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May 2020 Lab Newsletter

Published on June 1, 2020
May 2020
Fostering belonging and empathy in CANR

Published on May 31, 2020
CANR Director for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Quentin Tyler calls the CANR community to collectively support those who experience bias, racism, xenophobia, prejudice and discrimination.
Committing to a campus culture that supports others

Published on May 31, 2020
CANR Dean Ron Hendrick makes a renewed commitment to ally ourselves in ways that serve and support others, especially those who have been marginalized or hurt by recent events.
Challenges and resources for fish producers in Michigan during COVID-19

Published on May 29, 2020
Michigan Sea Grant webinar for fish producers will discuss including direct-to-consumer marketing strategies as a business plan.
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.
Urban agriculture and agriculture-like sample zoning text available to local governments in Michigan

Published on May 29, 2020
Local government should encourage urban agriculture. But there needs to be proper safeguards and a consensus to balance agriculture activities without undesired impacts in the neighborhood.
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.
Getting “In the Weeds” on cover crops

Published on May 28, 2020
Michigan Field Crops “In the Weeds” podcast fourth series highlights farmer’s stories about cover crop usage.
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.
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.