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Return of the Coronavirus Relief Programs for agriculture - Webinar Recording Available
Published on February 19, 2021
Through this recorded webinar you will learn about new legislation and program changes to assist farmers. -
A Greater Detroit
Published on February 19, 2021
Should Ecorse, Hamtramck, and Highland Park approach the brink of insolvency in the future, the State should consider responding not by canceling local democracy, but by requiring that a vote be held on dissolution and consolidation into Detroit. -
Surviving winter travel
Published on February 19, 2021
Using a winter travel survival smartphone app and equipping your car can help you survive being stranded during winter. -
MSU research team receives USDA grant to evaluate effectiveness, cost of new blueberry pest management strategies
Published on February 19, 2021
An MSU research team received a $325,000 grant to examine the effectiveness and cost of new blueberry pest management approaches. -
Introduction to Michigan Site Selection and Odor Control GAAMPs for new or expanding livestock facilities
Published on February 18, 2021
Why MDARD Site Selection GAAMPs are critical for the future of your family farm business. -
Blanchards establish endowment to offer MSU scholarships to 4-H’ers
Published on February 18, 2021
Janet and former Gov. James Blanchard have established a new endowment to support post-secondary scholarships for 4-H’ers attending Michigan State University (MSU). The scholarship application will be open from March 1-31, 2021. -
Lab focuses on addressing emerging forest diseases
Published on February 18, 2021
Work includes addressing oak wilt in Michigan -
High grain prices – how many bushels should I market?
Published on February 17, 2021
Insurance tools allow you to reach your potential revenues by pre-harvest marketing your grain up to the coverage level. -
The history of preserving food at home
Published on February 15, 2021
Understanding how home food preservation came to be provides foundations still in place today. -
Specialized Meat Processing: Measuring pH and Water Activity In-house or Third Party
Published on February 14, 2021
The breakeven of in-house and third party testing for pH and water activity (aw) is about 28 samples. -
Processed Meat Quick Guide: pH and Water Activity Protocol
Published on February 14, 2021
This document provides a detailed guide on how to test the pH and water activity of your processed meat at home. -
Consumer trends in ice cream and cheese consumption
Published on February 14, 2021
Novel coronavirus pandemic has significant effect on consumer demand for ice cream and cheese. -
Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters Program awards $19,800 to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species
Published on February 14, 2021
Seven projects received funding to educate boaters on the importance of cleaning, draining, and drying equipment. -
Cashing in on gardening motivations
Published on February 12, 2021
Tune into a live webcast with Bridget Behe for guidance on the 2021 retail season. -
Virtual gingerbread baking class a special holiday tradition shared with global community
Published on February 12, 2021
A successful virtual gingerbread baking class was hosted to share a special Polish holiday tradition with the global community. -
Making winter enjoyable for children
Published on February 12, 2021
Children need 60 minutes of daily physical activity all year round, even in the winter months. Let’s look at some fun ways your children can be active in the winter. -
Pączki Day: A Polish tradition becomes an American tradition
Published on February 12, 2021
What do you know about the Polish-American tradition celebrated on Tuesday before Ash Wednesday? You may have heard it called Fat Tuesday. -
2021 “Virtual” Great Lakes Forage & Grazing Conference featuring keynote speaker Dennis Hancock
Published on February 11, 2021
The Great Lakes Forage & Grazing Conference on March 11 is going virtual. Keynote topics include U.S. Dairy Forage Research Center: Focusing on Impact, and The Baleage Balance: Moisture, Fermentation, and Risks. -
Wheat webinar series features Facebook live option
Published on February 11, 2021
Facebook live options added to 2021 Wheat Wisdom Webinar Series, with first speaker Angie Setzer focusing on marketing. -
Smart Gardening with Vegetables 101 online course now available
Published on February 11, 2021
Register for this self-paced course on how to successfully grow vegetables.