College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

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  Understanding public health emergencies through the lens of land use policy

  Published on April 3, 2020
  Local hazard mitigation plans provide guidance to planners and planning officials in times of crisis.

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  Using research to build urban forests with resilience & city planning in mind

  Published on January 1, 2019
  Asia Dowtin uses what she knows about how different tree species function in urban environments to help cities plan resilient greenspaces for the future.

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  Aquatic Invaders: Defending the Great Lakes from invasive species

  Published on January 11, 2018
  To protect the Great Lakes, MSU scientists are learning more about invasive species and how to control their often-devastating impacts.

• Horticulturist I - Outdoor Turf Maintenance

  Employment type: Full-Time
  Application Due Date: March 30, 2026
  

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  The future of using drones in nursery production

  Published on July 19, 2018
  Drones have the potential to revolutionize the nursery industry as inventory and labor continue to be challenges for the industry.

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  E-Learning Program expanding to incorporate fire ecology studies

  Published on August 30, 2021
  Michigan State University's Forest, Carbon, and Climate Program (FCCP) is adding fire ecology and management to its curriculum as part of a suite of existing courses in the FCCP.

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  Management Over Medication: Alternative swine farm management videos

  Published on September 15, 2023
  Useful videos from the MSU Extension Pork Team help alternative swine producers to be more effective with their herd health and management.

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  Scientists put attitudes toward tigers on the map

  Published on July 16, 2013
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• Funded Projects | Agricultural Resiliency Program

• Understanding pest life cycles is critical for vegetable cropping success

  Published on December 13, 2012
  Vegetable growers understand the life cycle of their crops, but understanding pest life cycles and host preference is another important ingredient to success. Learn how to be successful at the Jan. 24 Pumpkin and Watermelon Workshop.

• Horticulturist II - Outdoor North Gardens

  Employment type: Full-Time
  Application Due Date: May 16, 2026
  

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  Enhancing STEM through art

  Published on May 23, 2022
  Alcona teachers come together to strengthen STEM place-based education through art.

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  No silver lining: Invasive goldfish in the Great Lakes

  Published on February 16, 2023
  Seeing an orange-colored goldfish in your local lake is actually a sign of bad luck for native fish and plants.

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  Join the Great Stewards Challenge!

  Published on March 23, 2022
  The Great Stewards Challenge provides an opportunity to preserve the Great Lakes and public lands.

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  Prepare your scouting plan for your Christmas trees

  Published on March 31, 2021
  Spring has sprung and it is time to start scouting your Christmas trees and prepare your integrated pest management (IPM) plan for the year.

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  Mota-Sanchez contributes to 2017 State of the World’s Plants

  Published on July 6, 2017
  MSU Entomology’s David Mota-Sanchez was invited to contribute to Kew Science’s second State of the World's Plants report, a cutting-edge view of the status of the world's most valuable and vulnerable plants.

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  Protecting the Au Sable River

  Published on June 23, 2021
  As climate change and invasive species continue to threaten Michigan’s fisheries, MSU and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources are working together to assess the resilience of the iconic trout stream.

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  Can you safely store perishable food outside during winter months?

  Published on December 11, 2025
  Storing food outside increases potential health risks.

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  Weeds are an indicator of a soil’s health

  Published on August 15, 2016
  Weeds can be a headache, but they can also be very helpful if we know a few basic principles. Weeds give us clues to the health of our soil in lawns, landscapes, gardens and pastures.