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Michigan 4-H Horse Judges List

Published on March 27, 2026
A suggested listing of horse judges for Michigan 4-H horse shows.
Pesticide applicator core review, MDARD testing and RUP credits offered April 16 in Frankenmuth

Published on March 27, 2026
Participants will review the core manual and take the core pesticide applicator test. Private and commercial core, fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available. If space is available, participants can register and receive four core RUP credits.
Haemonchus contortus thrives in the Upper Midwestern United States

Published on March 27, 2026
Haemonchus contortus, also known as the barber pole worm, is the dominant parasite of sheep and goats in the Upper Midwest. Understanding local gastrointestinal nematode populations helps producers develop effective control programs.
2026 Soybean Projected Cost of Production

Published on March 26, 2026
The MSU Extension 2026 Projected Cost of Production for Soybeans tool is intended to serve as a starting point for discussions on both expected income and expenses for individual farms.
Planning physical activity for children’s sensory processing differences

Published on March 26, 2026
When physical activity is designed to meet children’s sensory needs, they’re more likely to start and stick with an active lifestyle – and be more focused throughout the day.
Avoid Salmonella when handling baby birds

Published on March 26, 2026
Follow these basic guidelines when handling live poultry to avoid contracting Salmonella.
Take the certified applicator exam in English or Spanish in Kalamazoo County on April 7

Published on March 26, 2026
The core review and exam to become a certified restricted use pesticide (RUP) applicator will be held in both English and Spanish on April 7 in Kalamazoo. Four RUP credits are available to those with a current license who attend the review.
Presente el examen para la certificación de aplicadores de plaguicidas en inglés o en español en el condado de Kalamazoo el 7 de abril

Published on March 26, 2026
La clase de repaso y el examen para la certificación de aplicadores de plaguicidas se ofrecerá en inglés y en español el 7 de abril en Kalamazoo.
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Published on March 26, 2026
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New Study on Cage-Free Policy Transition Involving the Hospitality Sector

Published on March 26, 2026
This report was commissioned by the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (WSHA) to support informed discussion and learning among its members regarding cage-free egg sourcing across global hospitality markets.
Winter wheat greenup and management decisions

Published on March 26, 2026
What is greenup of winter wheat and what management should you be considering at this point?
CRFS Underscores the Impact of 10 Cents a Meal for Michigan’s Kids and Farms to Michigan Legislature

Published on March 26, 2026
Director of Farm to Institution Programs at Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems, May Tsupros, provided testimony on 10 Cents a Meal for Michigan’s Kids and Farms to the Michigan Legislature in March 2026.
Control weeds early to spring into successful weed management

Published on March 26, 2026
The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues on April 2 with guest speaker Christy Sprague, a weeds specialist at Michigan State University.
Harmful Algal Blooms in Western Lake Erie

Published on March 26, 2026
This bulletin explains causes, trends and impacts of harmful algal blooms in Western Lake Erie, linking nutrient runoff, land use and climate to water quality, and outlining management strategies to reduce phosphorus and protect ecosystems.
Registration now open for the 2026 MSU Extension Agritourism Summit

Published on March 26, 2026
The 2026 Summit will bring farmers, business owners, community leaders and tourism professionals together to explore collaborative strategies that strengthen Michigan’s agritourism economy.
Kaela Panicucci successfully defended her master’s thesis in Plant Breeding, Genetics, and Biotechnology (PBGB)

Published on March 26, 2026
Kaela’s work addresses a major bottleneck in potato improvement by advancing diploid breeding, which ultimately impacts their ability to hybridize
Can applying milk to tools or plants be effective in reducing virus transmission?

Published on March 25, 2026
Milk has been shown to be an effective alternative disinfectant for greenhouse tools to prevent the manual transmission of viruses.
Save the date for the Michigan grape spring kickoff meeting

Published on March 25, 2026
Practical research updates, grower-focused discussions, and seasonal insights to help you start the 2026 vineyard season with confidence.
Common types of viruses of floriculture crops and their modes of transmission

Published on March 25, 2026
Impatiens necrotic spot virus and tomato spotted wilt virus differ from tobacco mosaic virus in their mode of transmission from host to host.
Impact of the War in Iran on the Agri-Food System

Published on March 25, 2026
This brief paper outlines the impact of the war on agricultural and input markets, particularly fertilizers, diesel, and interest rates.