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Joint MSU, U-M project studying effect of inclusivity on STEM faculty receives $1.4 million grant from National Science Foundation

Published on August 20, 2020
CLIMBS-UP, a collaborative research project between MSU and U-M to study inclusive environments in science, technology, engineering and math within academia, has been awarded a three-year, $1.4 million grant from the National Science Foundation.
Participate in the Soybean Virtual Field Day on Aug. 26, 2020

Published on August 20, 2020
This field day is an excellent opportunity to learn more about current MSU soybean research and management recommendations, ask questions of experts and earn pesticide recertification credits.
Viticultural practices in northwest Michigan at veraison

Published on August 20, 2020
Meticulous and timely viticultural practices are critical when the growing season is short. Follow this timely information to optimize your vineyards' health, profitability and sustainability.
Michigan insects in the garden – Week 11: Five-banded thynnid wasp

Published on August 20, 2020
A black and yellow wasp you’d be glad to see at your picnics this summer.
Martin Holle joins the IFLR team to teach "Food Laws & Regulations in the European Union"

Published on August 19, 2020
Martin Holle brings both a deep understanding of current issues in European food laws, and pedagogical best practices, to IFLR's course on Food Laws & Regs in the E.U.
Brittney continues to learn and grow her passion for horticulture

Published on August 19, 2020
Brittney Kee graduated from Michigan State in 2010 with a B.S. degree in Horticulture. She is now a full-time agriculture educator and owns her own florist business.
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 19, 2020

Published on August 19, 2020
The storm front on Aug. 10 caused significant damage to some local vegetable fields.
Blue-green algae

Published on August 19, 2020
What it is and what you need to know to keep you (and your pets) safe.
Michigan grape scouting report – Aug. 19, 2020

Published on August 19, 2020
Most grapes have completed or are starting veraison. Grape berry moth and downy mildew incidents are increasing.
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 19, 2020

Published on August 19, 2020
Dry conditions persist.