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Michigan insects in the garden - Season 2 Week 2: Nabidae

Published on June 30, 2021
Damsels who cause distress to other insects.
Maximize profit with the new Drain Spacing Tool

Published on June 29, 2021
Use the Drain Spacing Tool to estimate the optimum tile drain spacing for your farm.
Predictive Microbial Modeling of Enterococcus faecium NRRL B-2354 Inactivation during Baking of a Multicomponent Low-Moisture Food

Published on June 29, 2021
The use of baking ovens as a microbial kill step should be validated based on results of thermal inactivation models. Although traditional isothermal models may not be appropriate for these dynamic processes, they are being used by the food industry.
MSU programs help farmers increase energy efficiency, reduce costs

Published on June 29, 2021
The Michigan Agricultural Electric Council and its Michigan Farm Energy Program help farmers solve energy-related issues and save money.
West central Michigan small fruit update– June 29, 2021

Published on June 29, 2021
Blueberries started ripening in west central Michigan, but spotted wing Drosophila has arrived too.
World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute makes a positive impact on participants

Published on June 29, 2021
An alum shares how this event has led to personal growth, career exploration, and ideas for their future.
MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics provides testing for hop viruses and viroids

Published on June 29, 2021
Available tests include three carlaviruses, apple mosaic virus, hop stunt viroid and hop latent viroid.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 29, 2021

Published on June 29, 2021
Extensive rainfall over the past week replenished soil moisture deficits, but a return to warm, dry weather is expected.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 29, 2021

Published on June 29, 2021
The region received rain for four days straight over the weekend, and lighter crops of sweet cherries are cracking.
Michigan 4-H creates teddy bears for children in need

Published on June 29, 2021
When R.I.S.E. Advocacy, Inc. agency asked for help, sewing machines in Clare, Gratiot and Isabella County 4-H homes started humming with colorful teddy bear production.