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Southwest Michigan field crops update – March 31, 2022

Published on March 31, 2022
Warmer soil temperatures in March point to the possibility of a relatively early planting season but forecasted precipitation may keep farmers out of fields for the first part of April.
Beginning farmer educators: Take our survey

Published on March 31, 2022
Tell us about your experiences as an educator to help improve the quality of beginning farmer education in Michigan.
PRCI workshop on research methods for value chain analysis

Published on March 30, 2022
Two presentations were given during the PRCI workshop on ‘Research methods for value chain analysis’, including one on the snakehead fish value chain, and another on research methods for value chain analysis
E. B. Hill and the Farm Management Roots of MSU Agricultural Economics

Published on March 30, 2022
The history Elton B. Hill, a Michigan pioneer in the science of farm management and co-founder in 1949 of the Michigan State College Department of Agricultural Economics
Russia’s action expands what’s defined as “local” in the Arctic

Published on March 30, 2022
It’s critical to understand the complexities of tightly bound actions and events of both people and nature, especially in times of crisis – most notably climate change and conflict between Russia and western countries.
Supporting someone through a mental health challenge

Published on March 29, 2022
How we provide support to someone experiencing a mental illness or mental health challenge is important to the person’s recovery from that challenge.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – March 29, 2022

Published on March 29, 2022
Cooler than normal conditions are leading to a delayed spring.
What is that color in my pond?

Published on March 29, 2022
This article explores color changes in water features, diving into what is happening in your pond that may cause these changes.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – March 29, 2022

Published on March 29, 2022
This is the first update for the season. All fruit crops made it through the winter in good shape. Buds are swelling on early tree fruit.
Lentils: A nutrient-dense food to enjoy often

Published on March 28, 2022
Lentils are a nutrient-dense plant food that meet the USDA MyPlate nutritional profile to be both a vegetable and a protein. They are economical and shelf-stable, making them a must-have for every pantry.