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Contributing to clean energy needs through cellulosic biofuels
Published on February 22, 2018
Researchers at the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center are investigating the possibilities of sustainable biofuels, which are hoped to be a step toward cleaner energy, especially for transportation. -
Marketing Munchies: For the horticulture grower, wholesaler and retailer
Published on July 23, 2018
A new weekly podcast series seeks to make research-based information easily accessible to the horticulture industry. -
Michigan State University hosts dry bean and sugar beet virtual field day
Published on August 4, 2020
Online webinar updated growers and agribusiness industry on current research and outreach -
MSU research refines understanding of panda habitat, resiliency
Published on December 3, 2014
Michigan State University research shows that pandas are more resilient and flexible than previously believed. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – May 27, 2026
Published on May 27, 2026
The season is in full swing with opportune weather for fieldwork on the way. -
Weathering the climate: Michigan agriculture braces for Mother Nature with help of MSU research
Published on November 3, 2014
Agricultural producers throughout the state have recently had to deal with some of Mother Nature's brutal wrath. Thanks to MSU research, they're helping to be better prepared and equipped to address those challenges. -
Reducing agricultural risks with new technologies
Published on October 14, 2019
From using smartphone apps to soil testing and seed placement, growers aim to increase efficiency of their operations. -
Regional reports on Michigan fruit – May 8, 2012
Published on May 8, 2012
MSU Extension educators’ pest and fruit updates for Michigan. -
Reflections on the World Food Prize (Part I): No contribution is too small
Published on October 27, 2015
Twelve BHEARD scholars traveled to Des Moines, Iowa, on Oct. 13-15 for the World Food Prize symposium. The spirit of Dr. Norman Borlaug inspired each of them to share their thoughts on how best to end world hunger. -
Using lignin as a sustainable alternative in biobased adhesives
Published on March 29, 2019
Mojgan Nejad, an assistant professor in the Department of Forestry at Michigan State University, has been working with wood panel producers and adhesive manufacturers for several years in pursuit of alternatives to petrochemicals. -
Southwest Michigan fruit update – May 14, 2019
Published on May 14, 2019
Cool weather has extended the tree fruit bloom. Apples are blooming now. We expect warmer weather this week. -
Horticulture faculty member named outstanding undergraduate educator
Published on August 13, 2018
The American Society for Horticultural Science recognized Bridget Behe for her CANR teaching career at its 2018 conference in Washington, D.C. -
Michigan grape scouting report – Sept. 30, 2020
Published on September 30, 2020
Concord harvest has begun. This will be the last grape scouting report of the 2020 growing season. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – Aug. 5, 2021
Published on August 5, 2021
Crops are progressing rapidly through reproductive stages, and rainfall is not expected to keep up with crop demand during next week’s return to summer-like temperatures. -
Northwest Michigan fruit update – June 20, 2017
Published on June 20, 2017
Wet weather has increased disease pressure, and these conditions have challenged disease and pest management programs. -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 25, 2025
Published on June 25, 2025
Check out the latest Michigan Grape Scouting Report for timely updates on weather, vine growth, disease management, and pest activity. Stay informed and make proactive decisions to support vineyard health and productivity. -
Visit 26 innovative farms with new farmers in the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program
Published on October 31, 2022
Organic Farmer Training Program participants are learning to farm by seeing what is possible. -
Heading off the next epidemic
Published on November 11, 2015
New nanobiosensor adapts human medical technology to predict plant diseases