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From cigarettes to e-cigarettes: The evolution of tobacco use in the United States

Published on October 14, 2024
A historical journey through the evolution of smoking, public health policies and the rise of e-cigarettes in America.
MSU Extension hosts successful second Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol

Published on October 14, 2024
On October 9, MSU Extension hosted the second Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol to elevate awareness of the Michigan 4-H program and its impact.
MSU Pollinator Champions updated online course available

Published on October 14, 2024
Michigan State University updated a popular online course about pollinators in Michigan with new accessibility features, graphics and resources. The course is available at no charge to participants.
Connecting the Dots: The 2024 Upper Peninsula Food Distribution Symposium

Published on October 14, 2024
On September 24, 2024, over 80 representatives invested in the food system, including farmers, institutional buyers, and funders, gathered to discuss community-led solutions to this issue at the UP Food Distribution Symposium held in Marquette.
Career exploration through informational interviewing

Published on October 14, 2024
Follow these steps for a successful informational interview.
Cherry leaf spot 101: Understanding Blumeriella jaapii biology and management

Published on October 11, 2024
Cherry leaf spot causes significant economic loss in Michigan each year. Management has become more complicated due to the introduction of novel fungicides and resistance issues.
8th Annual Michigan Chinook Cup Competition

Published on October 11, 2024
Michigan hop growers should submit hop samples by December 16, 2024.
Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 11, 2024
October is the prime time to collect and submit weed seeds for herbicide resistance screening.
Understanding the needs of the U.S. wine industry: Survey results reveal regional challenges

Published on October 11, 2024
Explore essential insights from our survey on the U.S. wine industry, including key challenges faced by grape growers and winemakers, highlighting opportunities for improvement and collaboration.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – October 9, 2024

Published on October 11, 2024
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.