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Weekly Beet - April 23, 2021

Published on April 23, 2021
In this weeks issue - After 40+ years working for MSU, Debbie Williams is retiring. Eric Patterson has a large project funded called the International Weed Genomics Consortium.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Microsoft Office 365

Published on April 22, 2021
Links to quickstart guides and instructions for using the Microsoft Office 365 suite of applications.
Configuring the Outlook App on Apple Devices (Office 365)

Published on April 22, 2021
Instructions on how to configure your MSU Office 365 email account on your Apple devices including iPhone and iPad using the Outlook Mobile Application.
Configuring the Outlook App on Android Devices (Office 365)

Published on April 22, 2021
Instructions on how to configure your MSU Office 365 email account on your Android devices including phones and tablets using the Outlook Mobile Application.
Southwest Michigan field crop update – April 22, 2021

Published on April 22, 2021
The 2021 growing season got off to a fast start in many places across Michigan fueled by dry conditions that traced their roots back to last fall.
Fall and winter drought could cause challenges in crops

Published on April 22, 2021
Below normal precipitation during the fall and winter has resulted in a decline in groundwater levels. Producers need to prepare for potential challenges, especially if they irrigate crops.