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MSU hosts Solar Pollinator Habitat webinar series
Published on August 21, 2020
Events focused on establishing and maintaining a solar pollinator habitat -
Plant chemicals are a trick or treat for insects
Published on August 21, 2020
MSU researchers’ work may help plant breeders create crop seed mixes less attractive to pests based on plant chemical diversity. -
Joint MSU, U-M project studying effect of inclusivity on STEM faculty receives $1.4 million grant from National Science Foundation
Published on August 20, 2020
CLIMBS-UP, a collaborative research project between MSU and U-M to study inclusive environments in science, technology, engineering and math within academia, has been awarded a three-year, $1.4 million grant from the National Science Foundation. -
Participate in the Soybean Virtual Field Day on Aug. 26, 2020
Published on August 20, 2020
This field day is an excellent opportunity to learn more about current MSU soybean research and management recommendations, ask questions of experts and earn pesticide recertification credits. -
Michigan insects in the garden – Week 11: Five-banded thynnid wasp
Published on August 20, 2020
A black and yellow wasp you’d be glad to see at your picnics this summer. -
Viticultural practices in northwest Michigan at veraison
Published on August 20, 2020
Meticulous and timely viticultural practices are critical when the growing season is short. Follow this timely information to optimize your vineyards' health, profitability and sustainability. -
Martin Holle joins the IFLR team to teach "Food Laws & Regulations in the European Union"
Published on August 19, 2020
Martin Holle brings both a deep understanding of current issues in European food laws, and pedagogical best practices, to IFLR's course on Food Laws & Regs in the E.U. -
Brittney continues to learn and grow her passion for horticulture
Published on August 19, 2020
Brittney Kee graduated from Michigan State in 2010 with a B.S. degree in Horticulture. She is now a full-time agriculture educator and owns her own florist business. -
Southwest Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 19, 2020
Published on August 19, 2020
The storm front on Aug. 10 caused significant damage to some local vegetable fields. -
SPDC welcomes Teaching Specialist Robert Aydukovic to the Construction Management program
Published on August 19, 2020
Teaching Specialist Robert Aydukovic will teach courses on on commercial construction, low impact design, and construction documents, and contracts and legal issues in construction. -
From choir to career: 4-H inspires Michigan youth to follow the music in his heart
Published on August 19, 2020
Calhoun County 4-H alumnus Jontaj Wallace shares how his 4-H experiences helped shape his career in music. -
Michigan grape scouting report – Aug. 19, 2020
Published on August 19, 2020
Most grapes have completed or are starting veraison. Grape berry moth and downy mildew incidents are increasing. -
West central Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 19, 2020
Published on August 19, 2020
The finish line is approaching, but keep an eye out for pests and diseases. -
Blue-green algae
Published on August 19, 2020
What it is and what you need to know to keep you (and your pets) safe. -
Southeast Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 19, 2020
Published on August 19, 2020
Dry conditions persist. -
East Michigan vegetable update – Aug. 19, 2020
Published on August 19, 2020
Harvests are well underway in all crops, and some older fields and rows are being shut down. -
Maddy's best experience in grad school has been presenting her research at landscape conferences
Published on August 18, 2020
Maddy Dubelko, a graduate student in the Department of Horticulture, chose Horticulture as her advanced degree because she wanted to gain more knowledge about how to best manage ornamental plantings. -
Celebrate Cucumbers with a Crunch!
Published on August 18, 2020
Celebrate this summer staple with Michigan’s Cucumber Crunch! -
East Michigan fruit update – Aug. 18, 2020
Published on August 18, 2020
Brown marmorated stink bugs are being found in apples and peaches over the past week, with some feeding damage seen in apples. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – Aug. 18, 2020
Published on August 18, 2020
A derecho blew across the region last Monday, leaving damage in its wake. The most affected agricultural areas appear to be western and southern Berrien County.