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Beyond boxwood: Alternative landscape shrubs for Michigan gardeners

Published on March 13, 2025
Pests like the box tree moth are making homeowners wonder what they can plant that will give a similar look and feel to boxwood in their gardens.
How the Rule of 5% can unlock profits for your farm

Published on March 13, 2025
Small improvements are the key to maintaining positive farm profits.
Are you in compliance with the Earned Sick Time Act?

Published on March 13, 2025
Finalized legislation creates requirements for all employers to provide sick leave to their employees.
Apprenticeships: Advice for choosing a program

Published on March 13, 2025
Looking at the quality of the program, alongside cost, compensation and growth opportunities, can help you find an apprenticeship that is a good fit for you.
Where to find sustainable farm jobs in Michigan

Published on March 13, 2025
A map, a job posting form, a webpage and a listserv connect farm employers and farmworkers.
The history of Earth Day

Published on March 13, 2025
Every year on April 22, the world celebrates Earth Day. Learn more about the history of this day and its efforts to educate people about environmental issues.
Teaching children about food waste: Part 1

Published on March 12, 2025
Why should early childcare centers and other childcare programs think about food waste, and what role do they play in managing their own food use?
CANR Community Unites on Give Green Day to Fuel Student Success

Published on March 12, 2025
Gifts from CANR alumni, faculty, staff and friends on Give Green Day raised over $44,000 during MSU’s annual day of giving.
New Bee Collection at MSU Preserves Vital Data for Future Research

Published on March 12, 2025
Dr. Rufus Isaacs' lab at MSU has contributed nearly 8,000 bee specimens to the A.J. Cook Arthropod Research Collection, providing valuable data for future research on bee decline, biodiversity, and climate change.
MSU, Henry Ford Health scientists teaming up to take on obesity

Published on March 12, 2025
The 5-year, more than $3 million NIH-funded project is entering its third year exploring the mechanisms for why maternal obesity serves as a strong predictor of offspring obesity.