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Long-term study highlights key drivers of potato beetle trends

Published on March 23, 2026
A long‑term study from Michigan State University and the University of Wisconsin shows that while heat remains the strongest driver of Colorado potato beetle abundance, other weather and landscape factors also play key roles in predicting outbreaks.
Responding to hate

Published on March 23, 2026
The Southern Law Poverty Center and the Anti-Defamation League have resources to address and respond to hate, bigotry, racism and anti-Semitism.
Your future in sustainable agriculture: Careers that make a difference

Published on March 23, 2026
Explore the fast-growing field where science, technology and stewardship come together to shape a sustainable future.
Adding native plants to your garden

Published on March 23, 2026
Native plants have several characteristics that make them appealing as garden and landscape plants.
Graduate Student Eleanor Carr Brings Agricultural Science to Life at Record-Breaking MSU Museum Event

Published on March 22, 2026
At the largest SciCurious event to date, graduate student Eleanor Carr (Thompson Lab; PhD Candidate in Genetics & Genome Sciences) is helping connect the community with the science behind everyday life.
PSM participates in recent North American Plant Phenotyping Network (NAPPN) Annual Conference

Published on March 22, 2026
Hosted at MSU, the conference featured the Bayer-sponsored Hackathon to challenge students to tackle giant maize dataset
Newly uncovered records reveal how MSU Extension and 4-H mobilized Michigan women and children on the WWII homefront

Published on March 20, 2026
Records from MSU Libraries and Archives show how MSU (then Michigan State College) and MSU Extension organized communities and sustained the wartime food supply.
Safeguard against spreading the invasive box tree moth

Published on March 20, 2026
Have you noticed heavy box tree moth damage on your boxwoods this season? Here's what you need to know about safely disposing of infested plants.
Beyond boxwood: Alternative landscape shrubs for Michigan gardeners

Published on March 20, 2026
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.
Using conservation easements within farm succession planning

Published on March 20, 2026
Join our webinar to learn from land conservancy experts about using conservation easements.