight – James (Jim) Kober, DVM

Published on April 6, 2026
James (Jim) Kober (’83, Animal Science) currently serves on the CANR Alumni Executive Board as an at-large member.
Soil fertility considerations in a down market

Published on April 6, 2026
The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast series continues April 16 with guest speaker Kurt Steinke, a soil fertility and nutrient management specialist at Michigan State University.