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Technology that pays: Feeding crops on the go with sensor technology

Published on May 10, 2019
Integrating crop-sensing technology in your nutrient management program is an effective way to feed your corn crop on the go.
MSU-FSHN research team recognized for most-cited research publication

Published on May 9, 2019
MSU researchers - including FSHN's Elliot Ryser and Bradley Marks - are part of a food safety team whose work was chosen as the most-cited research paper published five years ago.
10 points to consider when planning your charitable giving

Published on May 9, 2019
It's the season for charitable giving. Some encourage contributions before the end-of-the-year to declare donations on your federal income tax itemizations. Let’s talk the two types of giving and about ten points to consider when making your decisions.
Ways to make your financial dreams come true

Published on May 9, 2019
Jan. 13 is Make Your Dream Come True Day. Give yourself your best shot at success for financial hopes and dreams. Set doable and meaningful goals, and plan to save.
Retirement planning: It pays to earn tax credits

Published on May 9, 2019
The IRS offers credits to save more for your retirement.
Targeting corn nitrogen strategies for improved resilience

Published on May 9, 2019
Volatile environmental conditions continue to challenge agricultural production.
New MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology food processing program launches

Published on May 9, 2019
The newest IAT certificate program, Food Processing, Technology and Safety, will accept students starting in fall 2019 in East Lansing, Battle Creek, Lansing, Muskegon and Traverse City.
Southwest Michigan field crop update – May 9, 2019

Published on May 9, 2019
Fair weather last weekend allowed for some field work to proceed on lighter soils in more fortunate areas that received less rainfall into Monday.
IMPACT: Liu, Viña contributors to UN sustainability report

Published on May 9, 2019
Two MSU sustainability scientists contributed to a landmark United Nations report which finds an unprecedented biodiversity loss, and calls for transformative changes to balance nature conservation and economic development.
Local governments weigh in on Grand River Waterway dredging project that would destroy fish habitat

Published on May 9, 2019
State funding was appropriated for channelization of 22.5 miles of the Grand River. Downstream communities are voicing concerns over long-term economic and environmental costs.