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Great Lakes Water Life database features native flora and fauna across the basin
Published on May 6, 2025
The Great Lakes Water Life (GLWL) hosts a broad range of ecological information and tools for use by environmental researchers and the public. -
Join us for the second annual Food-Grade Grains Field Day
Published on May 6, 2025
This free event, co-hosted by MSU Extension and Michigan Agriculture Advancement, will include presentations from experts throughout the supply chain and a chance to view a variety of grain crops cultivated at KBS. -
Models for raising pigs for pork highlighted in newest MSU Extension bulletin
Published on May 6, 2025
New resource available from MSU Extension’s DEMaND Series. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – May 6, 2025
Published on May 6, 2025
The cool spring has been replaced by a few warm days that moved plant development along. We are at white bud in sweet cherry varieties. We had a cold night April 30, and growers are assessing if the low temperatures resulted in damage. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 6, 2025
Published on May 6, 2025
Sweet cherries, plums and some peaches are in full bloom. Apples are at pink with king bloom opening in early varieties. Pollinators are active in the orchards. -
Important environmental and ventilation tips for small swine producers: Part 2
Published on May 6, 2025
Tricks and tips for small swine producers managing outdoor environmental and ventilation systems. -
USDA projects record-low hay acreage for Michigan in 2025
Published on May 6, 2025
Michigan harvested hay acreage is estimated to be 740,000 acres for 2025, a decrease of 3% from 2024 and 5% from 2023. -
New educational resource for veterinarians looking to build a honey bee medicine business
Published on May 6, 2025
Navigate financial planning to achieve a sustainable honey bee medicine business plan. -
Identifying native and invasive aquatic plants can be easy with a phone app
Published on May 6, 2025
After collecting information, reporting and sharing it will help add to the knowledge of plant life in Michigan’s lakes. -
Important environmental and ventilation tips for small swine producers: Part 1
Published on May 6, 2025
Tricks and tips for small swine producers managing indoor environmental and ventilation systems.