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Wheat Watchers Week of May 12, 2025

Published on May 15, 2025
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week.
MSU researcher receives $500K grant to study tree species suited to future Michigan climates

Published on May 15, 2025
Jeremy Johnson, assistant professor in the MSU Department of Forestry, leads the project.
Thrips parvispinus management in Michigan greenhouses: Insights from the latest research

Published on May 15, 2025
Thrips parvispinus have been popping up in Michigan greenhouses over the past few years. Here’s a look at the latest research on managing this invasive pest – just in case it shows up in your greenhouse.
2025 Michigan Viticulture Field Day and Michigan Enology Experience, July 30-31

Published on May 15, 2025
Join other grape growers and winemakers for two days of hands-on demonstrations and learning as well as a fun time and good food and drink in southwest Michigan.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 15, 2025

Published on May 15, 2025
Corn and soybeans continue to emerge while planting is ongoing. Wheat is at Feekes 9 (flag leaf fully emerged) and early 10 (boot stage).
Impact of heat stress on wheat yields to be discussed on Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series

Published on May 15, 2025
Dennis Pennington will talk through the dangers of high temperatures for wheat at flowering during the May 22 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series.
Perry’s research team recognized for 2024 USFS Chief’s Honors Award

Published on May 15, 2025
Dr. Bess Perry’s project team received the 2024 United States Forest Service Chief’s Honors Award, which recognizes the accomplishments of Forest Service individuals and teams throughout the agency and their contributions to the communities they serve.
Box tree moth quarantine covers 13 southern Michigan counties

Published on May 15, 2025
The regulated area for box tree moth includes 13 southeast and central Michigan counties: Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Lapeer, Livingston, Oakland, Jackson, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, Monroe, Macomb and St. Clair.
New endowment empowering experiential learning opportunities in construction management

Published on May 14, 2025
The James D. Parish Endowment supports MSU students competing in the annual Associated Builders and Contractors Commercial Construction Management Competition.
West central Michigan tree fruit update – May 14, 2025

Published on May 14, 2025
Tart cherry, pears and apples are in bloom. Some peaches and sweet cherries are in petal fall.