News

Small farmers sink or swim in globalization’s tsunami

Published on February 24, 2020
From a synthesis of 12 cases, researchers found when smallholder farmers are connected to faraway systems, the key is to empower them to higher agency and more livelihood opportunities.
Youth thrive when adults support and nurture their “sparks”

Published on February 24, 2020
Intentional efforts by adults to help youth identify and nurture their interests, or “sparks,” can help youth be successful in life.
Why should I worry about clean breaks and lot sizes?

Published on February 24, 2020
Cleaning and sanitizing all food contact surfaces are required to establish a clean break. Learn what a clean break is and why it might be important to fruit and vegetable growers who grade, sort and store the produce they grow.
FDA Reopens Comment Period on General Principles for Food Standards Modernization

Published on February 22, 2020
The public may submit either electronic or written comments by April 21, 2020.
AFRE undergrads tour local food industry businesses and network with alumni

Published on February 21, 2020
On a recent trip to the Grand Rapids area AFRE students toured three agribusiness facilities and met with alumni.
Update from the Chair Winter 2020

Published on February 21, 2020
Chairperson of AFRE, Titus Awokuse, gives a status update on the department and outlines recent accomplishments by faculty, students, and alumni.
Tips for personal care, cosmetic and dietary supplement product start-up companies

Published on February 21, 2020
Licensing regulation and labeling requirements for personal care, cosmetic, and dietary supplement products is explored.
Choose the right Farm Bill program

Published on February 21, 2020
MSU Extension educators have created videos to guide you through this important decision
Soybean production lessons learned from the 2019 growing season

Published on February 20, 2020
Many soybean producers would like to forget the 2019 growing season. However, there may be some important lessons that can be learned that will serve producers well in the future.
Identifying and mitigating the risks of ultra-early soybean planting

Published on February 20, 2020
Understand the risks associated with planting soybeans during late March to mid-April, and how to mitigate them.