College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

Dairy Industry and COVID-19, featuring Dr. Barry Bradford

Published on June 26, 2020

Professor Barry Bradford joins to discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on the dairy industry.

Updates on COVID-19, featuring Dr. Felicia Wu

Published on July 17, 2020

Professor Felicia Wu joins Aleks and Trey to discuss updates on COVID disease dynamics and the potential for a vaccine.

Immigration and Trade during COVID-19, featuring Dr. Irvin Rojas

Published on June 19, 2020

Professor Irvin Rojas talks about COVID-19 in Mexico and the implications for immigration and trade relations with the U.S.

The Rural Economy of COVID-19 in the Short-to-Medium Term

Published on April 17, 2020

In the fourth installment of Closing Bell, Aleks and Trey discuss the short-to-medium-term impacts of the pandemic on the rural economy.

Food Security and COVID-19, featuring Dr. Bailey Norwood

Published on May 15, 2020

Aleks and Trey talk with Professor Bailey Norwood about the impacts of COVID-19 on U.S. food security.

Early Uncertainties of COVID-19

Published on March 27, 2020

In the first installment of “Closing Bell”, Schaefer and Malone discuss the uncertainties the coronavirus global pandemic is causing for our food supply chain and the economy.

COVID-19 Veteran Resources

Published on August 24, 2020
The Veteran Outreach team at Michigan State University (MSU) Extension compiled the following list of resources for veterans and their families.

Local Government Financial Vulnerability: New Tools for Identifying and Tracking Challenges

Published on December 8, 2020
The onset of a major pandemic-induced recession has presented a second wave of fiscal problems for local governments. State and local governments are seeking out new tools to assess fiscal risk and vulnerability and to chart new options moving forward.

Expiring Products – Disinfectants & Medications

Published on May 4, 2020
Did you know medications and even disinfecting products expire? In this post, we cover the basics around medication and disinfectant product expiration dates.

Everyday Toxicology – Digging deeper: The dose makes the poison & the cure

Published on January 27, 2020
Last week, we discussed how a dose of the correct medication can help someone and how improper dosage can cause harm. In this post, we’ll take a more in-depth look at some of the examples we encounter.

Monitoring MSU’s campus for the novel coronavirus

Published on March 22, 2021
Jade Mitchell, associate professor in the MSU Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, and doctoral student Ryan Julien play a critical role in analyzing public health implications and informing decision-making.

COVID 19 and its Impact on Nutrition and Health of Vulnerable People in Nigeria

Published on April 14, 2020
The second panel discussion of the Nigeria Agricultural Policy Project Scholars Program's informational series on the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on Nigeria.

COVID-19: Where can agricultural employers go to stay current on the infectious disease caused by novel coronavirus?

Published on March 19, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to change daily and staying current on the latest changes for agricultural workers can be difficult.

Rwanda’s coffee harvest will go forward despite pandemic – at a safe distance

Published on May 7, 2020
Rwanda will continue to move forward with its May coffee harvest after in the face of the global pandemic.

Everyday Toxicology – Dose & Dose-Rate

Published on January 13, 2020
As winter colds make the rounds and more people are taking medications, let’s take a moment to discuss dosage, dose-rates, and why it’s essential to take medications as directed to receive the optimal benefits.

Plant and soil service labs open during COVID-19 shutdowns

Published on March 30, 2020
MSU’s Plant & Pest Diagnostics and Soil and Plant Nutrient Laboratory remain open during “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order.

Everyday Toxicology – Absorbing, Processing & Eliminating Ingredients

Published on February 17, 2020
Our bodies absorb, process, and eliminate ingredients and toxins regularly. In this post, we'll explore how our bodies process ingredients every day in many different ways.

How to handle takeout and drive-thru foods safely

Published on April 2, 2020
When bringing home your favorite foods, follow these simple steps to keeping the food and you safe.

Managing stress and anxiety during the novel coronavirus pandemic

Published on March 18, 2020
You and your family may be feeling more stressed or anxious than usual. This is normal. Learn strategies to identify and manage stress and anxiety in you and your children.