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  West central Michigan small fruit update - April 26, 2022

  Published on April 26, 2022
  Rain and cold weather halted plant development in all berry crops but allowed more time for pruning and integrated pest management training.

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  Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 26, 2022

  Published on April 26, 2022
  The region accumulated growing degree days over the weekend with the warmup, but cold temperatures are back for the remainder of the week.

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  Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 26, 2022

  Published on April 26, 2022
  Sweet cherry bloom has begun. Last week’s Sunday freeze does not seem to have had any significant impacts on fruit crops.

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  Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – April 26, 2022

  Published on April 26, 2022
  After a very warm weekend, expect a return to cold temperatures this week.

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  War devastation stretches across natural world

  Published on April 25, 2022
  The Russia-Ukraine war will affect biodiversity and the environment far beyond the war zones, with implications for sustainability and well-being worldwide.

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  Christmas trees 101: Site selection and modifications

  Published on April 25, 2022
  Choosing a suitable site for Christmas tree production prior to planting will set your farm up for success. If your site has less than ideal properties, having management strategies to minimize those problem areas can still be successful.

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  Pork Quality Assurance Plus is valuable to swine producers

  Published on April 25, 2022
  An updated PQA Plus version helps keep animal care and food safety on point.

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  The next step in your on-farm produce safety work: On-Farm Readiness Review

  Published on April 25, 2022
  The Michigan on-farm produce safety team helps Michigan produce growers assess their farm’s readiness related to the FSMA Produce Safety Rule.

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  Citizenship ideas for young children: What do my taxes pay for?

  Published on April 25, 2022
  Brainstorm with your children about all the things that taxes pay for.

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  CSUS scholars identify roots of opposition to solar energy projects in Michigan

  Published on April 22, 2022
  The "social solar gap" exists where there is regional resistance to solar energy projects, often driven by poor decision-making processes at project onset.

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  Michigan beekeepers and growers featured in Honey Bee Health Coalition’s Bee Integrated Demonstration Project

  Published on April 22, 2022
  Videos showcase strong relationships and communication between Michigan growers and commercial beekeepers to support honey bee health and pollination.

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  Staff Favorites in the 2022 Spring Plant Sale

  Published on April 22, 2022
  Read about our garden staff's favorites

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  Jake Ferris (1930-2022), Agricultural Market and Price Analyst

  Published on April 21, 2022
  Professor Emeritus John “Jake” Ferris passed away on March 9, 2022. He is remembered as colleague, teacher, mentor, national expert on commodity price analysis, proud Spartan, and generous donor to the next generation of MSU agribusiness managers.

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  Blockchain Technology in the Food Industry

  Published on April 21, 2022
  Major food companies are already using blockchain to improve traceability, deter fraud, and improve responses to contamination and food borne illness. FDA leadership is required to expand and formalize its use.

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  Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 21, 2022

  Published on April 21, 2022
  The recent wet weather and roller coaster temperatures will give way to cool and dry conditions for the remainder of April, giving growers their first extended opportunity to get fields prepped and planted.

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  Eating bugs: Part 3 - Catch and eat them yourself

  Published on April 21, 2022
  Do you know there is an easy food that you can catch and eat without any special equipment? It is bugs!

• Bakery Products Process Validation

  Published on April 21, 2022
  Bakery Products Process Validation Workshop

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  Soybean planting considerations for maximum profits

  Published on April 21, 2022
  Matching planting time with other management decisions can increase yield while minimizing input costs.

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  The Dawning of the Age of Asclepias

  Published on April 21, 2022
  Learn about some different varieties of Asclepias

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  Spring cleaning your kitchen

  Published on April 20, 2022
  Don’t forget to focus some of your spring cleaning efforts in the kitchen to help ensure the safety of the food in your home.