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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.

• Threats to Fens | Native Plants and Ecosystem Services

• Research | Sustainable Materials Group

• GDD of Landscape Insects | Integrated Pest Management

• People | CHANS-Net: The International Network of Research on Coupled Human and Natural Systems

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  Michigan grape scouting report – June 14, 2023

  Published on June 15, 2023
  Most of Michigan will experience a hot and dry week.

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  Michigan’s Natural Resources As They Relate to Land Use Planning & Zoning

  Published on July 26, 2016
  To assess the long-term impacts of land use planning and zoning decisions, they must be able to access and understand various types of natural resource information.

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  Wanted: Chestnut Growers

  Published on November 7, 2016
  Michigan State University is growing the chestnut industry, with demand far outpacing supply. READ

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  Michigan grape scouting report – May 21, 2025

  Published on May 21, 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.

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  Expanding markets for a holiday favorite

  Published on April 11, 2013
  Since its introduction in 1944, "Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire" has been a classic Christmas song. 60-plus years later, researchers are working to make chestnuts a classic Michigan crop.

• Gardening in Winter: Choosing trees for winter beauty

  Published on January 11, 2011
  

• Asiatic garden beetle in southern Michigan

  Published on June 21, 2007
  

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  Day 7: Home Away from Home

  Published on June 5, 2014
  Varieties of cheese in downtown Dronten

• More on armored scales

  Published on May 1, 2009
  

• Southeast Michigan field crop update for July 7, 2011

  Published on July 7, 2011
  Rain in next week’s forecast is welcomed, as some corn fields are struggling and have rolled up leaves due to the heat.

• Southwest Michigan vegetable regional report – July 22, 2015

  Published on July 22, 2015
  There is sunshine at last in the southwest region and a downy mildew alert in Berrien County.

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  Life of Lake Superior program teaches youth the value of this Great Lake

  Published on May 31, 2018
  Lake Superior is much more than simply a big body of water; it is an ecological engine.

• Spurge hawk moth found in Michigan

  Published on September 4, 2013
  New insects are not always trouble. Sometimes they are welcomed, like the spurge hawk moth.

• The precautionary principle: Good or bad?

  Published on October 14, 2014
  Life is full of costs and benefits, the best actions are those that maximize benefits and minimize costs. Playing it safe is not always the best policy!