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MDARD director shares how partnerships power Michigan

Published on February 3, 2020
Gary McDowell, director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, believes collaborations with Michigan State University are key for the future of agriculture in the state.
Expanding student access with 2-year certificates

Published on February 3, 2020
The MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology works with community college and industry partners to train students for future jobs in food processing and beyond.
Ashley presents to the Michigan State Board of Trustees

Published on February 3, 2020
Ashley was invited to present a snippet of her research program to the Board of Trustees at the December meeting, and we found out that a video of the presentation is on YouTube! Enjoy!
Cover crops and nitrogen cycling: What is my final goal?

Published on February 3, 2020
There are cover crops capable of scavenging nitrogen and others that can fix it. Depending on your objective, one group might work better than the other.
Taking new varieties from the lab to the field

Published on February 3, 2020
The time-intensive process of crop variety development relies heavily on partnerships with MSU Technologies.
PERM celebrates 25 years of serving the state

Published on February 3, 2020
MSU, MDNR relationship strengthened by ongoing partnerships
Michigan is top tuber state for potato chip industry

Published on February 3, 2020
MSU research and outreach is credited for much of the state's chipping industry success.
Michigan agriculture proponents step down

Published on February 3, 2020
Two stalwarts of Michigan agriculture, Phil Korson and Jim Byrum, have retired at the end of 2019.
Research and outreach go hand-in-hand at MSU

Published on February 3, 2020
Michigan State University remains committed to its original land-grant mission
State Advisory Council helps meet the needs of Michigan communities

Published on February 3, 2020
Volunteers from across the state act as a bridge between MSU and their communities.