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2025 Year in Review

Published on April 10, 2026
Thanks to 183 donations from 109 unique donors, we were able to accomplish amazing things.
Update from FAA President – Winter 2026

Published on April 10, 2026
As 2025 came to a close, I was reminded of the value of belonging and relationships, reflecting on the holiday season and the connections made throughout the year.
Forestry Student Receives Prestigious BCMA Certification

Published on April 10, 2026
Already an established arboriculturist and small business owner, three years ago Bryan Dobbs decided to take the next step in his career and become a Board Certified Master Arboriculturist (BCMA).
USDA Under Secretary visits MSU, tours new dairy facility

Published on April 9, 2026
USDA representatives visited MSU's new state-of-the-art Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center April 6.
Farmers invited to join national study on farming practices and soil health

Published on April 9, 2026
Farmers and ranchers are invited to participate in a free soil health evaluation and contribute to research supporting profitable, resilient and sustainable agriculture.
Q&A with Center for Good Food Purchasing Michigan Impact Manager, Melanie Tran

Published on April 9, 2026
Get to know Melanie Tran, Michigan Impact Manager of the Center for Good Food Purchasing! Learn more details about the Good Food for Michigan project and upcoming opportunities.
Tips for reseeding lawns in spring

Published on April 9, 2026
Lawns that may have been damaged by snow mold, salt damage, grubs or other maladies from winter and last summer may require reseeding this spring.
Essential concepts for managing Xanthomonas in begonia — Part 1

Published on April 9, 2026
Xanthomonas in begonia: What it is, what it does and how to know if your plants have it.
Essential concepts for managing Xanthomonas in begonia — Part 2

Published on April 9, 2026
Cultural practices and chemical treatment of Xanthomonas in begonia.
Essential concepts for managing Xanthomonas in Begonia — Part 3

Published on April 9, 2026
How to approach phytosanitary control in a begonia crop with Xanthomonas.