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Southwest Michigan fruit update – Aug. 18, 2020

Published on August 18, 2020
A derecho blew across the region last Monday, leaving damage in its wake. The most affected agricultural areas appear to be western and southern Berrien County.
Letters from CSUS faculty: Dr. Chuck Nelson and Dr. Doug Bessette

Published on August 18, 2020
Dr. Nelson reflects on his 50+ years at MSU as he approaches retirement, and Dr. Bessette shares his unique perspective as an alumni and now professor in our department.
Environmental DNA technology helping MSU researchers more accurately examine aquatic communities

Published on August 18, 2020
Two MSU researchers are using innovative technology that extracts DNA from lake water samples, painting a clearer picture of what lies beneath the water's surface.
Local Government Resources for Novel Coronavirus Response

Published on August 18, 2020
We are also asking for feedback from you and your community to help us understand how MSU Extension can provide support and educational resources now and in the future.
East Michigan fruit update – Aug. 18, 2020

Published on August 18, 2020
Brown marmorated stink bugs are being found in apples and peaches over the past week, with some feeding damage seen in apples.
Virtual Learning Takes Shape At Tollgate: Experiential Learning in a Virtual World

Published on August 17, 2020
Virtual Learning Takes Shape At Tollgate: Experiential Learning in a Virtual World
Sustainable Agriculture Team Update August 2020

Published on August 17, 2020
Sustainable Agriculture Team Update August 2020
SPDC welcomes new Academic Advisor Hannah Brodhead

Published on August 17, 2020
Hannah Brodhead is the new academic advisor for Interior Design and Landscape Architecture students.
MSU hosts virtual field day on various corn topics

Published on August 17, 2020
Michigan State University Extension and MSU AgBioResearch hosted a virtual corn field day Wednesday, Sept. 9
Michigan State University researcher awarded $9.8M to study low-moisture food safety

Published on August 17, 2020
Bradley Marks, professor and chair of the MSU Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, has received funding from USDA NIFA to investigate pathogens in foods like flour, cereals, dried fruit and nuts.