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MSU Extension launches 4-H Clovers CODE, an Apple Community Education Initiative, in southeast Michigan

Published on April 27, 2022
The 4-H Clovers CODE (Creating Opportunities Designed for Everyone) program is for youth interested in exploring coding and creative arts through technology in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – April 26, 2022

Published on April 26, 2022
A warmup over the weekend led to rapid changes in tree phenology, but cooler weather this week will slow growth down again.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – April 26, 2022

Published on April 26, 2022
After a very warm weekend, expect a return to cold temperatures this week.
CANR provides rankings on department, unit initiatives around DEI

Published on April 26, 2022
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion announced the 2022 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Badge Awards recipients at the CANR Faculty and Staff Reception on Apr. 21.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 26, 2022

Published on April 26, 2022
Sweet cherry bloom has begun. Last week’s Sunday freeze does not seem to have had any significant impacts on fruit crops.
Accepting Applications for New Hybrid Online MS Degree in Forestry

Published on April 26, 2022
MSU is now taking applications for a new hybrid online master’s degree program in Forestry. The program is tailored to learners that need flexibility, with the majority of the courses delivered in an online format coupled with field-based learning.
West central Michigan small fruit update - April 26, 2022

Published on April 26, 2022
Rain and cold weather halted plant development in all berry crops but allowed more time for pruning and integrated pest management training.
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 26, 2022

Published on April 26, 2022
The region accumulated growing degree days over the weekend with the warmup, but cold temperatures are back for the remainder of the week.
Honeycrisp crop management for 2022

Published on April 26, 2022
A heavy bloom is expected in 2022 following the light crop in 2021. This article includes strategies and recommendations for pruning and blossom thinning.
War devastation stretches across natural world

Published on April 25, 2022
The Russia-Ukraine war will affect biodiversity and the environment far beyond the war zones, with implications for sustainability and well-being worldwide.