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Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 8, 2021

Published on June 8, 2021
This hot weather has moved along the crop, but the region could use some rain.
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – June 8, 2021

Published on June 8, 2021
More hot, dry weather imposing a significant challenge across the region.
New on-campus center to serve as hub of MSU pollinator research, teaching, outreach

Published on June 8, 2021
MSU and partner organizations have invested in the creation of the Pollinator Performance Center, an on-campus space for pollinator-related activities.
Place-based education in a pandemic challenging but possible

Published on June 8, 2021
Outdoor schoolyard learning spaces, virtual learning strategies, and small class sizes paired with safety protocols allowed some northeast Michigan students, educators and their communities to create success stories worth sharing.
Drive-by botany: Yellow rocket and Dame’s rocket

Published on June 8, 2021
Profiles of common roadside flora in Michigan in May 2021.
MAC makes Michigan Agriculture Crops Garden and STEAM Explorations possible

Published on June 8, 2021
With a continued investment from Michigan Agricultural Commodities, Inc. (MAC), the Michigan 4-H Children’s Gardens continue to grow and provide science-based education for Michigan youth.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – June 8, 2021

Published on June 8, 2021
With the heat and lack of rain, some crops are beginning to show drought stress. Irrigation is important to maintain fruit and plant growth.
Chloe Grabb wants to spread knowledge and love for plants

Published on June 7, 2021
As a senior in Horticulture, Chloe Grabb is passionate about education and research.
MSU researcher appointed to World Health Organization group studying global impact of foodborne disease

Published on June 7, 2021
Felicia Wu has been named a member of a selective cohort of food safety and public health researchers.
Michigan Christmas tree pest update – June 4, 2021

Published on June 4, 2021
Scout trees now for insect pests.