News

Community mural to be displayed in 4-H Children’s Garden

Published on October 29, 2018
This past summer, garden visitors were invited to “be a part of the art” by contributing to a community mural.
Monet Bridge rebuilt with lumber from campus trees

Published on October 29, 2018
The Monet Bridge in the Michigan 4-H Children's Garden was replaced and built using lumber from trees from the Michigan State University campus through the MSU Shadows Program of the Sustainable Wood Recovery Initiative (SWRI).
Continuing to bear fruit: MSU AgBioResearch scientist’s blueberry varieties

Published on October 1, 2018
The blueberry varieties developed by Michigan State University AgBioResearch fruit breeder James Hancock continue to have a significant impact on the blueberry industry in both Michigan and around the world.
Providing undergrads opportunity to sample graduate life

Published on October 1, 2018
Michigan State University was awarded a three-year grant from the National Science Foundation to continue its involvement with the NSF’s Research Experience for Undergraduates program.
MSU Horticulture Student Awarded Two Industry Scholarships

Published on September 23, 2018
MSU Horticulture student, Sean Tarr, earns two industry scholarships
2-year Fruit, Vegetable and Organic Certificate Program Highlighted in Video

Published on September 21, 2018
Learn about our 2-year Fruit, Vegetable and Organic Horticulture Management certificate program in this video
MSU Horticulture Student Awarded Future Organic Farmer Grant

Published on September 4, 2018
John Gove, a junior in the Department of Horticulture, earned the 2018 Future Organic Farmer Grant to support his education in organic agriculture
Dr. Behe Featured in Industry Magazine

Published on August 29, 2018
Horticulture professor, Dr. Bridget Behe, featured in the Nursery Management industry publication.
MSU Horticulture Student Awarded ASHS Honor and Scholarship

Published on August 23, 2018
Melissa Eggleston, a senior in the Department of Horticulture, earned the American Society for Horticultural Science Scholars Award
GMOs 101: Getting down to basics

Published on August 15, 2018
MSU researchers offer a primer on the basics of GMO foods, breaking down an often difficult and controversial subject.
Superweeds, secondary pests & lack of biodiversity are frequent GMO concerns

Published on August 15, 2018
Since the introduction of GMO crops, consumers, policymakers and scientists alike have raised concerns over their potential negative effects on the environment.
Horticulture faculty member named outstanding undergraduate educator

Published on August 13, 2018
The American Society for Horticultural Science recognized Bridget Behe for her CANR teaching career at its 2018 conference in Washington, D.C.
Runkle and Poel win Best Publication Award

Published on August 10, 2018
Erik Runkle and Brian Poel received the 2018 Kenneth Post Award for Graduate Research in Floriculture
The MSU Horticulture Gardens turn 25 years old

Published on July 30, 2018
The MSU Horticulture Gardens have been at their current location on Bogue street, surrounding the Plant and Soil Sciences Building, for 25 years!
Annual Plant Trial Field Day: Aug. 6, 2019

Published on July 27, 2018
Growers, landscapers, plant enthusiasts and ornamental aficionados are invited to the MSU Plant Trial Field Day. This event is held during the two-week Michigan Garden Plant Tour.
Blueberry bonus: MSU scientist’s varieties reach new heights

Published on July 18, 2018
The blueberry varieties developed by Michigan State University AgBioResearch fruit breeder James Hancock continue to have a significant impact on the blueberry industry in both Michigan and around the world.
Dr. Getter Hired as Garden Director

Published on May 30, 2018
Dr. Kristin Getter will replace retiring Garden Director Dr. Art Cameron in August 2018.
Dan Wyrembelski named 2018 CANR Outstanding Individual Staffer

Published on May 10, 2018
An information technologist in the MSU Department of Horticulture, Dan Wyrembelski has lent his expertise to improve the quality and efficiency of information technology across the college.
Jocelyn Lambe plans on being a greenhouse grower upon graduation from certificate program

Published on May 3, 2018
Jocelyn's best experiences in the Horticulture Certificate Program were the variety of experiences offered.
Dr. Erik Runkle talks to local news about the CELL

Published on April 12, 2018
Dr. Runkle showcases his Controlled-Environment Lighting Lab to WLNS news