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State of the Great Lakes report highlights need for invasive species control

Published on April 6, 2021
Despite some successes, new species are still being introduced to the Great Lakes.
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 6, 2021

Published on April 6, 2021
March was warm. Fruit crops are moving.
Cold, overnight temperatures in Grand Rapids region could impact apple crop

Published on April 6, 2021
Know how to assess bud injury as cold temperatures during April 1-2, 2021, could potentially impact apples in the region.
State and Local Fiscal Assistance Act of 1972

Published on April 5, 2021
Federal revenue sharing, what’s that? Most leaders of Michigan’s local governments may not have any memory of federal revenue sharing, since it was last available to localities in 1986. Could it be reestablished? It sure can.
SPDC student receives 2021 CANR Outstanding Student Leadership Award

Published on April 5, 2021
Recent grad Ashley Prince studied construction management and helped form the Professional Women Builders student organization while at MSU.
Begin the journey towards parliamentary procedure certification

Published on April 3, 2021
Obtaining credentials as a parliamentarian.
Playing it safe with eggs

Published on April 2, 2021
Providing consumers with safe egg handling tips may help reduce the incidence of foodborne illness.
Horticulture alum manages 300 acres of vineyards

Published on April 2, 2021
Peter Rigan's work is exciting because each season in the vineyards is different.
Michigan 4-H Foundation offers mini-grants up to $1,000 for local programs

Published on April 2, 2021
The Michigan 4-H Foundation has announced grant and award opportunities of up to $1,000 to support local 4-H clubs and county programs for the 2021-2022 program year.
Spring is early! Can I plant my garden now?

Published on April 2, 2021
Compared with average temperatures, the spring of 2021 is two weeks ahead, which has a few implications for Michigan gardens.