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Michigan State University to host dry bean and sugarbeet field day
Published on July 28, 2021
MSU and industry researchers will discuss current issues impacting dry beans and sugarbeets at the Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center in Frankenmuth, Michigan, on Tuesday, Aug. 24 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. -
Promoting agricultural innovation: US Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue visits MSU to meet faculty, students
Published on April 3, 2018
As the inaugural destination of his third “Back to Our Roots” tour around the country, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue visited Michigan State University Tuesday, April 3. -
Regional reports on Michigan fruit - May 24, 2011
Published on May 24, 2011
MSU Extension educators’ pest and fruit updates for Michigan. -
Michigan vegetable crop report – August 21, 2024
Published on August 21, 2024
Harvest continues at full throttle while growers handle diseases and other late-season pests. -
Spartan students showcase EAV sustainability solutions
Published on May 12, 2025
MSU undergraduates presented research and novel consumer-based applications at annual Plastics in Electric and Autonomous Vehicle Conference -
Turf triumphs: From Friday nights under the lights to World Cup, MSU research plays vital role
Published on July 25, 2015
Researchers of the Michigan State University turfgrass program have been offering innovative solutions to the everchanging needs and challenges faced by the sports industry since the 1880s. -
West central Michigan tree fruit update – June 24, 2025
Published on June 24, 2025
Hot weather advanced fruit size and development. Tart cherries are turning red, and early sweet cherries may be ready for harvest later this week. -
Veteran Instincts: Teaching the next generation of scientists
Published on November 11, 2015
MSU researchers are teaching the next generation of scientists how to place their stamp on research, find success in academia -
Michigan grape scouting report – June 26, 2024
Published on June 26, 2024
Spotted lanternfly was identified in a new site in southern Monroe County outside fruit-growing areas. MSU and agencies monitor statewide, including vineyards. Report sightings to DNR's Eyes In The Field. -
Land-Grant Institutions Work Across State Lines to Increase Fruit Tree Production
Published on September 24, 2015
Michigan State University is one of 29 land-grant institutions working across state lines to increase fruit tree production. -
Michigan State University a ‘pioneer’ in plant pest and disease response
Published on March 21, 2023
MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics supports plant agriculture in Michigan and the Great Lakes States through comprehensive diagnostic network -
Regional reports on Michigan fruit – August 9, 2011
Published on August 9, 2011
MSU Extension educators’ pest and fruit updates for Michigan -
Potato Diseases: Fusarium Dry Rot
Published on October 23, 2015
Fusarium dry rot is one of the most important diseases of potato, affecting tubers in storage and seed pieces after planting. -
Cutting production and propagation: Is there room for improvement?
Published on February 19, 2007
In this article, we focus on environmental and cultural information that can be used during propagation of non-rooted cuttings to reduce rooting time and finish time, and increase cutting quality and profits. -
A new height control possibility for daffodils and hyacinths
Published on March 18, 2013
In this first of a two-part series, we look at ethephon (e.g., Florel) release as affected by substrate pH, and results of drenches on daffodils and hyacinths. -
Keeping it Green
Published on November 18, 2013
Applications of plant growth regulators such as benzyladenine (BA; a cycokinin) and/or gibberellic acid (GA) may suppress lower-leaf yellowing and senescence. -
Growing the best phalaenopsis 4: A complete production schedule
Published on April 10, 2007
In the last of a four-part series, this article contains research-based information on the commercial production of phalaenopsis orchids. The primary topics addressed are scheduling and crop timing. -
Early growth regulator drenches on poinsettia
Published on November 18, 2010
A technique to inhibit stem extension of poinsettia is to apply an early, low-dose PGR drench. This article will compare the efficacy of low-dose and early drench applications of paclobutrazol on poinsettia crops. -
Growing the best phalaenopsis 2: Media, transplanting, water & nutrient problems
Published on February 5, 2007
In the second of a four-part series, this article contains research-based information on the commercial production of phalaenopsis orchids. The primary topics addressed are growing substrates, watering, and fertility.
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