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Hendrick recommended as Dean of College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at MSU

Published on January 25, 2016
Hendrick is an MSU alumnus who currently serves as interim dean for the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Science at Ohio State University.
MSU to host its first Agriculture Innovations: Focus on Soils in August

Published on January 8, 2016
Michigan State University (MSU) will host its first Agriculture Innovations: Focus on Soils on Aug. 24, 2016, at the Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center in Frankenmuth, Michigan.
MSU to lead $6.5 million research on disease resistance in cucurbits

Published on October 5, 2015
A national team of 20 scientists led by MSU Horticulture Professor Rebecca Grumet has been awarded $6.5 million grant to accelerate the development of disease-resistant cucurbit crops through leveraging applied genomics.
MSU researcher receives red jacket for outstanding work on behalf of cherry industry

Published on July 7, 2015
MSU horticulture professor Jim Flore was honored as Cherry Industry Person of the Year for his instrumental role in helping cherry growers remain on the cutting edge while also encouraging sustainable growing practices.
International internship will give Institute of Agricultural Technology student hands-on experience

Published on June 3, 2015
Kurtis Berry's summer plans sound a lot like a vacation to Italy's wine country. But vacation isn't what he is anticipating. He knows it will be hard work.
MSU Horticulture Club places second in national competition

Published on March 26, 2015
The Michigan State University (MSU) Horticulture Club took home the silver medal and a horticulture senior took top honors last week at the Landscape Olympics.
CANR profs, MSU Extension specialist to receive University honors

Published on February 6, 2015
Ten Michigan State University faculty members will be honored for their outstanding contributions to education and research with William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty Awards at the annual MSU Awards Convocation Feb. 10.
Building a better blueberry: A Spartan breeder perfects one of Michigan's finest fruits

Published on November 5, 2014
A Spartan plant breeder perfects one of Michigan's finest fruits for global consumption. As James Hancock nears retirement, he leaves an indelible mark on the blueberry business near and far.
MSU researchers earn $7.7 million in specialty crop grants from USDA

Published on October 6, 2014
Three Michigan State University AgBioResearch scientists have netted more than $7.7 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture to address the critical needs of the specialty crop industry.
MSU professor named fellow of the American Society for Horticultural Science

Published on August 6, 2014
MSU AgBioResearch scientist Wayne Loescher has been named a fellow of the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS), the world's premier professional society for horticultural science.
MSU alumnus recognized with national service award by alumni and development association

Published on July 17, 2014
Timothy D. Beard III, of New Oxford, Pennsylvania, was recognized with a national volunteer service award by the National Agricultural Alumni and Development Association (NAADA) at Pennsylvania State University last month.
MSU fruit tree and landscape courses open for off-campus fall enrollment

Published on July 15, 2014
The Michigan State University (MSU) Institute of Agricultural Technology (IAT) has been conducting practical plant, animal and technology certificate courses on its East Lansing campus for more than 100 years.
Best-selling author to keynote MSU Garden Day

Published on June 26, 2014
The Michigan State University (MSU) Horticulture Gardens has slated its annual Garden Day for Saturday, Aug. 2.
Garden Day 2014 offers workshops, talks and much more

Published on June 26, 2014
The Michigan State University (MSU) Horticulture Gardens has slated its annual Garden Day 2014 for members of the public interested in gardening, horticulture, landscaping or floriculture.
Winning tradition sets grad on path to career

Published on June 4, 2014
Winning competitions has become a bit of a tradition for Jeff Elshoff.
USDA grants advance regional food systems research

Published on May 7, 2014
Researchers on staff and affiliated with the Michigan State University (MSU) Center for Regional Food Systems (CRFS) have been awarded four grants, totaling $1.95 million, from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
IAT prepares students for success in the grape and wine industry with hands-on experience

Published on May 1, 2014
Kurtis Berry put his classroom experience into practice earlier this spring when his viticulture class visited a Traverse City vineyard to learn about grape vine pruning.
CANR students recognized by MSU Board of Trustees

Published on April 25, 2014
At the April 22 Board of Trustees meeting, 35 students were recognized with Board of Trustees’ Awards for having the highest scholastic average at the close of their last semester in attendance at Michigan State University.
MSU Horticulture Club lands top-four finish for fourth consecutive year

Published on April 3, 2014
Members of the Michigan State University (MSU) Horticulture Club that represented the university at PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) Student Career Days held at Colorado State University in mid-March have reason to be proud.
Robert Schutzki recognized by nursery association

Published on January 20, 2014
Robert Schutzki, associate professor in the Department of Horticulture, was recognized from the Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA) Jan. 7.