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Providing real-time weather information for growers

Published on July 1, 2020
Jeff Andresen, a professor in the Michigan State University Department of Geography, Environment and Spatial Sciences and the state climatologist for Michigan, examines weather and its effect on agriculture.
Unlocking the potential of the plant microbiome

Published on July 1, 2020
MSU microbial ecologist Ashley Shade is seeking to learn more about how microbes positively affect plant health and adapt to environmental pressures.
Managing cucurbit diseases with research, outreach

Published on July 1, 2020
Rebecca Grumet has dedicated her career to assisting specialty crop growers as an expert in reproductive development and disease resistance in cucurbit crops such as cucumbers, melons, squash and watermelons.
Changing photosynthesis during drought can increase plant resilience

Published on July 1, 2020
MSU researcher uses gene to control water loss during drought conditions leading to crops that are more resilient.
Understanding how plants metabolize nutrients to improve farming, protect the environment

Published on July 1, 2020
Hideki Takahashi, an associate professor in the MSU Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, is working to understand the molecular mechanisms plants use to metabolize nutrients.
Fighting climate change with forest management

Published on July 1, 2020
Lauren Cooper leads the Forest Carbon and Climate Program at MSU, which trains professionals in forestry as a way mitigate environmental damage.
Supporting Michigan’s wine industry in challenging climatic conditions

Published on July 1, 2020
Despite the wine industry’s blossoming popularity, several factors can limit the success of wine grapes in Michigan’s climate. Paolo Sabbatini studies ways to mitigate damage.
Studying the effects of increasing heat stress on plants

Published on July 1, 2020
Gregg Howe and Tom Sharkey, University Distinguished Professors, are studying the effects heat has on plant health.
Promoting sustainability of farming systems using digital technology

Published on July 1, 2020
Precision agriculture expert Bruno Basso studies the sustainability of row crop production and delivers data to agricultural producers using innovative technologies.
Keep your woods healthy for tomorrow

Published on June 17, 2020
Forest owners have a new tool to identify and address threats to their own forest’s long-term health.