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Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – April 27, 2021

Published on April 27, 2021
After a hard frost last week, plenty of healthy flower buds are still present and warm weather is in the forecast.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 27, 2021

Published on April 27, 2021
The freezes on Wednesday and Thursday mornings damaged most fruit crops. Few areas saw serious damage.
Understanding the role of carbon in agriculture – Part 2

Published on April 27, 2021
Carbon capture and storage; is it like trying to catch lightening in a bottle?
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 27, 2021

Published on April 27, 2021
Sweet cherry bloom is beginning in the region and PGRs like ReTain will be less effective in cool weather.
Oak Wilt Awareness Month in Michigan

Published on April 27, 2021
This campaign raises awareness about oak wilt prevention guidelines: avoid wounding trees between April 15-July 15, seal accidental wounds, do not move firewood, and take prompt action to control outbreaks.
Effective, Simple, and Resilient: Mason Farmer Succeeds Amidst Market Challenges

Published on April 23, 2021
Anne Rauscher of Swallowtail Farm is a Michigan farmer who has continued to offer healthy, local produce to her community throughout the pandemic.
Use this tool for voting at your meetings when a motion is not in order

Published on April 23, 2021
It can be beneficial to use a voting process called "Gradients of Agreement," which is a form of consensus voting.
Youth money management education is important

Published on April 23, 2021
4-H Clover Cents provide online video resources to teach youth money management concepts.
MSU assistant professor hosts class inside an immersive 3D VR environment

Published on April 23, 2021
Linda Nubani, assistant professor of interior design, held a lecture inside an immersive VR environment with her IDES 892: Research Fundamentals in Environment Design students. Virtual Reality was one of the research tactics taught in her course.
Successful businesses and an equitable, sustainable local food value chain

Published on April 23, 2021
In this update, we share how we and our partners are supporting businesses and documenting the impact of the local food value chain.