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KBS LTAR 2026 Highlights - Read Our Newsletter

Published on January 22, 2026
The 2026 KBS LTAR Newsletter highlights new results from the Aspirational Cropping System Experiment showing that the profitability gap with business-as-usual systems has narrowed, with some crops outperforming conventional practices.
The 2025 Michigan Chestnut Cost of Production bulletin is now available

Published on January 22, 2026
MSU Extension will host a webinar February 3 to assist in applying the results of the study to your farm’s numbers.
Now Hiring Students for 2026 Summer Jobs

Published on January 22, 2026
The MSU Horticulture Gardens are seeking hardworking student employees to assist this summer!
Fire Design Specification for Wood Construction

Published on January 21, 2026
During this Michigan Mass Timber Community of Practice meeting, we will have a conversation about fire design considerations with mass timber, with a presentation from Jason Smart, Senior Director, Fire Engineering, of the American Wood Council.
Felicia Wu appointed to international food safety expert committee

Published on January 21, 2026
Felicia Wu, John A. Hannah Distinguished Professor and University Distinguished Professor, has been selected to serve on the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA).
MSU Extension Field Crop Webinar Series returns February 2026

Published on January 21, 2026
The Field Crops Webinar Series is offered for eight weeks to help prepare for the 2026 growing season.
Cold weather is coming, but is it too cold for fruit? Likely not.

Published on January 21, 2026
Cold temperatures are forecast late this week, but should not damage fruit buds for the majority of Michigan.
Beginning farmers have plenty to gain from MI Ag Ideas to Grow With

Published on January 21, 2026
Join hundreds of fellow farmers February 23 through March 5 during MI Ag Ideas to Growth With virtual conference.
From drones to data: MSU’s Basso Lab driving next era of regenerative agriculture

Published on January 21, 2026
Regenerative agriculture research from Dr. Bruno Basso is helping farmers and partners improve productivity and sustainability through data-driven insights.
Empowering governance: Registration now open for Governing Essentials webinar series

Published on January 20, 2026
The Governing Essentials Series is designed for local elected and appointed officials looking to sharpen their skills and promote good governance practices.