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Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – April 19, 2022
Published on April 19, 2022
Snow at the beginning of the week, then warming to highs in the 70s on Thursday. Most apples are between 0.25- and 0.5-inch green. -
CAES-ISP Scholar announced as new CAES Principal at Makerere University
Published on April 18, 2022
Prof. Gorettie N. Nabanoga appointed as the next Principal of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Makerere University -
Eating bugs: Part 2 – Eating bugs around the world
Published on April 18, 2022
Do you think it is strange that some cultures eat bugs? In this Michigan State University Extension article series, we discussing just that – eating bugs! -
Twenty-four Michigan 4-H volunteers honored for 50 years of service by Michigan State University Extension
Published on April 18, 2022
As individuals and organizations across the country celebrate National Volunteer Week this April 17-23, Michigan State University Extension is celebrating 24 volunteers who have given 50 or more years of service to Michigan 4-H. -
PBGB students featured on Impact 89 FM's, The Sci-Files
Published on April 15, 2022
We are pleased to share that several students from the Department of Plant Breeding, Genetics and Biotechnology have been featured on Impact 89 FM's, The Sci-Files. -
Scout, rogue and repeat to reduce the spread of chili pepper mild mottle virus
Published on April 15, 2022
Growers who have chili pepper mild mottle virus (CPMMoV), a viral plant disease, should scout their crops, test and rogue out the symptomatic plant material, and then sanitize for the best outcome. -
Eating bugs: Part 1 - You already have!
Published on April 14, 2022
Eating bugs is often seen as gross by some living in the United States, but you probably have already eaten them. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 14, 2022
Published on April 14, 2022
Some farmers were able to begin field operations this past week in between showers. The coming week should afford more opportunities to get fields prepped and planting underway. -
Making your sauces and seasonings green and local
Published on April 13, 2022
Learn how food manufacturers show they care about the environment and local food. -
MSU Extension resources highlight how to keep food safe in emergency situations
Published on April 12, 2022
As spring storms kick off, a collection of educational resources and classes show the importance of food safety in trying times. -
CANR recognizes outstanding DEI efforts with 2022 You Belong Here Awards
Published on April 12, 2022
CANR faculty and staff honored for outstanding efforts to support and address diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within the college. -
How profitable does 2022 look for your farm?
Published on April 12, 2022
The MSU Cash Flow Estimator can help your farm answer this question. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – April 12, 2022
Published on April 12, 2022
The region has experienced little spring-like weather in the past few weeks, and growers are looking for a stretch of warm and dry conditions to prune sweet cherries. -
West central Michigan small fruit update - April 12, 2022
Published on April 12, 2022
Michigan’s 2022 blueberry season is already in progress. Check the conditions of your fields in preparation. -
Grand Rapids area tree fruit update – April 12, 2022
Published on April 12, 2022
Warm weather at the beginning of this week followed by a return to cool temperatures. Most tree fruit remains fairly dormant or early silver tip. First green (bud break) may take place by the end of the week. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – April 12, 2022
Published on April 12, 2022
Petal tissues are starting to be seen in some stone fruit. Some apples are near tight cluster. Development will continue with this week’s warmer weather. -
Frasiers support School of Packaging renovation project; endow faculty position
Published on April 12, 2022
MSU Packaging alumnus Chuck Frasier and his wife, Jackie, have made multiple gifts to the Packaging Building Renovation to complete the fundraising goal and allow construction to begin, as well as to establish an endowed faculty position in packaging. -
Tatter family makes gifts to MSU Entomology in memory of Jordan Tatter
Published on April 11, 2022
The family of Entomology alumnus “Jordie” Tatter has given three new contributions to the department totaling over $2 million. -
Gift supports MSU entomology mission, education
Published on April 11, 2022
The $2.75M gift from Mary Tatter honors her passion for youth education and commemorates her late husband MSU alumnus Jordan Tatter, ’60 entomology. -
PSM undergraduate students win first place for MSU UURAF presentation
Published on April 11, 2022
2022 MSU UURAF PSM Undergraduates take first place prizes for their presentations Several PSM students present research projects