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Lymantria dispar populations explode in Michigan

Published on February 3, 2021
After a 10-year hiatus from high Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, infestations, populations began to increase in 2019. This year, Michigan is seeing infestations that meet or exceed the height of infestation prior to 2009.
Family engagement in mentoring programs

Published on February 3, 2021
Learn why family engagement efforts can be helpful for mentoring programs.
International conversations to learn more about Central and South American countries

Published on February 3, 2021
Belizean, Costa Rican and Brazilian panelists share more about their warm and welcoming cultures.
Grower input needed on sour rot and wasp challenges in vineyards

Published on February 3, 2021
Michigan State University Extension is looking for your input about sour rot and wasp control in grapes.
Workshop on building better spray programs for vineyards in the Midwest

Published on February 3, 2021
Attend this virtual workshop on March 2 or 4, 2021, to learn more about writing or recommending fungicide spray programs.
How the Covid-19 Pandemic Affects Food Deserts

Published on February 2, 2021
The Covid-19 pandemic has greatly interrupted many individuals' access to quality food. Scott Haskell argues that improved laws and regulations must be enacted to help protect food-challenged communities.
Sprouts: What you should know for your safety

Published on February 2, 2021
Think safety when eating sprouts.
Michigan Agricultural Commodities president elected to Michigan 4-H Foundation board of trustees

Published on February 2, 2021
Bruce Sutherland, Michigan Agricultural Commodities president, was elected to the Michigan 4-H Foundation board of trustees Jan. 29, 2021.
Scientists advocate breaking laws – of geography and ecology

Published on February 2, 2021
All that’s local is a lot more global, and scientists say solutions can only be found through broader views and collaborations nearby and far away.
Transfer of Salmonella from Inert Food Contact Surfaces to Wheat Flour, Cornmeal, and NaCl

Published on February 2, 2021
In this study, survival of Salmonella on inert contact surfaces and transfer of Salmonella from inert contact surfaces to low-moisture foods were evaluated.