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New Parthenogenetic Cockroach Discovered in U.S. and Austria by researchers at MSU

Published on July 14, 2025
MSU Entomologists identified a new species of cockroach that was previously undescribed. The preserved specimen are now housed in the Albert J. Cook Arthropod Research Collection at MSU.
Michigan hop pest report - July 10, 2025

Published on July 14, 2025
Disease pressure is high. Japanese beetle adults are active.
Michigan chestnut crop report – July 10, 2025

Published on July 14, 2025
Japanese beetle and rose chafer adults are out and active. Symptoms of wilt are being reported in some orchards.
Rooting the future: The untapped power of cover crops in Michigan vineyards

Published on July 14, 2025
Exploring the role of biodiversity, resilience and regenerative practices in Michigan's wine industry.
MSU leads $12 million Western Lake Erie Basin performance-based conservation program

Published on July 14, 2025
The program is funded by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and led at MSU by the Institute of Water Research and the Center for Regenerative Agriculture.
MSU sustainability expert highlights link between Michigan water use, agriculture, and global trade

Published on July 14, 2025
Recent debates over tariffs have focused primarily on economics, but they also demonstrate how trade decisions can carry unintended consequences for water use and environmental systems worldwide.
Enroll for fall: online graduate course on USDA FSIS Food Law

Published on July 13, 2025
By popular demand! Enroll now for the fall semester course on the laws & regs related to the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
Seguridad alimentaria antes y después de una inundación

Published on July 11, 2025
Consejos de seguridad alimentaria para la preparación y la recuperación en casos de inundaciones.
Food safety before and after a flood

Published on July 11, 2025
Food safety tips to prepare for and recover from flooding.
Acute pain versus chronic pain

Published on July 11, 2025
Understanding pain and its symptoms may help those with chronic pain improve their health and face the daily challenges.