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MSU Extension holding diabetes education lunchtime series in fall
Published on September 17, 2024
Topics covered include diabetes basics, controlling blood sugar with diet, meal planning and physical activity. -
Apply now for SARE Farmer Rancher and Youth Educator Grants
Published on September 17, 2024
USDA Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education funds farmer-led innovations and connecting youth with the land. -
How to support someone through suicide grief
Published on September 17, 2024
There are ways you can provide support to someone after a suicide loss. -
Food safety for older adults
Published on September 17, 2024
Things to know about seniors and foodborne illnesses. -
Nourish the Future brings k-12 science educators to PSM for 2nd workshop
Published on September 17, 2024
PSM’s Addie Thompson and Erin Bosch-Hannah recently hosted 20 teachers from across Michigan as part of the Nourish the Future (NTF) initiative: "Feeding & Fueling the World." -
Hunting female deer: A better population management strategy
Published on September 17, 2024
When deer numbers become extremely high, crop damage and the associated yield losses from deer are greater than many producers are willing to tolerate. -
Diverse Crop Rotations Reduce Risk of Crop Loss Under Poor Growing Conditions
Published on September 16, 2024
An article published by the USDA which includes KBS Living Field Lab (LFL) research and has LTAR acknowledgement. -
VandeHaar appointed President of the American Dairy Science Association
Published on September 16, 2024
Dr. Mike VandeHaar, a professor in the Department of Animal Science at MSU, has been appointed president of the American Dairy Science Association -
MSU CRFS Seeks a Clerical Aide
Published on September 16, 2024
We're hiring! The Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems (CRFS) is seeking a part-time hourly Clerical Aide. This person will support logistics and program coordination of the Center. -
Christy Sprague was named “Educator of the Year” by the Mid America CropLife Association (MACA).
Published on September 15, 2024
Awarded for "demonstrated evidence of significant contributions to American agriculture" -
MSU Extension returns to host second Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol
Published on September 13, 2024
On Wednesday, October 9, MSU Extension will host the second annual Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol to showcase the positive impact of the Michigan 4-H program and bring visibility to its efforts throughout the state. -
This bug’s stink is worse than its bite
Published on September 13, 2024
Green sting bugs may appear in large numbers, but generally don’t cause significant damage in Michigan gardens and landscapes. -
Analyzing the costs of energy for irrigation in Michigan
Published on September 13, 2024
Considering annual energy costs in irrigation systems is critical for investment decisions. -
Hunters: Look for signs of illness in deer
Published on September 13, 2024
Identifying deer with chronic wasting disease (CWD) is not always possible by visual observation. There are common signs that may indicate a deer is sick, but it may or may not have CWD. -
Featured Four: Favorites from Walters Gardens
Published on September 12, 2024
Looking for tried and true performers for the upcoming season? Read Part 7 of our series about favorites from this year’s Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites. -
Featured Four: Favorites from DGI Propagators Trial Gardens
Published on September 12, 2024
Looking for tried and true performers for the upcoming season? Read Part 1 of our series about favorites from this year’s Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites. -
Featured Four: Favorites from Mast Young Plants Trial Garden
Published on September 12, 2024
Looking for tried and true performers for the upcoming season? Read Part 4 of our series about favorites from this year’s Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites. -
Featured Four: Favorites from Raker-Roberta's Young Plants
Published on September 12, 2024
Looking for tried and true performers for the upcoming season? Read Part 6 of our series about favorites from this year’s Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites. -
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – September 12, 2024
Published on September 12, 2024
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking. -
Southwest Michigan field crops update – September 12, 2024
Published on September 12, 2024
The season is winding down as crops near harvest. Winter wheat planting and storage potato harvest started this past week.