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West central Michigan small fruit update – April 28, 2020

Published on April 28, 2020
Lower than normal temperatures are delaying small fruit crop growth and development. Blueberries are still in the bud burst stage and strawberries and raspberries are showing the first leaves coming out of the crown.
Battle Creek restaurant owner gives back, finds opportunities during coronavirus pandemic

Published on April 28, 2020
Creativity and perseverance are defining Michigan food businesses during the coronavirus pandemic.
Wendy Kloostra inspires her own students at Ohio State University

Published on April 27, 2020
Wendy Kloostra graduated as a Master's student in Spring of 2008 and now uses her passion for horticulture to teach at Ohio State University.
Designing a better system for broadcast interseeding

Published on April 27, 2020
New video shares research from MSU designing a broadcast interseeding system for cover crops that improves seed-soil contact.
In times of supply chain disruption, how do I manage excess raw milk on my farm?

Published on April 27, 2020
Learn about options that exist for reducing milk production and proper land application and storage of raw milk.
Managing grapevine leafroll disease

Published on April 27, 2020
New grape fact sheet on grapevine leafroll disease management now available.
Michigan 4-H volunteer spotlight: Eaton County’s Donyaellie Wheaton

Published on April 27, 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.
Bring your positive attitude to work

Published on April 27, 2020
Skills to Pay the Bills curriculum teaches the importance of enthusiasm and a positive attitude in the workplace.
My amazing landscape architecture experience

Published on April 27, 2020
Recent alumna Wing Chi VincyTam reflects on her experience with the Landscape Architecture and Environmental Design programs.
Soybean Seeding Rate and Fertilizer Effects on Growth, Partitioning, and Yield

Published on April 27, 2020
New article now available!