College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

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  Emily Dolson

  Published on September 19, 2018
  Emily Dolson completed the Graduate Certificate while completing a PhD in Computer Science & Engineering and Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, and Behavior

• Central Michigan vegetable update – August 8, 2018

  Published on August 8, 2018
  These small frequent rain showers are keeping leaf surfaces wet for longer periods and are a concern from a plant disease standpoint.

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  African Swine Fever: What you need to know

  Published on May 30, 2019
  African Swine Fever has affected the pork industry in several countries overseas. Knowing the signs and symptoms can help youth exhibitors keep their swine project healthy.

• Grassroots movement unites tribal nations: Part 1

  Published on June 10, 2013
  Working to increase the voice of indigenous people.

• Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – August 12, 2014

  Published on August 12, 2014
  The average number of spotted wing Drosophila captured in the northwest region has been slowly increasing since the first detection at the end of June.

• Northwest Michigan fruit regional report – September 2, 2014

  Published on September 2, 2014
  Apple harvest has begun and quality is looking good. Codling moth and apple maggot catches are up in some areas. Grapes are ripening and some grapes have moderate to high disease pressure.

• Capitalize on your agricultural heritage in the tourism industry

  Published on May 8, 2012
  Agricultural tourism is blooming! Our land, community experiences and stories invite visitors to explore and learn and make memories in your community.

• Prepare your water garden for winter responsibly - Part I

  Published on October 3, 2012
  Do not release! Properly dispose of unwanted aquatic plants and animals to prevent introduction of aquatic invasive species into Michigan waterways.

• Native plants: Learn more about the benefits of these plants

  Published on November 21, 2012
  Michigan native plants are both beautiful and beneficial in yards and gardens.

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  Harvesting Essential Flavors: Onions Growing in Michigan

  Published on October 2, 2018
  Onions are an important ingredient in much of the food we eat – learn about how we grow onions in Michigan.

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  The downside to spanking (there is no upside)

  Published on February 16, 2018
  Find out why spanking doesn’t work and learn what does.

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  Reardon and Liverpool-Tasie presented on rapid rise of agrifood processing in Africa at FARA Africa Agribusiness Science Week

  Published on June 13, 2023
  Michigan State University University Distinguished Professor, Tom Reardon, and Michigan State University Foundation Professor Saweda Liverpool-Tasie spoke at the Africa Agribusiness Science Week in Durban, South Africa.

• West Michigan tree fruit update – June 27, 2017

  Published on June 27, 2017
  Growers in west Michigan are settling into summer.

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  Wolves of Isle Royale offer unique opportunity to learn about predator-prey relationships

  Published on May 1, 2019
  The American wolf population is declining, providing us an opportunity to understand predator-prey relationships.

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  MSU research sheds light on Asian chestnut gall wasp in Michigan

  Published on February 2, 2022
  New bulletin summarizes status of important chestnut pest.

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  Central Michigan vegetable regional report – July 9, 2014

  Published on July 9, 2014
  Heavy rain produced large areas of flooding this week in central Michigan.

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  Eastern filbert blight on Turkish filbert

  Published on August 15, 2011
  Keep an eye on Turkish filbert trees for eastern filbert blight, a potentially deadly disease.

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  LeBlanc ('13) graduates from MSU with international experience

  Published on August 16, 2013
  Recent MSU graduate Michelle LeBlanc has built a resume that earned her the 2013 Outstanding Bachelor's Student Award from the American Planning Association (APA).

• The working wines of Michigan State University’s Spartan Cellars

  Published on June 14, 2011
  Michigan State University’s Spartan Cellars produces and tests experimental wines as an integral part of evaluating new wine grape varieties and cultural practices for the growing Michigan wine industry.

• Does a dormant lawn need to be treated for grubs?

  Published on July 12, 2012
  Home lawns are the most susceptible to grub damage under dry conditions. If you have seen turf damage caused by grubs in the last two years, plan on applying an insecticide for grubs before August 1.