News

Shifting into a higher land-grant gear

Published on January 1, 2019
Melissa McKendree's research focuses on consumer and producer marketing, production economics and farm management. Through her MSU Extension appointment, she helps farmers improve their processes.
AFRE Hiring Specialist-Advisor for Undergraduate Programs

Published on December 27, 2018
AFRE seeks outstanding applicants for a continuing system position as an Academic Advisor.
Economic Forecast Provides Critical Information for Michigan Stakeholders

Published on December 21, 2018
The latest economic outlook generated Steven Miller's MSU Economic Forecast Model shows potential problems for Michigan's economy in 2019.
ABM Alumnus Represents Pork Industry in Live CNN Interview

Published on December 18, 2018
AFRE alumnus Dustin Baker spoke on a live CNN interview on November 20, 2018 as the Director of Economics & Domestic Production at the NPPC, on the effects the trade disputes are having on pork.
Finding Common Ground in Water and Water Policy

Published on December 17, 2018
MSUAFRE PhD student April Athnos is researching critical water-based issues and policies.
ABM Junior Receives the 2018 American Degree from the National FFA Organization

Published on December 13, 2018
MSUAFRE student Elissa Mutschler has received the 2018 American Degree from the National FFA Organization, one of the organization's highest honors.
Product Center Leads Roundtable of Michigan Agriculture and Food Leaders

Published on December 12, 2018
Leaders across Michigan's agricultural and food industries gather twice a year to discuss trends and concerns throughout the state, based on a survey AFRE's Bill Knudson conducts and analyses.
AFRE Job Candidates for Winter 2018

Published on December 7, 2018
AFRE is proud to announce our PhD job-market candidates for Winter and Spring of 2019.
25 Years of Change: Tom Reardon and Developing Agribusiness Supply Chains

Published on December 5, 2018
AFRE's Thomas Reardon gave the prestigious Hans Ruthenberg Memorial Lecture at the University of Hohenheim in October, 2018, marking a long and accomplished career in development and agribusiness.
Alumnus Max Melstrom Talks Endangered Species and Agricultural Land Values at AFRE Seminar

Published on December 3, 2018
2012 PhD alumnus Max Melstrom returned to campus to give an AFRE seminar on his evolving work with the Endangered Species Act and its effects on land values.
Sarah Schultz: Exploring All Sides of Business and Landing Her Dream Role

Published on November 29, 2018
FIM senior Sarah Schultz landed her dream role at Newell Brands, after exploring different aspects of the business world in her AFRE classes.
AFRE Undergraduates Represent MSU at 2018 AFA Leaders Conference

Published on November 28, 2018
Six MSUAFRE undergraduate students attended the annual Agriculture Future of America (AFA) Leaders Conference, in early November, 2018.
Kwame Yeboah Becomes Nonresident Fellow on Global Food and Agriculture

Published on November 26, 2018
AFRE faculty member Kwame Yeboah has been named a Nonresident Fellow on Global Food and Agriculture with the Chicago Council on Global Affairs.
Alumnus Salwan Yaqo: Helping Others and Giving Back

Published on November 12, 2018
Alumnus Salwan Yaqo came back to campus to share his experiences as a food industry professional at Meijer and provide students with context for tools and skills they're currently learning.
Experts, Entrepreneurs, and Retailers at Making It In Michigan 2018

Published on November 9, 2018
Hosted by the MSU Product Center, the 11th annual Making it in Michigan conference and trade show drew more than 166 vendors and 200 conference attendees to this state-wide food industry event.
AFRE Students Attend National PMA Fresh Summit Convention & Expo

Published on November 1, 2018
Representatives from AFRE attended a national conference and expo to learn, network, and experience the expansive produce and floral industry.
Takeaways from the 2018 Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference

Published on October 29, 2018
MSUAFRE connected state lenders and stakeholders with objective updates on the Michigan agricultural industry during its annual Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference in the Kellogg Hotel and Events Center.
AFRE Undergrads Get Behind the Scenes at Local Cider Mill

Published on October 24, 2018
Students from all three of AFRE's student organizations took a trip to a local cider mill this October to learn about their processes and practices.
Alumna Rosalyn Brummette: All Ag, All the Time

Published on October 23, 2018
From her family farm to currently serving as a Legislative Aide/Executive Assistant with the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, AFRE alumna Rosalyn Brummette has focused on agriculture her whole life.
Successful agricultural economist gives donation to renovate historical Cook Hall – a place of many memories

Published on October 23, 2018
Successful agricultural economist Gary L. Seevers gives $3 million donation to renovate historical Cook Hall.
New Institute of Agricultural Technology program coordinator named in Traverse City

Published on October 18, 2018
Dale Elshoff is the new program coordinator for the Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse City, Michigan, as part of the Michigan State University (MSU) Institute of Agricultural Technology (IAT) partnerships.