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Weekly Beet - May 29, 2020

Published on May 29, 2020
In this newsletter - Covid-19 updates, administrative employee schedules, various courses offerings for self improvement. Air Travel cancelled or delayed now eligible for refund. Payroll time Reminders. MSU Academic Calendar.
Seeking participants for photo research project

Published on May 29, 2020
In May 2020, we were looking for volunteers to participate in research by taking photos and captioning them to tell us about your experiences getting food during COVID-19.
Scientific Animations Without Borders launches a Feed the Future-supported global education program addressing COVID-19 secondary impacts

Published on May 28, 2020
$1.6 million awarded to three MSU researchers to develop USAID COVID-19 global education and outreach materials.
Weed control considerations before planting dry edible beans

Published on May 28, 2020
There are several key points to consider before planting dry beans when controlling weeds.
Lawns are growing quickly and seedheads are appearing

Published on May 28, 2020
Warm temperatures and abundant precipitation have resulted in rapid turf growth and seedheads are now appearing in lawns.
New 2,4-D formulation offers greater safety for berries, tree fruit and nut tree crops

Published on May 28, 2020
A 2,4-D choline formulation is now available for controlling or suppressing broadleaves weeds in pome and stone fruits, tree nuts and and various berry crops.
Michigan 4-H volunteer spotlight: Bay County’s Rachel Sprunger

Published on May 28, 2020
Michigan 4-H volunteers are finding creative ways to continue connecting with Michigan 4-H’ers during social distancing. Read about one these Michigan 4-H volunteers and what she is doing.
Liu joins new sustainable agricultural intensification commission

Published on May 28, 2020
Jack Liu joins international commission to guide investments in agricultural innovation.
Effectively controlling plum curculio in stone and pome fruits

Published on May 28, 2020
With the recent warm weather and wet conditions, plum curculio will be on the move into orchards. Be prepared to control this pest at this time.
Fungicide options to combat Fusarium head blight

Published on May 28, 2020
A new fungicide on the market claims to widen the window for treatment of Fusarium head blight.